Hilltop Hypnotherapy and Hypnobirthing

13/10/2025

✨ A little update from me… ✨

I’ve had a few messages recently from people asking if I’m still practising as they can't see any updates online, which made me realise I haven’t actually posted in quite a while!

In short, I’m still here doing the work I love. I’ve just been a little quieter online. The pause has been really needed and has given me space to reset and reflect on what’s next, both personally and professionally.

I continue to work with hypnotherapy clients looking for long-term, meaningful change, and I’ll have some space for new clients from December/January onwards.

More to come soon, but for now, thank you to everyone who’s reached out, referred friends or simply thought of me. It means a lot.

12/10/2025

💫 HypnoBirthing Refresher Course - gauging interest

✨ Over the past week, a couple of lovely past clients have been in touch - both expecting again and wanting to reconnect with the tools and techniques that helped them feel calm and confident before.

For a while now, I’ve been working mainly 1:1, which I’ve really enjoyed but these recent messages have made me realise how much I’ve missed the connection and energy of group courses. Not to mention the post-birth catch-ups and cake!

So, I’m exploring whether to run a small HypnoBirthing Refresher Course for parents preparing to welcome their next baby.

This would be a relaxed, supportive space to come back to your calm, refresh your mindset, and revisit the practical techniques that really make a difference.

🕯️ What it might include:

A mix of online and in-person sessions (around 6–8 hours in total)

A focus on the most effective tools and techniques for birth

Time to reconnect with your calm, positive mindset

The chance to meet other like-minded parents preparing for their next chapter

The course will mainly focus on tools and techniques rather than the full educational content, though I’m very open to suggestions and happy to provide extra support with birth choices and information if needed.

If this sounds like something you’d be interested in — or you know someone who might — I’d love to hear from you. Comment below or send me a quick message to register your interest. 💌

30/09/2024

💫This will be my last Hypnobirthing course of 2024…possibly forever as I focus on other areas of the business so I’d love to to make it a lovely social one😃

👶Are you due to have a baby before February 2025?

🥰Would you like to join a group of fellow parents learning useful tools and techniques for birth with a few giggles and a lot of support along the way?

🤰I’ve been working with expectant parents for over a decade and have many reviews, birth stories and testimonials. If you’d like a brochure and more details or are ready to book on, just send me a message.

02/09/2024

🤰My Hypnobirthing Journey🤰

✨15 years ago, I faced a traumatic pregnancy marked by two close family bereavements and unexpected complications. It was a time of intense grief and confusion with many decisions to navigate and meetings with different consultants in Plymouth and Bristol, yet hypnobirthing and hypnotherapy became my anchor, allowing me to stay in control, manage overwhelming stress, and make the best decisions for my baby.

🙌This experience sparked a passion in me to transform the way hypnobirthing is taught. It shouldn’t just be about natural birth and a few breathing techniques; it should empower women throughout their lives, not just during childbirth.

🥰That’s why I created The Empowered Birth Experience.

❓What Makes My Course Unique:

☀️Personalised Approach: No two births are the same. I tailor each session to your unique needs and preferences.

Beyond Hypnobirthing Basics: We go beyond the standard techniques, equipping you with skills to manage anxiety, cope with pain, and feel supported right up to birth and beyond - with a postnatal meet-up included!

Practical Tools & Resources: You’ll get a treasure trove of materials, research, and specially recorded MP3s to guide you through every stage.

Experienced Guidance: Benefit from my extensive experience as a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Hypnobirthing Practitioner.

Life-Long Skills: These techniques aren’t just for labour; they’ll help you manage stress and anxiety in all areas of life.

Unique Content: My course is a blend of proven techniques, personal insights, and decades of experience.

Ready to Feel Prepared, Supported & Empowered?

Join The Empowered Birth Experience and approach your birth with the confidence you deserve, no matter what path your journey takes. Contact me today to book your place - next course starts in October and is already booking up😃

01/09/2024

WHAT’S THE POINT OF HYPNOBIRTHING?

“I really wanted to look back at the birth of my 3rd baby and remember it fondly, not looking back and remembering it as a horrific painful experience, like my previous births.”⁠

When Ruth joined my Hypnobirthing Information session, she was exploring different options and wanted to understand what made my course stand out from the rest.

After two challenging birth experiences and trying another antenatal course that didn’t quite meet her needs, Ruth was determined to approach this birth differently. She was eager to see how Hypnobirthing could help her overcome her fears and what it would be like to work with me. I was thrilled when she decided to join the course after our session together.

At the start of each Hypnobirthing course, I ask parents to set their goals and intentions for the birth. Ruth’s wish was clear: to stay calm, feel in control, and be fully present throughout the entire experience.

