HYPNOSIS HAVEN SPECIAL DIGEST
I THOUGHT I WAS HYPNOTIZED! My experience with Hypnosis and Childbirth Hypnosis for Labor and Birth has been around for many years. It has been proven to be an effective way to have a pain-free birthing experience for mothers. With Hypnosis and Guided Imagery, it is possible to have a wonderful pregnancy, labor and birth. This is the story of how I experienced birth thinking I was hypnotized...
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WITH GRACE & EASE- 2 GUIDED IMAGERY AND PREGNANCY - 7 HYPNOSIS AND CHILDBIRTH FOR YOU - 10
By Susana Padilla-Burns, Consulting Hypnotist Certified Hypnotherapist Therapeutic Imagery Master
With Grace & Ease HOW HYPNOSIS HELPED ME WITH THE PAINS OF BIRTH
This story begins about six years ago, when I was pregnant with my second child, The pregnancy and birth of the first one, thirteen years prior, had been such a harrowing experience that I had decided I wouldn't have another child again - BUT IF I DID.... It would be as natural as possible, with hypnosis and a midwife.
During the last trimester of the pregnancy I found an article online that recommended I should see a hypnotherapist before attempting to do a natural birth. It stated that the breathing cycles women can fall into during labor sometimes trigger traumatic memories from their own birth and delivery. I knew from repeated stories my mother would share, that she had been induced after a day and night of labor, so I knew the chance for trauma could be there. I looked online for a hypnotherapist I felt I could speak with freely and get the clarification I needed. The Hypnotherapist I selected had a home office near my home, and was trained in some specialties that appealed to me, so I booked my first session.
"Of course you can do it!"
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When I arrived at her home office, I was immediately taken by the view she had from her hilltop home. The wind stirring up bugambilia petals between the gate and I. She came from behind that gate and I had a good sense about her. I knew I'd be able to speak with her. During the session we spoke about a few things I had heard about Hypnosis, what I thought it was, and she explained to me how and why it would work. She did a progressive relaxation, and during the time I was in hypnosis, she said I would be able to give birth with "grace and ease", and she went on with more positive suggestions. It felt great relaxing in her chair and hearing such wonderful affirmations. When it was over, just as I was leaving, I asked about Hypnosis for Childbirth and she repeated to me, "you'll do just fine, you will give birth with grace and ease.", only this time, she placed her arm on my shoulder when she said it. I was happy.
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I didn't continue any more sessions
The chanting helped and eventually it
with her for my pregnancy, as far as I
was time to get in the tub.
knew, I HAD ALREADY DONE IT! This
This was it. time to deliver with
was all I needed to do.
"grace and ease".
She didn't tell me there were more sessions to do for Birth and Hypnosis.
It was quiet that morning. During the Imagery and meditations I was doing through the pregnancy,
For the remainder of my pregnancy I continued with my meditations, communicating with the child through Imagery and going within. I was practicing the "Leboyer Method" of chanting for a joyous birth, all the while keeping in mind
I asked my son, "where would you like to arrive? The Birth center, or at home?" and it was through images that I saw what he wanted and I created it as best as I could. Outside. Under a canopy and my favorite tree.
her suggestion.., I thought I was doing fine, I was "I can do this. I will deliver my baby with grace and ease".
pushing when I was told to, I was breathing, thinking of all the things I'd learned ... and I honestly had my
When the night came that my water
moments of doubt.
broke, I wasn't sure what was
I had remembered an African proverb
happening. The previous delivery had
about birth that said, "the entire village
been via a cesarean and under various medications so I didn't know
can walk you to the bridge, but you alone must cross it".
what it felt like, I only knew that at that moment, something was moving within me.
There was hesitation, but as the baby came, and I felt the sensations of birth, I knew I had no choice but to keep
As the contractions came, I chanted
going.
and "rode the wave" of movement as
It took a few pushes, but my son was
my son prepared to descend.
born just as I had envisioned.
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Years passed, and once again I found myself pregnant. In the time since the birth of my son in 2012 and this pregnancy, I had become a Certified Hypnotherapist myself. While at school, I came to find out that I hadn’t actually been hypnotized for the birth of my son. During my clinical residency I learned about suggestibility and the ways people accept information that is given to them. When women are pregnant, they are naturally in a more "suggestible" state, meaning that they are more likely to believe what they are told, especially from someone in a place of authority. If the Hypnotherapist told me with such assurance that I was going to do fine, and deliver with "grace and ease", then that's all I needed to know.
I STUDIED HYPNOSIS, LEARNED HYPNOTHERAPY, MASTERED IMAGERY AND BECAME CERTIFIED IN BIRTH & HYPNOSIS.
This isn't how it works for everyone, but everyone is suggestible. It just so happened that she "anchored" in the confidence when she put her hand on my shoulder and she knew exactly how to speak to me so I could deliver the baby without a doubt.Â
Pain, however, was managed by the chanting.
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While studying the Birth and Hypnosis Certification course developed for members of the American Hypnosis Association, I was also putting together a course for Imagery and Pregnancy. In the last year I spent some time listening to the fears and doubts that so many pregnant women have. So many mothers of all ages that felt doubt, lack of confidence, disconnect from their child within, pressure from in-laws or their partner, challenges with Gestational Diabetes, identifying as a mother, needles and repetitive lab work, waiting for test results, overcoming apprehensions of hospitals or Drs., smoking Cessation, worry about a VBAC, nursing, exercise, self-care and so much more.
