On Health for Women The Power of Hypnobirthing with Kerry Tuschhoff
Aug 2, 2023
In this engaging conversation, Kerry Tuschhoff, founder of Hypnobabies and expert in hypnobirthing, shares her journey from experiencing challenging births to empowering others through calmer childbirth techniques. They discuss the impact of language on birth perceptions, emphasizing the importance of positive affirmations to reshape emotional responses. Kerry explains the distinct nature of therapeutic hypnosis, debunks myths, and highlights how mental preparation can support women during unexpected events. Her insights offer a refreshing perspective on embracing the birthing experience.
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Birth Trauma Sparked A New Method
- Kerry Tuschhoff describes two traumatic births that motivated HypnoBabies' creation and her search for better techniques.
- She transformed personal trauma into a childbirth education program combining hypnosis and practical preparation.
Reframe Words To Change Associations
- Use different language like 'birthing wave' or 'pressure wave' instead of 'contraction' to change emotional associations.
- Reframe words such as 'transition' and 'due date' to reduce fear and build positive expectations.
Subconscious Files Shape Birth Experience
- The subconscious stores layered 'file folders' of all birth stories and authority statements, shaping expectations and sensations.
- Hypnosis relaxes the 'critical faculty' so positive suggestions can create new subconscious files that alter birth experience.