Hypno-birthing guides that are pro-pain relief

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Hello,

Anyone have any suggestions for any good books (or videos or courses) for hypno-birthing or other calming techniques that are not pushing one form of birth over another?

I know it's complex and there are many issues to weigh up but I believe an epidural is likely to be the right choice for me for a number of reasons. I know births in general and epidurals specifically don't always go to plan and even with an epidural there's still the initial phase of labour. Also, we can't rule out a caesarean, in which case calming techniques would also be helpful!

Anyone find any guides that are inclusive of different options rather than pushing "natural is the only way to go"?

Thanks!

not specific guides but for me everything I read about hb was about knowledge and empowering you and your body, whether that involves pain relief or not.

We did the Happy Parents Happy Baby antenatal classes which includes a module on hypnobirthing. The course also covers pain relief options and treats vaginal and abdominal births as equal.

The positive birth company's course is great and there's also a book 'the positive birth book' by the same lady, Siobhan Miller. Very much about choice and control.

I agree with this. The book is great and you can always pick and choose the chapters you read to find the ones most appropriate for you

Thanks for the replies everyone! That's much appreciated! I'll check them out...

Positive birth company digital course was cheap and informative.