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Clinic Locations and FAQsBirthBody is Debra Sequoia's HypnoBirth Practice“Top 10 Hypnotherapists” Independent on Sunday London: Muswell Healing Arts - in the Heart of Muswell Hill, Haringey, North London Norfolk: Inner Space - in the Heart of Norwich, Norfolk For information and appointments for Norfolk or London clinics, please phone Debra Click here to view map Muswell Hill, London 169 Avenue Mews Muswell Hill London N10 3NN www.muswellhealingarts.com Consulting Rooms are located at 169 Avenue Mews, Muswell Hill, London N10 3NN – previously, Muswell Healing Arts Complementary Health Centre Avenue Mews is off Queens Avenue at the Muswell Hill Broadway Roundabout We are located around the corner from Muswell Hill Library. Situated above the shop ’DIVA”, our entrance is in Avenue Mews. We are around the corner from Muswell Hill Library and behind Carphone Warehouse off of the Muswell Hill Broadway roundabout. Nearest Underground Stations and Buses: East Finchley and 102 bus Finsbury Park and W7 bus Highgate and 43 or 134 bus Buses stopping at Muswell Hill Broadway: 43, 102, 134, 144, 234, 299, W 7 Pay and Display Parking: Odeon Cinema Street Parking. Check restrictions Summerland Gardens behind Marks and Spencers Street Parking: Please note restrictions - enforced at all hours Some streets have Pay & Display bays – check hours Parking Restrictions: The empty lot in Avenue Mews is owned by the council and is not for public parking. They clamp cars parked there within minutes. Parking wardens rigorously patrol the parking in Muswell Hill. Please note signs- we do not which to see your car ticketed, clamped or removed InnerSPACE 8 Maude Gray Court St Benedicts Street, Norwich NR2 4PA Click here to view map What is Hypnobirth? Birth Preparation sessions that include Hypnosis. Sessions cover birth preparation, breathing, relaxation, self-hypnosis and visualization. What is the difference between HypnoBirth and Hypnobirthing Hypnobirth is short hand for hypnosis for childbirth. The term Hypnobirthing is trasdemarked by Marie Mongan of the Hypnobirthing Institute in America. Are you a Hypnobirthing Practitioner While I have completed the Hypnobirthing training - one of a number of approaches I trained in - I don't choose to run that program. As a fully qualified Hypnotherapist with over 15 years experience and with training as an Active Birth teacher, I prefer to tailor preparation to women and couples individually. I am however a registered Hypnobirthing Fertility Therapist - we work with women and couples on an individual basis. Does my partner/husband have to have to attend? It's up to you and your birth partner to decide to whether you both attend your group or individual preparation sessions. For individual sessions you can choose to come to some sessions on your own and others together. Some women come to the first session on their own then bring their partner/husband/doula to later sessions. Others come to all of the sessions. I'd like individual sessions. How Many Sessions will I need to attend? The number of sessions depends on a number of factors, including: What you're birth plans are. What other preparations you are doing, what experience you have with meditation, relaxation, self hypnosis and visualization. s well as how you ordinarily deal with stress. It may be an idea to attend a Free Consultation or Free Information session to discuss these matters. Are there any side-effects to using hypnosis? After listening to hypnotic relaxations people often report feeling: calm, relaxed, even re-energized. It depends on the focus of your session. Some people experience an increase in dreams and dream recall. What Professional bodies and Associations are you registered with? I am a Member of: How long have you been in Practice?. I have been in practice since 1992 when I qualified as a Hypnotherapist. In 2006 I became a qualified Hypno-Psychotherapist. I am currently preparing for registration with United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy -UKCP (UK) United Kingdom Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) as a UKCP registered Hypno-Psychotherapist. Do you have any other experience in Psychotherapy? I completed the Minster Centre's Foundation in Integrative Pschotherapy and Counselling. Why have you chosen to develop this approach? I experienced the benefits of combining hypnosis and active birth in 1986 when I was preparing for my second birth. I was amazed how different the experience was compared to my first pregnancy and birth. I decided that I would undertake the necessary trainings in order to help other women and couples. Can I pay by credit card? Payment is by cash or cheque at the appointment. If you prefer, you can pay for your appointment using PayPal. Please ensure payment is in place prior to appointment. Please use the button at the bottom of the page to pay using Paypal What is BirthBody? BirthBody is a mind-body preparation approach to pregnancy and birth. Why do you use the term BirthBody? BirthBody is a metaphor for your body’s amazing ability to give birth. BirthBody is based on your body’s physiology - what’s inside and how it works, BirthBody is a state of mind-body that you can experience before birth begins. What is the BirthBody approach? This approach is based upon your body’s birth physiology. What’s