hypnobirthing childbirth education class in eau claire wisconsin

HypnoBirthing®

HypnoBirthing® – The Mongan Method is as much a philosophy as it is a technique. The concept of HypnoBirthing® is not new, but rather a “rebirth” of the philosophy of birthing as it existed thousands of years ago and as it was recaptured in the work of Dr. Grantly Dick Read, an English obstetrician.

HypnoBirthing® is a tried and proven method that guides and prepares a person in giving birth in a peaceful and extraordinarily beautiful manner. It is a program that considers the psychological, as well as the physical, well-being of the birthing person, their birth partner, and the newborn, independent of context, whether that be in the quiet of a home, a hospital, or a birth center.

The HypnoBirthing® program is built around an educational process that includes special breathing, relaxation, visualization, meditative practice, attention to nutrition, and positive body toning. Most importantly it fosters an air of mutual respect for the birthing family, as well as the healthcare provider in a traditional healthcare system or an alternative setting.

  • If you have fear surrounding giving birth.

    Want a natural or unmedicated birth.

    Are planning a scheduled cesarean.

    Want a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC).

    Are pregnant and wanting a natural birth.

    Experienced a previous birth that was disappointing to traumatic.

    Want to take a prenatal class that doesn’t focus on pain and medications.

    Want to be more informed and prepared about what to expect on your birthing day.

    Are looking for ways for your partner to feel more involved and prepared to support you.

    Are wanting to make informed choices for your birth plan.

    Want to connect with your baby and learn about pre and post-birth parenting.

    Have an interest in life-altering techniques for reducing fear, tension, and pain.

  • Effective breathing techniques to use during pregnancy, labor, birth, and parenthood.

    Positions and relaxation techniques to support labor & birth

    Tools for your birth companion to support you throughout your birth

    How the birthing body works efficiently and effectively through the different stages of labor

    How stress, fear, and tension can affect the course of your birth and how to prevent it

    How to avoid induction and unnecessary or unwanted intervention

    What to consider for creating your birth preferences and effectively communicating your preferences with your care provider

    How to use affirmations, visualizations, and deepening to enhance the mind-body connection

    and so much more!

  • 5 weeks

    1 time per week for 2.5 hours

    Live virtual class via zoom

    Weekly emails

  • Official HypnoBirthing Materials including:

    HypnoBirthing Book by Marie Mongan

    Rainbow Relaxation recording and other relaxation recordings

    Bound Parent Handout Book including relaxation scripts, birth preferences template, affirmations and other exercises

    Weekly emails to keep you on track with your practice

    The most up-to-date evidence-based information on pregnancy and birth (so you can confidently make informed decisions for yourself and your baby).

    Support from your educator

    and so much more!

  • People love to take this class online. You are able to be in the coziness of your own home. This will give you the ability to start to visualize yourself in early labor or preparing for a home birth. You can eat dinner, cuddle with your older children and/or pets during the class. You also have the flexibility to take the course on the road.

    We also provide make up classes, which we would not be able to offer if this was not online.

  • If your insurance covers Childbirth Education classes we are more than happy to help you submit for reimbursement.

Upcoming Sessions:

2024

Sept 2nd-Sept 30th Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

Nov 4th-Dec 2nd Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

2025

Jan 6th- Feb 3rd Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

March 3rd-31st Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

May 5th-June 2nd Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

July 7th-Aug 4th Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

Sept 1st- 29th Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

Nov 3rd-Dec 1st Mondays 6-8:30pm CST

Classes fill quickly!

Investment: $350

Our fee includes the birthing person and their chosen support person and course materials. Classes are recorded if you would like to revisit the material or miss a class.

Cancellation Policy: Canceling your reservation 8 or more days in advance results in a 100% refund, minus a $50 administration fee. Canceling 0-7 days in advance results in no refund, although you may transfer your registration to a future offering of the same class, if available.