Suzyrocker

Hey, Thanks for stopping by. I've been thinking about a video antenatal classes - that specifically focus on birth preparation - similar to hypnobirthing. Would you have paid for a class that was delivered to your inbox? Pros and cons/would you?? Thanks for your help. Suzy

Are there any recommendations for a masseuse who is ideally experienced in post natal massage post C-Section. Thanks, Suzy

Hello! First of congratulations on your pregnancy, it can feel a bit overwhelming at times, but it will all be worth it in the end. :-) I am currently in the process of researching an idea and would hugely appreciate talking to some Mums who are feeling a little anxious about their pending births, would still like a natural labour if possible, but have decided that hypnobirthing is not for them. I would need about 15 minutes of your time to discuss your thoughts, either over the phone or via skype and in exchange I would love to share some great relaxation tools and techniques that you can use throughout the rest of your pregnancy and on the big day should you so wish. Please feel free to leave a message below or PM. Thanks so much, Suzy

Oh, foolish me! I thought this was an evening event. Hope it was a great session, hopefully catch you next time.

Hi All, February's group class is now full :-). And I am now taking bookings for March, in which I have two places remaining. If you have are expecting a summer baby and would like to find out how you can put yourself in the best position for a calm and positive birth experience, please PM me or email me on [email protected] for course details. Please feel free to visit my website, to view testimonials and find out more about the course. All the best, Suzy

Hi All, If you are expecting a spring/summer baby and haven't quite got around to booking your hypnobirthing course; I have one space left in my group class starting tomorrow. I am offering a 15% discount off of my listed prices at www.limitlessyou.co.uk; classes run from 7.30pm - 10pm for the next four weeks, if you would like to join please PM me for more information or email me at [email protected]. Have a great Sunday. Suzy

Hi All, If you are expecting a spring/summer baby and haven't quite made it to booking your class yet, I have one space left in my group class starting tomorrow, if you would like to join, I can offer a 15% discount off of my listed prices, please see www.limitlessyou.co.uk. Classes run from 7.30pm - 10pm for the next four weeks. PM for more information or email me at [email protected]. Warm regards, Suzy

SE22mum Wrote: ------------------------------------------------------- > Suzyrocker, I got to the end of your interesting > and thoughtful post! > > Your approach sounds very supportive, and I also > wish it was available on the NHS. I suppose one > of your challenges must be around helping women to > think about their expectations and their plans. I > know my sister had hypnobirthing and she was > convinced it was a "magic wand" - and > unfortunately I think the practitioner encouraged > this. Then on the day she couldn't remember any > of the exercises and freaked out. It is a challenge and whilst I attempt to make the intention of the program really clear, the majority of the women who sign up for hypnobirthing courses, want to have a natural, spontaneous, straight forward, vaginal birth and if that doesn't happen it can be tough for them. However, by providing examples of HB Mum's like I mentioned above, I believe that helps to manage the pressure that they may put on themselves to have a 'text book' birth as well as getting the opportunity to speak to the Mums after the birth, particularly if they have had a tough time, helps. But again unfortunately, there's no magic wand... I couldn't help but read about your sister with a little bit of a rye smile, there are some programs (very good ones) that use a vast number of different techniques. If you lose your train of thought and then start worrying that you're doing it wrong - it's kind of game over. So, for some people keeping it simple helps :-)

In response to Saffron - I think we are on the same page. Part of being able to embrace any part of your life and particularly in the case of birth, is recognizing the importance of perception and appreciating that life is not just black and white or good experience/bad experience. Life is about different shades of grey and when we appreciate that, even the more difficult experiences, become something to celebrate.

