When is the best time to start childbirth classes?

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Unless you’re already in labor, you’ve come to the right place to get a handle on the ideal time to begin your HelloBirth hypnobirthing classes. Most of our educators are offering classes in our standard 4-week format: once per week for 4 weeks consecutively for 3 hours each week. An ideal time to begin classes…

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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…

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How do I decide which childbirth class to take?

Whether you’re an expectant parent or a doula looking to expand your reach, read on to uncover a greater insight into which childbirth classes to take (or which childbirth educator training to join)! 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…

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What you need to know to be a successful childbirth educator

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…

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Hypnobabies vs HypnoBirthing

hypnobabies vs hypnobirthing

(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)…

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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.…

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Hypnobirthing vs Lamaze: which should you teach as a birth instructor?

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How to choose between two of the most popular birth educator courses available If you’ve been a birth pro for awhile, you probably know most of the “brand names” available for childbirth educator training. Choosing between teaching Lamaze classes or hypnobirthing classes may already be on your radar. We’re going to give you a quick…

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Doula business plan example

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Is a doula business plan necessary? It all depends on how you look at it. There are easily a half-a-dozen different approaches to getting started with your doula business, such as registering with an established doula volunteer program, setting up a sole proprietorship, or joining a doula agency. And there’s no one right way of…

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Can hypnobirthing help with prodromal labor?

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How long will it take to get this baby out?! For most of us who experience pregnancy, especially if it’s for the first time, we just want to know what labor will feel like and how long it will last. You may have heard or read a variety of descriptions in regard to the phases…

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Is it better to become a doula or a hypnobirthing instructor first?

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Dreaming of becoming a doula? We’re so glad you stopped by HelloBirth! We know you must have a lot of questions about how to become a doula. Our top recommendation for doula training is Doula Trainings International (DTI). Through their full-spectrum online training, you can complete a semester of self-paced coursework, plus live training calls…

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Can I learn hypnobirthing on my own?

can i learn hypnobirthing on my own

Hey, hypnobirthing hopefuls! Asking the question: can I learn hypnobirthing on my own is a great one because it rolls several commonly asked questions into one. 1) Can I listen to hypnobirthing tracks on YouTube and is that considered “doing hypnobirthing?” (Answer: Maybe) 2) Can I do a hypnobirthing course online? (Answer: Yes) 3) Do…

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Are hypnobirthing classes worth it?

are hypnobirthing classes worth it

What should you invest in birth preparation? It may seem a little ridiculous to land on a hypnobirthing class site to find an answer to the question: are hypnobirthing classes worth it. But we are glad you’re here and hope that we can help you find out! HelloBirth’s mission is to help ease the birth…

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