I developed the Imagery for Pregnancy just for these Mothers-to-be.
Therapeutic Guided Imagery is a method of creating a visual setting within the mind to allow for the subconscious mind to communicate with the conscious mind. It happens in a relaxed setting where you are completely relaxed and aware of what’s going on - both around you and within you. During an Imagery Session you can speak to answer questions, share what you’ve come to know or remain silent if preferred.
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Guided Imagery & Pregnancy “You can’t have Imagery without Hypnosis and you can’t have Hypnosis without Imagery.” - Dr. J.Kappas
Every pregnancy is different and not every family has the same dynamic, which is why the sessions are held in private and not in a group setting. The Imagery & Pregnancy Sessions are designed to help Mothers-to-be in the specific challenges they may be experiencing. With these mental journeys, the client can gain confidence, control, connection, and whatever else it is she needs to experience a joyful time in her womanhood. Whether mental, physical or emotional, Guided Imagery can help. It is a wonderful method of recovering from any doubts and establishing a calm inner peace (that will be essential and helpful as the baby grows). Sessions are available in person at Healthy Weighs Wellness Center in Brookfield, CT as well as on Skype.
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Hypnosis / Guided Imagery First session - $225 This is a 90 minute session that goes more in depth about how hypnosis works, and how it will be applied to the presenting client. I will establish what is referred to as “hypnotic depth” which is like a foundation for moving forward with the next sessions. The client will receive a recording of the hypnotic portion of the session as well as a recording for reinforcement. This is for them to listen to at anytime between sessions and it is theirs to download.
Subsequent sessions - $185 Sessions are anywhere from 50-60 min The client will receive a recording of the
CERTIFIED SPECIALTIES WITH AMERICAN HYPNOSIS ASSOCIATION
Certified Hypnotherapist Hypnosis & ADD / ADHD Hypnosis & Pain Management Hypnosis & Tinnitus Hypnosis & PTSD Hypnosis & Cancer Hypnosis & Weight Loss Hypnosis for Childbirth MASTER CERTIFICATION Therapeutic Imagery Master EDUCATION Hypnosis Motivation Institute, Tarzana, CA AWARDS Academic Achievement 2016 Directors Award 2016 Honors Award 2016
hypnotic portion of the session as well as a recording for reinforcement. This is for them to listen to at anytime between sessions and it is theirs to download.
Salon Session - contact for price The Salon Session is more of an open conversation to get an idea of the clients perspective and disposition to the presenting challenge. Sessions are generally 2 to 3 hours and include Hypnosis/Imagery. Presurgery Hypnosis - Smoking cessation available with this session.
AFFILIATIONS AHA - American Hypnosis Association Hypnotherapists Union 472 AFL-CIO OPEIU NGH - National Guild of Hypnotists LANGUAGES English, Spanish SOCIAL INVOLVEMENT Ronald McDonald House
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Hypnosis For Six sessions - $995 (Payment in 2 or 3 installments optional)
EMOTIONAL BENEFITS
The sessions are private and are held over six weeks. The mom-to-be will come in at 27-32 weeks. She will need to bring her supporting birth partner to the 5th session
Self-Esteem Gain optimism Learn to trust Release anger
Hypnosis and Imagery Groups
$20-$45
Schedule and topics coming soon.
Hypnosis/Imagery Sessions Package Sessions purchased 3 or more at a time will be charged at $150 each. DETAILS No discount on the first session. Constant special pricing Clients from Danbury/Brookfield School District receive a 10% discount.
MENTAL BENEFITS
Master Concentration Overcome Apprehensions Find Stress Relief Improve Perspective PHYSICAL BENEFITS
Weight Management Pain Management Smoking Cessation Improved Healing Time
Salon Sessions: Session requires appointment prepayment of 50% which is non-refundable. Booking is a full day in office, 4-7 pm. Will become available in April, 2018 All clients receive an “After and Between” pdf with - Links to recording of session hypnosis - Links for reinforcing recordings - Personalized “mantras”, affirmations or mottos derived from session - Information relevant to clients hypnotic Suggestibility - Mental exercises - Dream therapy notes
"You use hypnosis not as a cure but as a means of establishing a favorable climate in which to learn..” Milton H. Erickson
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Hypnosis & Birth Studies have shown that Hypnosis is an effective way to give birth without the use of pain medication. Giving birth without medication allows for the mother to bond with the newborn with clarity and no chemical "disconnect". Hypnosis is used to help women gain a sense of control during their birth experience. It can help the woman, calmly go through the contractions, control her responses to labor, and give birth joyfully. While relaxed, the body naturally releases endorphins, muscles are relaxed and birth can occur with greater ease. Recovery time and healing is faster. For more information visit www.Hypnosis-Haven.com To schedule a session call (203)775-1819
Susana Padilla-Burns, CH
Owner, Hypnosis Haven Consulting Hypnotist Guided Imagery Master Hypnosis-Haven.com Susana@Hypnosis-Haven.com