I have to say as a hypnotherapist, psychotherapist and Hypnobirthing teacher I completely agree that women shouldn't feel an added pressure to have the 'dream birth'. However, there are several things about that immediately spring mind when i hear the 'dream birth' statement, when I think about it specifically in reference to hypnobirthing. Hypnobirthing, isn't just about having a baby. It's as much about the preparation that takes place (if not more about) during the pregnancy as well as the actual birth. Whilst I accept that the preparation and practice is very much about preparing Mum for how she can navigate the birth, it's also about drawing Dad into the process, making sure that he feels as involved and as much a part of the pregnancy as he did when the baby was conceived. It's about getting Mum to be mindful about the fact that she's having a baby. Which might sound crazy, but how many pregnant women do you know that rush around like the Super Women that they are, until a week before their baby arrives? So many! The exercises and practice are about slowing things down both physically and emotionally so that they can tune into what's going on in their bodies - which is also a hugely invaluable tool, when it comes to giving birth. It's about reducing the fear and anxiety about labour during the pregnancy, so 1) they can enjoy the pregnancy more. 2) Baby's benefit from not being continuously flooded with cortisols and adrenaline as Mum feels calmer and happier 3) They go into labour with an expectancy that they can give birth with out it having to be a horror story. Yes, I completely acknowledge and do not apologize for the fact that I ask my couples to think about their ideal scenario for birth. As a hypnotherapist and psychotherapist, I see it every day and know that when we approach life with an expectation that nothing will ever go our way - that is what tends to happen. Whilst I know you cannot wish your way to a calm and controlled birth, creating a mindset of positivity around your ability to do that is a factor. To provide light and shade to the ideal scenario, we also talk about how the fact that talking about having 'the perfect birth' is pretty meaningless in the sense that is referred to above. The perfect birth is having the birth that is right for you and your family on the day, if that means asking for gas and air or an epidural after being in labour for 5 days (as one of my recent clients had to). Does that mean does that mother has failed, no way! Not only did she give her baby the best lead up to her birth she could have done, but during the chaos that ensued around her, she remained calm and in control until she decided that the best thing to do would be to have an epidural so she could rest. I also show my couples a video of a lady who wanted a home birth, ending up in hospital, needing assistance, because she ran into special circumstances, I believe it's extremely important to acknowledge that things don't always go to plan. The final line from the email that I received from her partner to say thank you for passing on the techniques after their born, sums up why I believe that this type of preparation when positioned correctly is not setting couples up for failure was - "We only had one meltdown in the 5 day period, this experience could have been dreadful, but it wasn't and I really want to thank you and the Wise Hipp for helping us in such a profound way." As a practitioner, whilst I love hearing stories like Reren's who was one of my clients, it's hearing about the stories that go to plan where because the mother has followed the coursed and done her preparation that she is able to call upon to help her navigate calmly and in control, what could other wise be a very scary or traumatic experience. Hypnobirthing is not a magic wand and any teacher who says that it is, is not being responsible however, I wholeheartedly believe that the tools and skills taught are invaluable to contributing to many more women having positive birth experiences and it should be available on the NHS :-) (If you have managed to get to the end of this post - well done)!

Thanks Sylvia! It was great that you achieved what you wanted this time around :-) x

Hi All, As this is the month many people will be looking to rid themselves of unwanted habits - particularly the dreaded weed! I am offering a January promotion to help you on your way! If you had the best of intentions on the 31st December, but are still finding yourself lighting up, or know that your resolve is already waning, then please call me on 07961 990275 or email at [email protected] quoting EDF for a ?75 discount off of my Stop Smoking Program until the end of January. I am offering a two hour session at the reduced rate of ?150 and a free one hour follow up session, in the unlikely event that you will need any additional help within four weeks of your initial appointment. If you would like to find out more about the other treatments I offer and of course how I can help you to stopping smoking, then please take a look at my website for testimonials and more information. wwww.limitlessyou.co.uk. Happy New Year! Suzy

Hello, For any bumps that are due late December/Jan or February who would like to join a group hypnobirthing class before Christmas, I have three lovely couples booked for my group course running at the Telegraph Hill Centre from the 18th November for 4 weeks. I have 2 spaces left available should you like to join it would be great to have you on board! :-) As Reren has pointed out I take a practical approach to teaching my classes, that leave my couples feeling confident and inspired in their own ability to birth calmly and without stress or anxiety. If you would like to know more about group or private tuition, please feel free to email me at [email protected] or visit www.limitlessyou.co.uk. Take care and best of luck with the rest of your pregnancies! Suzy

