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The Bright Births Journal covers all things birth, from due dates to positive birth stories. Have a read, and let us know if there’s something you’d like us to cover.
Antenatal Classes vs Hypnobirthing: What's the Difference (and Do You Need Both)?
Two terms, endlessly confused, never properly explained. Let me sort this out for you.
Is Hypnobirthing Worth It? An Honest Answer (From Someone Who Was Sceptical)
Someone's mentioned hypnobirthing to you and now you're wondering: is this actually legit, or just expensive wishful thinking? I asked the same question.
The Truth About Hypnobirthing
Forget the crystals and the chanting — hypnobirthing is far more practical (and far less woo-woo) than you might think. At its core, it's a toolkit of breathing, relaxation and mindset techniques that help your body do what it's perfectly designed to do. Here are five things about hypnobirthing that every pregnant woman deserves to know.
My Hypnobirthing Journey
From sceptic to convert to qualified teacher — this is the story of how hypnobirthing completely transformed one woman's relationship with birth. Jem shares her pregnancy fears, her first hypnobirthing class (crystals very much not included), Maya's birth, and the moment she knew she had to share this with every pregnant woman she could find. The beginning of Bright Births.