The Contemporary Birth Co. With Hannah Stockley

16/10/2023

RELAX AND GET READY FOR BIRTH WITH ME 🤰🏽

🖤My pregnancy relaxation groups offer a safe, calm space for you to experience

- guided relaxation tailored to pregnancy
- meet other expectant mums with similar due dates to you
- experience some of the valuable tools of hypnobirthing that you can take with you in to labour.

Sessions are one hour for four weeks and made up of:

💆‍♀️ Mindfulness practice to release tension
🤰🏽 A different hypnobirthing topic each week from hormones in labour, releasing fear and anxiety around labour, birth plans and places to give birth.
🥰 A pregnancy specific guided relaxation

£49 for the full four session group
🕰️ 6:30-7:30pm 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th November
🎉 If you’ve attended a relaxation session or group before then you can use your discount on this group.
📍 Mothers Matter Tonypandy
📆 Book your space through the L I N K

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecontemporarybirthcompany/979939

⭐️ Small group, limited availability

💜 Han

Should I do antenatal classes? Group pregnancy relaxation antenatal classes that focus on relaxation in pregnancy and hypnobirthing tips for birth

15/10/2023

This mum is just incredible.

She fully encompasses what I aim to achieve by teaching Hypnobirthing.

Sometimes our hopes for birth don’t go how we envisioned, which can be disappointing, and that’s okay..

But what’s not okay is when women feel like they failed themselves or were failed by the system, and end up feeling traumatised by their experience of birth, unable to talk about it or process it.

My aim through teaching Hypnobirthing is to give women the tools to stack the odds in their favour of a positive birth and feeling like they did amazingly, however their birth turns out.

I’ll teach you to plan for your best case scenario whilst giving you the tools to WORK WITH changes, to adapt and be flexible. This doesn’t mean that you’ll wing it and go with the flow… this means you’ll be FULLY prepared to make decisions and stay calm, and keep a sense of control, regardless of how your baby is born.

Often the big change of plans, and the unexpected events are what leave women feeling like they lost control, which is one of the biggest contributing factors to feeling negatively about your birth experience.

This lovely lady did my intensive hypnobirthing course after two traumatic birth experiences, terrified of needing another emergency c section, and I’ll forever be in awe of how she overcame her anxiety before labour, felt excited to give birth, and how she came out of it feeling incredibly proud of herself.

It wasn’t her plan A, yes she was disappointed with that, but adapted amazingly to something she previously feared.

If you would like to do a Hypnobirthing course with me in 2023 ready for your Christmas and 2024 babies, see the l i n k in my b i o 🖤

Han x

09/10/2023

PREGNANCY RELAXATION AND BIRTH PREPARATION GROUP 🤰🏽

GUIDED RELAXATION
CALM BREATHING FOR BIRTH AND LABOUR
HYPNOBIRTHING TOPICS

BOOK HERE

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecontemporarybirthcompany/979939

03/10/2023

PAIN RELIEF OR NO PAIN RELIEF? Have a positive birth either way!

😮‍💨 Using hypnobirthing alongside medical pain relief in labor can provide you with a rewlly well-rounded approach to birth!.

🧠 Hypnobirthing techniques, such as deep breathing, visualization, and positive affirmations, can help manage anxiety and promote relaxation even when medical interventions are necessary.

💪🏼 These tools will empower you to stay calm and focused during the most intense points of labour, helping you to create a more positive mindset and allowing you to focus on the present which can help with pain relief.

❤️ Combining hypnobirthing with medical pain relief options, like epidurals or opiates, offers flexibility, ensures that your physical comfort is supported and that you have the confidence to make the best decisions for you and your baby.

🫶🏽It's a full antenatal approach - with an extra bit of magic 😉 that gives you opportunity to explore all options and provides you with comprehensive support, allowing you to embrace the birth of your baby with less fear and more confidence.

To learn more about how you can do hypnobirthing with me, click the L I N K In my B I O!

Han xx

23/09/2023

⭐️ Group Hypnobirthing Courses ⭐️

The Group Hypnobirthing course option is a full Hypnobirthing Course, run as a small group of expectant parents with similar due dates to you. It’s everything you need to feel confident, calm and in control for labour.

Delivered face to face in Tonypandy, Rhondda Valleys, South Wales, over four 2.5 hour sessions.

What we cover:

⭐️ Your current thoughts and feelings around giving birth, creating a positive mindset around labour so that you can go in to it feeling excited, confident and looking forward to the experience of meeting your baby

⭐️ Learning coping strategies that will allow you to manage sensations of labour contractions naturally and how to use them alongside other methods of pain relief should you want them

⭐️ A full understanding of what happens to your body during labour - no need to fear the unknown!

⭐️ Navigating unexpected events and medical intervention by asking the right questions, knowing your rights, making your preferences known and how to stay calm during them

⭐️ Tools for your birth partner that will allow them to help keep you calm and focussed AND strategies they can use to protect your space and advocate for you when needed

What you get:

⭐️ 9-10 hours of in-person Hypnobirthing content, over four sessions

⭐️ Meet a small group of other expectant parents with similar due dates to you

⭐️ Wattsapp support from me during my working hours up until your baby is born.

