HypnoBirthing® is as much a philosophy as it is a full-fledged childbirth education class containing an entire cache of practical, life-long tools.
It’s based on the belief that all babies should be born in an atmosphere of gentleness and peace and that severe discomfort does not need to be an accompaniment to the birthing process. That when a mother is prepared physically, mentally and emotionally, she can experience birth in a calm, joyful and much more comfortable manner. This class teaches and utilizes relaxation and breathing techniques as well as focusing on the bond between a mother, her birthing partner and their baby. Finally, HypnoBirthing brings a woman back to her own natural birthing instincts.
Strongly consider signing up around 24-28 weeks of one’s pregnancy, which allows for plenty of time for practice and contingency plans related to a missed class as each class is equally important to the program.
Taught by Kristen Olberz, RN, CH, HBCE, HBFS. For general information on HypnoBirthing® you may also visit www.HypnoBirthing.com
Classes are five 2.5 hours sessions and are held in NE Portland, in the Alberta Arts district, or at pod+kin on SE Belmont/38th.
Tuesdays 6:30-9P:
June 5, 12, 19, skip a week, July 3 and 10~open
July 17, 24, 31, August 7 and 14~open
Wednesdays 7-9:30P, at pod + kin:
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June 13, 20, 27, skip a week, July 11 and 18~full
July 25, August 1, 8, 15 and 22~open
Thursdays 6:30-9P:
June 7, 14, 21, skip a week, July 5 and 12~open
July 19, 26, August 2, 9 and 16~open
For more information, please email Kristen@PDXHypnoBirthing.com or call 503.502.6585, including fees and registration.