Birth isn’t just a physical experience; it’s a deeply mental and emotional one too. The way you prepare your mind can have a huge impact on how you feel during labour and beyond.

In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I share 7 powerful ways to prepare your mind for birth so you can approach your baby’s arrival with calm, confidence, and trust in your body.

We’ll cover: ✨ Why knowledge is power in birth ✨ How to reframe negative beliefs and replace them with positive ones ✨ The importance of relaxation techniques and daily practice ✨ The role of visualisation in creating confidence ✨ How your support team impacts your mindset ✨ Managing the “what ifs” so you feel prepared for anything ✨ Using affirmations to remind yourself of your strength

Along the way, I’ll share how positive birth stories (like those in my book The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories and here on the podcast) can transform your mindset, and why hypnobirthing tools are so effective for preparing mentally and emotionally.

Whether you’re a first-time parent or adding to your family, this episode will give you practical, encouraging steps to feel ready for birth.

🌸 Resources & Links

• 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services
• 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses
• ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here
• 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List
• 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here
• 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here
• 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest
• 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer
• ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

In this week’s episode, I chat with Katie, a new mum living in Surrey with her husband, baby, and dog. Katie shares her experience of pregnancy, going all the way to 43+6 before giving birth, and how hypnobirthing gave her the confidence to trust her body and instincts.

We talk about: ✨ Navigating the wait to 43+6 with calm and confidence ✨ How hypnobirthing supported Katie through pregnancy and birth ✨ Her reflections on how quickly time passes

Katie’s story is such a wonderful reminder of the power of preparation and trusting yourself during pregnancy and birth.

🌸 Resources & Links

• 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services
• 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses
• ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here
• 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List
• 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here
• 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here
• 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest
• 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer
• ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here

In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I’m sharing the incredible hormonal cocktail that makes labour and birth flow smoothly. From oxytocin (the love hormone) to endorphins (your natural pain relief), your body has the perfect recipe to keep you calm, manage sensations, and bond instantly with your baby.

Learn how simple things like privacy, safety, and dim lighting can boost these hormones and help your body do what it’s designed to do.

✨ Tune in to discover just how magical your birthing hormones really are.

• 🌸 Resources & Links

  • 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services
  • 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses
  • ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here
  • 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List
  • 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here
  • 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here
  • 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest
  • 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer
  • ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here