May 30.-31.
June 13.-14.
Course content:
Segment 1: Prerequisite Courses
Introduction to Birth Basics—for all persons who do not have a professional background in birthing
Anatomy of The Female Reproductive System -Labor Signals
Conception and Early Fetal Development -Characteristics of Managed Labor
Characteristics of the Uterus -Characteristics of HypnoBirthing Labor
The Baby’s Support System -Labor Stages as Defined in Typical Birthing
Physical Changes during Pregnancy -Labor Phases as Defined in HypnoBirthing
Fetal Positioning during Pregnancy -Mother Directed Birthing
Turning Breech Presented Babies
Introduction to Hypnosis for Birthing—for all persons who do not have certification in hypnosis
Understanding Hypnosis -Mind/Body Association and Application
Applications of Hypnosis -Judging Trance Depth
Attitudes about Hypnosis -Guidelines for Achieving Change
Basics of Brainwave Activity -Elman—Ericksonian—Shanti Leads
Laws of the Mind -Eye-lift Conversion Lead
The rationale for Hypnosis in Birthing -Deepening Techniques
Understanding Client’s Learning Styles -Posthypnotic Suggestions
Steps to Achieving Hypnosis -Alerting Techniques
Dangers of Unqualified Therapy -Practice Exercises
Segment 2: HypnoBirthing Practitioner Essentials
HypnoBirthing Philosophy and Beginning -Looking at the “Due Date”
How the Uterus Works in Birthing -Avoiding Artificial Induction
What’s Wrong with Labor -Preparing the Birth Preferences Sheets
How Fear Affects Labor -How the Body and Baby Work Together
Origin of Fear and Pain in Labor -The Onset of Labor
Pre-Birth Parenting and Fetology -Breathing Through Labor
Selecting the Care Provider -The Hallmarks of Labor
Preparing The Mind and Body for Birth -Perinatal Bonding
Relaxation Techniques -Bonding with Baby
Releasing Fear and Limiting Thoughts -Labor-Management Styles
Building a Partnership with Care Providers