inside, how it works, and how you can help it do it’s best. Physiology, combined with conscious and subconscious learning. Conscious skills and techniques include; * Active Birth, * Breathing, * Mental preparation natural pain relief, * Optimal foetal positioning and relaxation skills and techniques. Birth-Hypnosis allows subconscious learning of your BirthBody state of mind-body. These are combined with the knowledge, skills and experiences that you have already acquired. Why do BirthBody sessions include relaxation and hypnosis? Your ability to relax will help reduce pain caused by tension. Birth-Hypnosis offers a deeper mind-body relaxation and enables you to experience the state of mind you are likely to experience during birth. You cannot practice giving birth, but you can practice being in the state of mind that helps you to give birth with the support of your body’s natural pain relief. Women who are not familiar with this state of mind, may not recognise the deeper control that the hypnotic consciousness their BirthBody offers and may attempt to “pull” themselves Into more familiar conscious awareness. Can everyone experience hypnosis? Yes. Birth-Hypnosis is based upon your natural hypnotic ability. This is the natural state of mind-body that you experience during birth. In this state you are focused, alert, aware and calm. Most woman (and birth partners) find this a pleasant, relaxing state. What are the benefits of using hypnosis to prepare for birth? Some of the benefits of birth-hypnosis include: relaxation, altering your perception of time and pain, accessing the state of mind you are likely to experience during birth. Research and women’s experiences suggest that you may experience a shorter and less painful birth with birth-hypnosis. How is BirthBody different from programs based on hypnosis? In a program-based approach, you are learning the program and making it work for you. Some programs rigidly rely on hypnotic techniques that may not be suitable for you. This approach starts with you - what you already know and have already experienced and we build upon that. You learn additional information and skills that are based on your natural ability and individual needs. What’s the difference between group and private BirthBody sessions? Group sessions include group and paired discussion to explore your concern sand your hopes and fears. While there is less focus on your individual concerns, there is the chance to share with and learn from others. In private sessions, the focus is entirety on you (and your birth partner), your baby and your pregnancy and birth. Your first session will include more time for us to explore your concerns and your hopes and fears. Also, if you have one, we will review your birth plan. Your first session begins with discussing your hopes, your concerns, your worries and fears. We will then begin to reduce your worry and fear with information and relaxation, combined with the knowledge, skills and experiences that you already have inside you. You will learn about your BirthBody - your body’s physiology What goes on inside your body, how the birth process works and how you can help it do its best. You will experience a series of exercises, which will assess your relaxation response and help us discover your natural hypnotic ability. If you are interested, you can then learn how to experience and use birth-hypnosis. This enables you to access the state of mind you are in during birth; a calm, focused, alert and aware state. What happens in subsequent BirthBody sessions? Subsequent sessions will follow a similar pattern - building your understanding of your BirthBody, deepening your relaxation response and increasing your hypnotic ability with birth-hypnosis in anticipation of contractions and your body’s birth process. After an initial session (group or private), you can continue to attend private sessions, each of which will include a deepening of your understanding of your BirthBody - your body’s physiology - what’s inside and how it works and additional things that you can do to help it do its best. You will practice your BirthBody awareness along with mental preparation and visualisation to create a mental rehearsal of birth. Each subsequent session will include relaxation, self-hypnosis and a birth-hypnosis session which is taped; offering you the chance to practice outside of sessions, both self- hypnosis and birth-hypnosis with your individually created hypnosis tape. You will also be able to borrow books from the BirthBody lending library. Are the skills I’ll be learning just for pregnancy and birth? No. Although the focus of BirthBody session is to prepare you for birth, the mental preparation and relaxation skills you learn will last a lifetime. After your baby’s birth, your relaxation skills will help you (and your partner) and your baby to be calm. If you choose to breast feed your baby, your relaxation can aid breastfeeding. You will learn techniques to help you feel rested even if you experience broken sleep - a common complaint of new parents. How many sessions will I attend? The number of sessions attended is up to you. You will be given feedback and suggestions to help you decide. Ideally, you will attend session until you feel confidant and ready for birth. The number of sessions depends upon a number of factors. Some factors for include: what