Better Birth & Baby - Hypnobirthing

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to help you stop feeling anxious and start feeling prepared: https://www.betterbirthandbaby.co.uk/masterclass-better-birth I am Debbie Willis, a Pregnancy and Birth Coach and Antenatal Educator specialising in Hypnobirthing. I had two normal and straightforward (I often call them ’boring’) births that led me to want to support women and birthing people to have the birth they want – a positive one - just like I did. During the past 10 years I have supported over 300 couples to feel calm and even excited about the birth and have had a great many positive birth stories from them showing how the tools and techniques they learnt helped them, no matter what birth journey they had on the day. My passion is for all women to have a positive experience of birth and not be in fear of what their body is designed to do. My experience has led me to develop 7 key steps that help mums-to-be reduce fears they have around the birth and trust in their bodies to enable them to have the birth they want. They include hypnobirthing and mindfulness techniques to help reduce the likelihood of interventions, to reduce pain that they may be feeling and help them feel in control, and having the tools to be able to make informed evidence-based decisions that are right for mum and baby. Debbie
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I will meet my baby soon. Such simple words, but they hold so much power.You might feel a rush of excitement, or a wave ...
08/03/2026

I will meet my baby soon.

Such simple words, but they hold so much power.

You might feel a rush of excitement, or a wave of nerves.. or both at once. That’s okay.

No matter how far you are along in pregnancy or how you are feeling right now... You WILL meet your baby soon. Take your mind to that moment in the future. Imagine holding your baby in your arms..

Every sensation, every moment is leading you closer to that moment.

Remember your body and mind is getting ready to do something amazing.

Do you have long to wait until you meet your baby?

Debbie x

This is me… a few hours after giving birth to my second baby. No makeup, totally exhausted… and feeling like an absolute...
06/03/2026

This is me… a few hours after giving birth to my second baby. No makeup, totally exhausted… and feeling like an absolute superwoman.

I genuinely felt incredible. Strong. Calm. Flooded with those amazing birth hormones. My baby was happy, healthy, feeding well.. and my toddler had just come to meet her new sister 💕

Birth can be intense, yes. But it can also be empowering, mind-blowing and positive.

So many women are robbed of that experience by fear and worry, and letting the 'what ifs' take over.

That’s why I do what I do.

I help women prepare mentally and physically, so they can feel informed, in control and confident during pregnacy and from the first contraction to holding baby in their arms.

You deserve to feel awesome after birth, just like I did.

You’ve got this 💪

Debbie x
Pregnancy Caoch | Hypnobirthing Practitioner | Birth Educator

It's tonight! And it's not too late to join us.Because everyone can't wait to tell us how painful birth is..But how diff...
05/03/2026

It's tonight! And it's not too late to join us.

Because everyone can't wait to tell us how painful birth is..

But how different could it be if you knew why women feel pain in labour..
what can increase pain levels..
what can reduce pain...
and what you can do to experience less pain..
have less medical pain relief..
and to help you to have a positive, calm experience...?

My new masterclass is about exactly this.

All you need to do is sign up for the zoom link (and the recording if you can't make it this eveing) - find it in the comments or in my bio.

📆 Thursday 5th March, 19.00
💻 Live on zoom

Debbie x
Pregnancy Coach | Hypnobirthing Practitioner | Birth Educator

I don’t often share this but when I first trained in hypnobirthing 13 years ago, I didn’t really believe in positive aff...
02/03/2026

I don’t often share this but when I first trained in hypnobirthing 13 years ago, I didn’t really believe in positive affirmations.

I taught them because they were part of the course. But if I’m completely honest, I was sceptical.

Could repeating a few sentences really make a difference in labour?

Could words genuinely shift something so instinctive and intense?

At the beginning, I was not convinced.

But I kept teaching. Year after year. Couple after couple.

And then something interesting started happening.

The feedback kept coming back. Consistently.

“During pregnancy, I could hear the affirmations in my mind.”
“When contractions started, they grounded me.”
“They helped me change my mindset.”
“They reminded me my body knew what to do.”

Not once. Not twice. I lost count how many times.

And I realised something important. It was not about the words being magical. It was about repetition. Familiarity. Rewiring.

When you read and listen to affirmations regularly, you are gently training your brain. You are creating a new narrative, one that feels calmer, safer and more capable. And when labour begins, that narrative is already there, quietly running in the background.

Over time, I could not ignore what I was seeing and hearing.

And somewhere along the way, I changed too.

Thirteen years on, I use affirmations myself. I have personal ones on the wall in my office and next to the mirror in my bathroom. I read them. I listen to them. I let them sink in.

And I have found that they really do work.

Not because they deny reality. Not because they pretend everything is perfect. But because they help you choose a steadier, stronger mindset. They help you respond rather than react.

What do you do or believe now that you once doubted? I'd love for you to share.

Debbie x
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02/03/2026

Connection.

When was the last time you connected with your baby? Do you know how?

Does your birth parter know how to connect with you when you are in labour? To help you trust in your body, and help you cope with contractions..?

Debbie x

This week I had the last session of my bespoke Better Birth Programme with a pregnant couple.. and this mama came to me ...
28/02/2026

This week I had the last session of my bespoke Better Birth Programme with a pregnant couple.. and this mama came to me when she was really overwhelmed and scared about the birth.

Just a couple of days later I get this lovely message from her..

"Already I am putting what you have taught me to work. This course has truly been amazing and life changing.

