Hypnobirthing Classes
Next class: 6.30 - 9pm Tuesdays from 18th March - 15th April 2025 in Langwarrin
Where can I find hypnobirthing classes in Melbourne?
Group & private hypnobirthing classes are offered online via Zoom or face-to-face at a private venue in Langwarrin and at Lygon Therapy in Parkville. Enquiries and expressions of interest in specific times and dates are very welcome. Please contact Natalie for more info via opencirclewellbeing@gmail.com or (03) 5910 1103.
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Join us for a fun and interactive 3 or 5 week childbirth education course to learn about physiological birth and hands-on techniques for labour. Investment is $325/$525 per couple with early bird offer (materials included).
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What is hypnobirthing?
​Hypnobirthing is an evidence-based education program which teaches you and your birth partner how to navigate pregnancy, birth and beyond. It can help to prepare for a calm, positive experience by reducing stress which can overstimulate the nervous system, leading to tension and anxiety. These techniques support you to appreciate the power of instinctive birthing and bonding — benefits that can last a lifetime by encouraging secure attachment with your baby, strengthening your relationship, and developing positive parenting skills.
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What do we learn in the hypnobirthing classes?
​We practice:
• Breathing techniques and positions
• Positive visualisations and affirmations
• What to expect during labour and birth, and how your body and baby will work with you
• How to manage limiting beliefs or fears surrounding birth and parenting, particularly related to any past trauma​​
• How to self-advocate with healthcare providers and navigate the maternal healthcare system with greater confidence
• What you need to know about transitioning into the fourth trimester as new parents, including where to find support for your physical and emotional wellbeing
• How your partner and other family members can support you effectively throughout the perinatal period.
"We gained so much from the hypnobirthing classes. Such a positive experience, we learned a lot and had a relaxed environment to share experiences and ask questions. Natalie is highly knowledgeable about labour and birth but also the whole pregnancy journey. We gained invaluable practical advice about labour, plenty of reassurance and extremely helpful guidance for my husband on how to help during this time and post partum. I would highly recommend Open Circle Wellbeing to any pregnant woman and partner."
Annmarie
"Best decision we made. The birth of our first child was incredible, extremely speedy (under 4hours!) and everything I wanted it to be and more. I didn’t even realise I was in labour for half of it and I really think that hypnobirthing and Nat’s support helped with this. I was able to labour at home which is something I dreamed of and then made it to the hospital just in time to birth. I highly recommend Nat's hypnobirthing classes!"
Rachel
