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What does natural birth mean? 5 key insights

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One of the ways our approach at HelloBirth stands out from other options is the way we frame natural birth. So what does natural birth mean for you and your care team? If you ask major health organizations, you’ll be looking through various lenses. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines “normal birth” as a spontaneous…

How do I decide which childbirth class to take?

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If you’re considering training to become a childbirth educator, we’ve put together some of the most frequently asked questions to help you better understand your options. You’re probably here because you’re gravitating towards hypnobirthing childbirth education. Maybe you’re confused about the differences between the various programs available. If that’s the case, we’d also invite you…

What you need to know to be a successful childbirth educator

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Getting ready for the birth of a baby involves plenty of unknowns, especially if it will be the first time. Although some folks decide to “go with the flow” of the healthcare system, most people have a need for some form of preparation. While doulas (childbirth assistants) can offer some education, prenatal visits are not…

Hypnobabies vs HypnoBirthing

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(What’s the difference? This question is one that consumers and experts alike are asking frequently. To help answer the question of Hypnobabies vs HypnoBirthing, we’ll cover the major differences between the two predominant programs. More importantly, we’ll go ahead and share the secrets about why we created HelloBirth as a unique form of hypnobirthing: 1)…

30 positive affirmations for pregnancy: go into your labor with more focus and less anxiety

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Looking for positive labor and delivery quotes to post up in your birthing space? The HelloBirth Positive Pregnancy & Birth Affirmations are just the ticket! The way we approach affirmations for pregnancy is that they are a useful way to identify what’s most important to you. If a pregnancy or birth affirmation resonates, it can…

5 reasons your childbirth educator certification and training should include hypnobirthing

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Completing a childbirth educator certification is appealing to many, doulas and non-doulas alike. But should you go with a big name like Lamaze? Do you really need a certification to find a childbirth educator job? How can I help people feel truly prepared and able to carry what they learned into their birth experience? Read…

10 of our best tips to market your hypnobirthing business and attract your first clients

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Learning how to market your hypnobirthing business and attract your first clients takes time, patience and hard work. But it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Get your childbirth education business off to a solid start with HelloBirth’s top 10 tips. #1 Attracting your first hypnobirth clients can be as easy as picking up the phone…

Secrets of learning a breathing technique for labor: how hypnobirthing helps to ease contractions

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Why breathing in labor is easier (and harder) than you think Learning to implement a breathing technique for labor seems simple enough. Most of us have probably seen at least one depiction of someone having a contraction with closed eyes, a relaxed face, and breathing deeply. Maybe even appearing to enjoy their labor! We’ve pretty…

5 reasons birth doulas should consider learning hypnobirthing

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Is hypnobirthing a useful skill for doulas? Yes! Here’s why. Researching how to become a birth doula? Doula work has become a prominent field in the last 5 years and that’s really exciting! Well-trained doulas make a huge impact on improving healthcare outcomes. There are a variety of ways to act in the doula role.…

Free doula business checklist

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Becoming a birth doula requires a lot more than just practicing hip squeezes and counter pressure with your clients! Of course you have to find those clients willing to receive your hip squeezes in the first place! At HelloBirth we’re passionate about providing a supportive community for our hypnobirthing instructors. And we know so many…