⭐️ An interactive course workbook to use alongside our sessions

⭐️ A set of positive birth affirmations cards to help build a positive mindset for birth

⭐️ A birth plan template and example birth plan

⭐️ A set of Hypnobirthing MP3 tracks: Guided relaxation tracks to help you learn essential relaxation skills and create a positive mindset for birth

⭐️ The course is designed for you with a free space for a birth partner too, as I know how important it is for you to be supported in birth preparation as well as in labour itself.

➡️Book a place on this course with just a £50 deposit. The remaining £130 will be due 72 hours before the first session.

Total: £180 per birth couple

Once you’ve paid your deposit, I will be in touch via email with a booking form and to find out a little more about you and your pregnancy.

Book here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecontemporarybirthcompany/979947

Lots of love, Han x

22/09/2023

A planned birth on a midwife led birth centre that resulted in a surprise, super short birth at home 🖤

Sam and Owen completed my 10 hour hypnobirthing course online over Zoom and used all of the tools

Head to my blog to read Sam and Owen’s full birth story

https://www.thecontemporarybirthcompany.com/blog/surprise-home-birth-super-short-labour-a-positive-birth-story-using-hypnobirthing

22/09/2023

Group Hypnobirthing Course, Tonypandy 📍

💗 I’m so excited to be bringing my full, 10 hour hypnobirthing course, live, face to face, to the Rhondda Valleys 🖤

💪🏼 Giving women in my local area the opportunity to experience an amazing, positive birth, and to give them tools to go in to labour feeling calm, confident and in control, is something I feel so privileged to do!

🧠 Hypnobirthing is different to a typical antenatal course in that it focuses hugely on your mindset around birth, and getting you to a place where you see birth as something to be excited about, instead of something to fear.

💆‍♀️ We know that going in to labour feeling fearful and anxious about what you might experience can lead to negative experiences of birth. This is why Hypnobirthing works to strip away those fears, and teach you how to fully relax your mind and your body, so that you can work with it during labour.

🤰🏽 I teach all of the physiology of birth too - this part is super important! But how amazing would it be to combine this with all of the extra magic that hypnobirthing offers?

🖤This also isn’t just a taster session where you’ll dip in to breathing tools over a one hour period. This is a fully comprehensive antenatal and birth course that covers everything you’ll need to prepare for a positive birth (it’s so much more than calm breathing!)

🧑🏼‍🍼Join a small group of expectant parents, local to you, with similar due dates to you, and take the first step in getting prepared for birth! 🖤

📋 For details and booking options, see the link or send me a message! Im super friendly and happy to chat!! 

https://www.thecontemporarybirthcompany.com/group-hypnobirthing-courses

Han xx

21/09/2023

Dear First-Time Mom,

It's completely natural to have fears and uncertainties about birth, especially when it's your first experience. I want to reassure you that considering hypnobirthing is a wonderful step towards a calmer and more empowering birth journey.

Hypnobirthing can be an invaluable tool to help you navigate this transformative process. It equips you with relaxation techniques, positive affirmations, and a deep understanding of your body's capabilities. Through hypnobirthing, you can discover a sense of control, reduce anxiety, and approach labor with confidence.

Remember, you are stronger than you realise, and your body is designed for this incredible journey. Hypnobirthing can be the most powerful tool, helping you to embrace this unique moment with calmness, strength and confidence.

Your baby's arrival will be a beautiful and profound experience, and with hypnobirthing, you have the potential to make it a more peaceful and positive one.

You've got this, and your journey into motherhood is about to begin in a remarkable way. 🌟👶💪

20/09/2023

VISUALISATION FOR BIRTH ⭐️ 🌊

Visualization in labor is a powerful technique that enables expectant mothers to harness the mind's creative abilities to navigate the challenges of birth.

By closing your eyes and mentally picturing a serene and positive birth experience, you can reduce anxiety, manage pain, and enhance your overall sense of control during labor.

Visualisation often involves imagining your baby's journey through the birth canal or envisioning your body working harmoniously. For me, it really helped me to visualise leaves blowing in the wind and settling on the ground as I practiced calm breathing during pregnancy and early labour.

I found that when I was actively pushing at the end of labour, imaging Olivia moving downwards with each surge was what got me through.

This practice not only serves as a distraction from discomfort but also taps into the mind-body connection, releasing natural pain-relieving hormones and promoting a calmer and more empowering birthing experience.