Hi All, I am now taking bookings for the November group course starting on the 18th November. Only 3 spaces left available, perfect, for Dec/Jan and February babies. Please email [email protected] for details, or check out my website, www.limitlessyou.co.uk for further information. Thank you, Suzy

Hello Pregnant Ladies, I have one remaining space available on my group hypnobirthing course at the Telegraph Hill Centre - SE14, starting on Monday 21st October, if you would like to take that slot, I am happy to be able to offer a 15% discount off of the listed price on my website. If you are looking to achieve a calm, confident and fear free birth please get in touch! I am available on email at [email protected] or alternatively you can find more information on my website www.limitlessyou.co.uk Thank you, Suzy

Hello Lovely Pregnant Ladies and Hypnobirthing Mums, On the 12th October from 10am - 12 pm, I will be holding a hypnobirthing coffee morning. It will be a great opportunity for any HypnoMums out there to pop in with baby and share their story and for any Mums-to-be or Mum's that are interested in looking at hypnobirthing 2nd or 3rd time around to pop in and have a chat and find out what it's all about. If you are able to drop me a line to let me know if you'd like to drop by, I will email you my address and of course make sure that there's a nice cup of tea and chocolate biscuit on standby for you! Hope to see you on the 12th, Suzy

Hi Ladies, I hope you don't mind me crashing your thread, however, I am investigating setting up a regular coffee morning for Mums who have either had hypnobirths and would like to share their experience or Mums that are interested in hypnobirthing, but would like to find out more from women (aside from me) who have had a great experiences. If you could PM or drop me a line at [email protected], if this is something you might be interested in that would be great. Not that we need one, but I thought it might be another great excuse for a regular cup of tea and a biscuit for those who enjoy sharing their positive birth experiences.

Hi All, Thank you for the lovely recommendation Reren, I'm really glad you enjoyed the course. I just wanted to update the thread to say that there are now only 3 spaces remaining on my group course at the Telegraph Hill Centre, starting on October 21st and I will also be running 1 private class during this period. Should anyone require any further information please feel free to email me on [email protected] or check out my website on www.limitlessyou.co.uk Happy pregnancies! Suzy

Hi All, In preparation for Hypnobirthing classes starting at The Telegraph Hill Centre on the 23rd September, I will be running a hour taster session at Pistachio's in the Park - Hillyfields on Thursday 12th September from 7.30pm. It's the perfect opportunity for Mums (and Dads) who are not quite sure whether hypnobirthing might be for you, to hear more about the tools and techniques that can help you create a fear free and comfortable birth, in which you feel in control. You'll be able to of ask lots of questions and enjoy a lovely guided relaxation so you can get a real feel for what hypnobirthing is all about. Tickets can be purchased in advance from the caf? for ?8 or online on www.limitlessyou.eventbrite.com should you have any further question please feel free to leave a comment or PM and I can give you a call back. Thanks, Suzy

Hello, Any budding photographers out there that would like a free hypnotherapy session(s) please get in touch; as I am in training I am happy to work with you for as long as you need. In return I am looking for some simple, natural headshots that I can use on my website. If this sounds of interest please PM me. Many thanks, Suzy

Hi, I am in the process of launching a new business and am looking for a designer, who would like to work on a print project, that they can add to their portfolio. If this might be of interest to you or you have any recommendations please point me in the right direction. Many thanks, Suzy

Hello, I am a trainee hypnotherapist and psychotherapist, looking for case studies. Anyone who would like help with weight loss, confidence, self esteem, insomnia, panic attacks, giving up unwanted habits such as smoking, nail biting, controlling anger, anxiety or phobias. Please DM me. All the best, Suzy

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Hi All, I am a trainee hypnotherapist and psychotherapist looking for case studies; whether you have been finding it difficult to get to sleep, keep the weight off, stop smoking, stop biting your nails, remain calm in stressful situations, increase you self esteem or have a phobia, I would love to work with you. Please PM should you like to hear more or book an appointment. All the best, Suzy

Hello, I am a trainee Hypnotherapist looking for case studies, if you are somebody who has been suffering from a phobia or would like to give up smoking and is interested to see how hypnosis can work for you please PM me.