To say Ruth achieved her goal is an understatement. Calm, in control, and fully present—that’s exactly how she navigated her third birth.

If you’re curious about how I can support you in preparing for a positive birth experience, why not request a brochure today! It includes pricing details and inspiring client birth stories. Drop a comment or message, and I’ll send it your way! ✨

01/08/2024

Empower Your Birth Journey

Are you expecting a baby before February 2025? My hypnobirthing course can equip you with the tools for a calm and confident birth experience. Taught by an experienced and friendly Clinical Hypnotherapist and Hypnobirthing Practitioner. Gain knowledge, relaxation techniques, and expert support.

24/04/2024

🧚‍♀️ Day 1 of introducing our Fairy festival Acts 🧚‍♀️

We introduce (Although you probably know)

🎶 Mad Dog Mcrea (duo) 🎶

We are so excited to have Michael and Olivia Mathieson perform together with a blend of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, and bluegrass. We feel very lucky that they will be returning to our fairy festival and to see all of your fairy wings and goblin ears bouncing about!

They will be playing on the Sunday (19th of May)

💃 Not to be missed!! 💃

Link to our tickets here: https://stiltskin.org.uk/soapbox-childrens-theatre-devonport-box-office/

11/04/2024

If any of my clients would be kind enough to leave me a Google review, it would be much appreciated. It helps to keep my website found which along with recommendation is the main way people find me.

Emails will be going out about the Hypnobirthing Information Session - Thursday 11th April 2024 @ 6:30pm tonight - for those booked in, keep an eye on your inbox. If anyone is thinking of coming along, just message direct and I'll send you the Zoom link. The next Group Hypnobirthing Course - April 2024 starts in 2 weeks - can't wait!!

Post a review to our profile on Google

08/04/2024

Love this post and hope it helps anyone recovering😍

Diaphragmatic breathing is something I teach on the hypnobirthing course but I never would have thought to use it for scar recovery. Every day is a school day!

Do follow Jen’s page for more tips - not only is she a fountain of knowledge but she’s super lovely and amazing at what she does😀

🧘🏾‍♂️C Section tip - breath work 🧘‍♀️

Get comfy, lying on your back or sitting and practise breathing deeply and slowly into your abdomen - this is called diaphragmatic breathing and it’s so important to get your scar moving, relax all those tissues and your pelvic floor. If you’re not sure, try placing you hands on your tummy to give you feedback, you should feel the tummy move outwards as you breath in. It feels lovely, I promise. If it’s a little painful, just reduce your effort and work within the lower end of your pain… you will be able to breathe deeper as you progress through the stages of healing 🥰

Jen 🌸

04/04/2024

Yep! Is a wonderful project that supports young people and we already have 16 people gaining support from our advisors. It’s been a positive start and we can’t wait for the journey to continue 💙💛
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01/04/2024

For my c section mums - I wish I’d known about this 13 years ago😀

✨✨Raising awareness of C Sections this April✨✨

Over 30% of births are by C- section… whether you chose a C section due to personal choice, prolapse, birth trauma; Or perhaps you had an emergency C section?

There are many reasons for having a C section; it’s empowering for women to be able to choose what’s best for them👌🏻💪🏼

Scar care is an important part of your recovery… I’m running a competition to win two scar therapy treatments with me at my clinic - click the link to enter…

https://mailchi.mp/dba1b4237001/c-section-scar-competition

It’s OK to feel mixed emotions about your C section… how do you feel about yours?

01/04/2024

⭐️ The Power of Community⭐️

Last week, I met up with a few new babies and their lovely mums who attended a Hypnobirthing course with me last year. It's moments like these that remind me of the incredible power of building a supportive community during such a transformative time…but also how much I love the post birth meets!💕From sharing birth stories to enjoying cuddles with the little ones, the gathering was filled with warmth and laughter.

Each mum had a different birth story yet told how Hypnobirthing had helped them in different ways during pregnancy, birth and newborn days. I’ve been doing this for over 10 years now - learning, adapting, and working with hundreds of hypnotherapy and Hypnobirthing clients to keep improving and being the best I can for them. Getting to be a part of this time in their lives is an honour and not something I take for granted.🌱

After lunch, they all went away smiling and making arrangements to meet up again. I have to be honest, I also left with happy tears in my eyes as I reflected on the amazing people I get to work with and how lucky I am to meet their beautiful babies (dads and grandmas too!) You truly are all wonderful!☺️

If you’re reading this and expecting a baby of your own, I’ll be holding a free online information session on 11th April (link in comments) and for anyone who would like to begin the Hypnobirthing journey, there are spaces available on the course beginning April 25th.📅