Whether picturing a peaceful natural setting or focusing on the end goal of meeting your baby, visualization can be a valuable tool in helping you embrace the journey of childbirth with confidence and positivity 🌊 🖤

To learn more, join me on one of my hypnobirthing courses this winter ❄️

Send me a DM or visit www.thecontemporarybirthcompany.com for details

- Han x

19/09/2023

HERE’s 10 REASONS WHY HYPNOBIRTHING MATTERS

1. **Mind-Body Connection:** Hypnobirthing emphasizes the connection between mind and body, teaching anxious pregnant moms to channel relaxation and positivity, reducing stress hormones that can hinder labor progress.

2. **Fear Release:** It equips women with tools to release their fears surrounding childbirth, allowing them to approach labor with confidence and a positive mindset.

3. **Reduced Anxiety:** Hypnobirthing techniques, like deep breathing and self-hypnosis, help anxious moms manage anxiety, promoting a more serene birthing experience.

4. **Natural Pain Management:** By teaching pain-coping strategies, it reduces the need for medical interventions or pain medications, which can be a concern for some anxious mothers.

5. **Empowerment:** It empowers pregnant women to actively participate in their birthing process, making them feel more in control and less anxious about the unknown.

6. **Partner Involvement:** Hypnobirthing encourages birth partners to play an active role in providing support, fostering a sense of togetherness and reducing anxiety for both partners.

7. **Positive Visualization:** Visualization exercises help anxious moms envision a smooth and calm birth, reinforcing a positive mental outlook.

8. **Enhanced Relaxation:** The techniques taught in Hypnobirthing promote deep relaxation, which can lead to more efficient contractions and shorter labor, reducing overall stress.

9. **Natural Hormone Release:** By promoting the release of endorphins and oxytocin, Hypnobirthing can enhance feelings of love, bonding, and calmness during labor.

10. **Positive Birth Experience:** Ultimately, Hypnobirthing aims to create a positive birth experience, which can significantly reduce anxiety during pregnancy and help mothers enter motherhood with greater confidence.

To join a course with me this winter send me a DM 🖤 I’d be super happy to chat with you!!

- Han xx

18/09/2023

Contractions and fearing the unknown 🖤

I understand that the thought of contractions during labor can be intimidating, especially for first-time moms. However, it's essential to remember that contractions are a natural part of the birthing process, and your body is designed to handle them. Think of contractions as your body's way of gently but firmly guiding your baby into the world.

During labor, contractions serve a vital role in helping your cervix open and allowing your baby to descend. They may feel like intense waves of pressure and tightening, but each one is a sign that you're progressing closer to meeting your precious little one. It's okay to be scared, but remember that countless women have gone through this experience and emerged as strong, empowered mothers. You can, too.

To cope with contractions, consider various pain management techniques such as deep breathing, visualization, and doing a hypnobirthing course.

Surround yourself with a supportive birth team, whether it's your partner, a doula, or a midwife, to provide comfort and encouragement. Education and preparation can also ease your fears, so attend childbirth classes to learn more about what to expect. Trust in your body's ability to bring your baby into the world, and remember that with each contraction, you're one step closer to holding your precious bundle of joy. You've got this! 🌟💪

15/09/2023

It can be for you too!

Head to the L I N K in my B I O for group, 1:1, face to face and online Hypnobirthing course options!

Take the first step to a calm and confident birth by reserving your space 🖤

Places include you and a birth partner

Can’t wait to be part of your journey

Han xx

06/09/2023

Hypnobirthing is especially important for hospital births!

‼️Just by giving birth in a hospital - from the minute you step through the doors, you’re already more likely to end up receiving intervention during labour vs if you were giving birth at home or in a midwife led unit

1. It’s much harder to tap in to much needed good birth hormones on a labour ward

2. There’s lots of distractions and factors that will cause spikes in adrenaline (you don’t want this in labour)

3. The availability of intervention means it’s often a quick go to for your maternity team (often times it’s not actually required)

4. When you enter the ward, you’re put on a timer. If you don’t give birth within their expected time frame you’ll be offered intervention. Note: This time frame is unrealistic and one size fits all. All births, babies and women are different!

⭐️ My Hypnobirthing course will give you SO many tools and SO much knowledge that you’ll be able to navigate all of this with the confidence that you’re making the best decisions for you snd your baby

⭐️ A positive birth experience is determined by how you felt about giving birth. Not by how it looked.

⭐️ Someone could have a peaceful water birth in a midwife led centre, that lasted 4 hours tops, and feel really upset about how it turned out, and someone else could have an incredible experience on a labour ward.

👶🏻 To do a hypnobirthing course with me and get yourself feeling super calm, confident and in control for birth, click the link in my bio and see the options available to you! I teach online via Zoom so you can access this from anywhere in the world!

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 if you’re local to Rhondda Valleys, South Wales then I have a full Group Hypnobirthing course starting 2nd October! Perfect if you’re due between November and January 🖤

➡️ DM me to chat about options or see all the details by clicking the link in my bio.


https://www.thecontemporarybirthcompany.com/group-hypnobirthing-courses

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02/09/2023

https://www.thecontemporarybirthcompany.com/group-hypnobirthing-courses

Providing you with tools to conquer birth fears and birth your baby like a boss!