Before getting pregnant I was set on having an epidural when I one day had a baby. But once I found out we were expecting I began researching more and more. I decided that I wanted a natural birth. We found Amanda and took her hypnobirthing class. It gave my husband and I so much information about labor and the events that took place after. We both felt so confident about our decisions after finishing the classes.  

I woke up Friday morning at around 0530 and knew that something was different........

 
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I hope that you can find what you're looking for and information to assist in building your birth journey. Here you will discover what I provide through doula services and education with HypnoBirthing classes. 

Having a baby is a very special occasion. It should be filled with love, good support and positive surroundings. It is a time of joyous celebration as you prepare to welcome your new little one into this world and your family. It is my desire to empower women to trust their bodies as they journey through the birthing process by creating a foundation of education and support.
    

Too many women approach the delivery of their baby with fear. Yet every day, women all over the world give birth then continue on with their daily work with their newborn strapped tightly to their chest. What are they doing differently? What are we missing with all of our medical advances? There is a better way for us to give birth. After all, birth is a natural part of life. Let's explore where and how to begin.

  
Getting started....
 
 Read & Research! There are a bunch of great books about birth and your options.
Go to my recommended reading link to find some great suggestions.

Put together your birth team!

Hiring a doula to help you make informed decisions.  Advocating and encouraging you to ask questions about anything that would come up. As well as providing physical and emotional support not only for the birthing mother but for the father as well.

Take a childbirth class!
 
Through education many of our fears can be diminished.

The hospital offers a 3 day class. 

HypnoBirthing classes. Find out more about this method on this site to see how it would be a great fit for you.
 
Last but definately not least,
Nutrition, exercise, and good posture will help you to avoid a handful of issues that could arise in pregnancy, especially in the 3rd trimester. You can research the informational articles about these suggestions.

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