HypnoBirthing is as much a philosophy as it is a technique.  It is a rewarding, relaxing, 

stress-free method of birthing that is based on the belief that when a mother is properly 

prepared for birthing physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually, she can experience 

the joy of birthing her baby in an easier, more comfortable manner.  HypnoBirthing returns 

to a woman the art of birthing in a way that allows her to summon her natural birthing 

instincts.  HypnoBirthing is based on the belief that severe pain does not need to be a 

natural accompaniment to labor.

Obstetrician Dr. Lorne Campbell has attended over 100 births using HypnoBirthing.

Read what he has to say!

How will HypnoBirthing Childbirth Preparation benefit you?

~  Teaches you to eliminate the Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome before, 

    during and after labor

~  Eliminates the need for chemical anesthesia in most cases
~  Shortens the first stage of labor by several hours
~  Eliminates fatigue during labor
~  Brings together the mother, baby, and birthing companion in a wonderful 

    pre-natal bonding experience

~  Invites the birthing companion to be an integral part of the birthing, 

    not an onlooker or coach

~  Postnatal recovery is rapid & easier
~  Birthing is returned to the beautiful & peaceful experience that 

    nature intended

What will you learn?

~  Techniques for safe, shorter, and more comfortable birthing through guided 

    imagery, visualization, and special breathing
~  Relaxation and self-hypnosis techniques to eliminate the fear and tension that 

    cause long labor and pain, replacing it with confidence, calm & comfort
~  An understanding of the body’s natural process during labor in order to be able 

    to create your own natural anesthesia and work with your body instead of against it

When in my pregnancy should I take this class?

Like most things, the key to successful HypnoBirthing is practice, practice, practice!  

Most women find that having three to four months to learn and practice the self-hypnosis 

techniques is ideal.  However, whether your baby is due to arrive soon after the class or 

whether you are early in your pregnancy, the skills learned in this class will be invaluable 

for your preparation on the journey to birthing your baby.

You Should Know...

HypnoBirthing has been extremely effective for mothers who had a prolonged, painful, or 

otherwise negative birth experience the first time and are having a second baby, and for first-time 

mothers who have intense fear of giving birth.  

When is the next class?
Small group classes are scheduled approximately every seven weeks.  Click here for the group 

class schedule. 

Cost: $275  Includes five classes and all materials - book, handouts, and CD for practice and 

use during labor.

For more information on HypnoBirthing® and its founder, Marie Mongan, M.Ed, M.Hy., visit 

the Institute's website at www.hypnobirthing.com.

Trisha Stotler is a certified HypnoBirthing® Practitioner trained by 

Marie Mongan, M.Ed., M.Hy., creator of the HypnoBirthing® method and 

Director of the HypnoBirthing® Institute.