I am not only going to have a better birth but its skills I can take through my life and help me to manage things better.

Thank you so much for everything that you have taught us."

Love my job!

Debbie x
Pregnancy Coach, Hypnobirthing Practitioner, Birth Educator

We’re often told labour pain is simply unavoidable.That contractions are painful and some women just cope better than ot...
27/02/2026

We’re often told labour pain is simply unavoidable.

That contractions are painful and some women just cope better than others.

But labour pain is shaped by far more than intensity alone.

Your nervous system, environment, and level of preparation all influence whether birth feels overwhelming and painful… or calm and manageable.

This isn’t about pain tolerance.

It’s about physiology.

And the empowering part? These are things you can influence.

If you want to understand how to work with your body in labour and reduce pain levels, send me a DM for my new Pain in Labour Explained masterclass - it's F*R*E*E too.

Debbie
Pregnancy Coach, Hypnobirting Practitioner, Birth Educator

26/02/2026

You know you need it...
. and here's why.

24/02/2026

The agenda for our upcoming Pregnancy Wellbeing Retreat Day!

Hope you can join us because I know you need it!

📅 Thursday 12th March 09.00-16.00

DM me now for more info, or see my bio for the link.

Debbie x
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✨ Pregnancy Wellbeing Retreat Day ✨A full day to pause, breathe, connect and prepare.. just for you and your baby.Imagin...
23/02/2026

✨ Pregnancy Wellbeing Retreat Day ✨

A full day to pause, breathe, connect and prepare.. just for you and your baby.

Imagine stepping away from the noise of everyday life and into a calm, nurturing space where you can relax deeply, learn powerful hypnobirthing and mindfulness techniques, and feel truly supported as you prepare for birth.

Our retreat day is designed to help you:
💜 release fear and build confidence
💜 connect with your baby through guided relaxation
💜 learn practical tools for pregnancy, birth and beyond
💜 create your positive birth vision
💜 ask your questions in a safe, supportive environment
💜 enjoy gentle pregnancy yoga, a nurturing sound bath, delicious food and a pregnancy relaxation gift bag.

This is more than a retreat, it’s a restorative experience that leaves you feeling calmer, informed and empowered.

📅 Thursday 12th March 2026
⏰ 09:30 – 16:00
🌿 Limited spaces to keep the day intimate and supportive

If you’re ready to feel more confident, relaxed and excited about birth, we would love to welcome you.

Comment RETREAT or send me a message for details and booking 💌
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22/02/2026

A whole day just for you and your baby 🤍

Step away from the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in calm, connection and gentle birth preparation at our Pregnancy Hypnobirthing Wellbeing Retreat Day.

Relaxation. Hypnobirthing. Gentle yoga. A nurturing sound bath. Nutritious food. Meaningful connection and the confidence to approach birth feeling calm and empowered.

✨ Thursday 12th March 2026
✨ Investment £227

Your space to breathe, reconnect and prepare for a positive birth.

Tap the link in my bio to book your place

Debbie
Pregnancy Coach | Hypnobirthing Practitioner | Birth Educator

It's really lifts a dreary February day when I get a message like this from a couple who I've been supporting recently."...
19/02/2026

It's really lifts a dreary February day when I get a message like this from a couple who I've been supporting recently.

"I just wanted to update you that our little boy has arrived.. all went safely without complications."

"We wanted to say thank you for all the support advice and kindness you gave us during pregnancy leading up to birth, we learnt so much and couldn’t be more grateful for what we managed to achieve with your help! ...ended up going into labour naturally at 8:30pm Tuesday and was in active labour for 12 hours"

"We used a lot of the positive affirmations you said to work on. Every time I was mentally feeling like I was hitting a wall my partner would say them out loud to me then I was able to say them to myself and carry on."

"The breathing techniques like counting, playlists we made and recordings you shared helped keep me in control to not panic or get overwhelmed/distressed."

"I pushed for 1 hour and 45 minutes and honestly don’t remember much of it. Afterwards, I found out that while I was pushing, doctors came in suggesting forceps or moving to a C-section.. despite baby showing no signs of distress."

At this point the midwife gently but firmly advocated for mum, reassuring them that her body was working and that introducing intervention at that point could create doubt and interrupt progress.

Shortly after, baby arrived within just a few more pushes!

This is such a powerful reminder of how important it is to listen to your body, trust the process, and have someone beside you who can advocate for your wishes when you’re deep in what I often call the 'birthing zone'.

Thank you for sharing your wonderful birth story and a huge well done and congratulations mama.

If you are interested in having my support during your preganncy, come a watch my live masterclass in a couple of weeks time. See link below.

Debbie x
Pregnancy Coach | Hypnobirthing Practitioner | Birth Educator

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Hi, I’m Debbie from Better Birth & Baby

Welcome to Better Birth & Baby. My name is Debbie Willis and I teach Hypnobirthing antenatal workshops to expectant parents to help them to reduce fear and anxiety to help them have a positive birth experience. I am passionate about enabling women have a calm, relaxed and fear free birth, one where they feel in control, as I did for my two births. If you are wondering why I do what I do, and why I love it so much.. take a look at my story here on my website. You can also find lots more info on my website www.betterbirthandbaby.co.uk such as some detailed information on how hypnosis for birth works, some lovely birth stories and testimonials from parents who have been on my workshops, and of course my contact details if you wish to contact me for any further information on my group or 1-to-1 workshops. I look forward to hearing from you and helping you have the birth you want.