you already know, the kind of birth you are aiming for, your previous experience(s) of pregnancy and birth, how much fear you are experiencing, your desire to use or avoid medicated pain relief, where you are giving birth, who will be with you and other individual needs. What is the average number of sessions women attend? Most women will get the skills and experiences they need in three sessions. Individual factors may mean that you attend fewer or more sessions. I’ve been doing other preparation; can I still use this approach? Yes. This approach starts with you - what you already know and have already experienced and we build upon that. How late can I be to come to a BirthBody session? Come to sessions at any stage. Even a single session just before (or even after) your due date can help you feel more ready for birth. Can I come to sessions on my own? Yes. You can attend some or all of your sessions on your own. Can I bring my partner, birth partner or Doula with me? Yes. You can attend sessions with your partner / birth partner or Doula or both. It can be a good idea for the person (or people) who will be with you to attend one or more sessions. What if I don’t want a natural birth?Can I still use this approach? Yes. This approach supports the choices that you (and your partner) decide are best for you and your baby. If I have decided to: have an epidural, caesarean section or use pain relief, is there any point using this approach? No matter what kind of birth experience you are aiming for, it’s good to be prepared for something different. The skills that you learn will prepare you to keep calm and in control, whatever your experience. You and your baby will start to enjoy the benefits of relaxation as soon as you begin. After your baby’s birth, your relaxation skills will help you be a calm parent. I have been using another hypnosis programme for birth, but I don’t feel as confident as I had hoped. Is there any point coming to a BirthBody session? Definitely. We will review and add to the information, skills and techniques that you have already learned to ensure that you feel more confidant and in control. We will also make sure that you experience your natural hypnotic ability. If you want a tape to practice with, we will book either a two hour single session unless you choose to attend more than one. What are the benefits of using this approach? The main benefit of using this approach is that you will be active and involved each step along the way. When you are doing everything within your control, you are more likely to have a positive experience of birth, whatever the outcome. It is impossible to predict what your own experience will be. How will I use what I learn during the birth? You will have learned skills and techniques that you may find helpful during your birth process. You will be encouraged to listen to your BirthBody, trust your self and your instincts. When you experience your birth process you will use your conscious awareness, responding to how you feel, moving and breathing into comfort and relaxation. When you drift inside your BirthBody, you experience your subconscious learning and access a deeper control - the part of you that knows what to do. Some women work together with their partner/birth partner/doula. Some women report listening to their tapes during their birth process - on the way to hospital, when they need to rest or when they lose focus. Some women go inside themselves. What feedback do you get from people who come to BirthBody sessions? Some of the feedback received from women: * Less fear, * Feeling more relaxed. * Surprised to find that they can relax. * Feeling calmer. * Experiencing better sleep. * Feeling more positive about the birth. * Looking forward to holding their baby. * Knowing what questions to ask hospital staff. * More confident about standing up for what they want. * Finding the strength needed to cope with contractions. * Breathing their babies out. * More in control. * The baby seems really calm. Here are some of the things women have reported: “I think the preparation we did really made a difference”, “I just went with the contractions and it was fine”. “It was just like I imaged”. “It was as if my body took over and my mind just got out of the way”. “I used the birth ball a lot, I really lost myself in the rhythmic rocking”. “I felt in control, and when it got on top of me, I just knew what to do”. “All I used was gas and air”. “I was induced and found your recordings more or as effective as the Tens machine. I used them the same way as the Tens - during contractions”. “I actually could have done it without the epidural; next time I will do without one”. “When they suggested induction, we tried some of the alternatives, and I managed to get going again”. “The midwives said that I would need something to help with the strength of (induced) contractions, but I just went inside my BirthBody, into that hypnotic state, and I was fine”. “It was hard not to focus on the needle and the IV, but I did my breathing, did some self hypnosis and I coped better than I thought I would”. “The midwives said that they didn’t know how I was managing (posterior labour) without any intervention for so long”. “I don’t know how I would have coped with the placement of the epidural without my self-hypnosis”. “The birth wasn’t how I was hoping, but the minute I saw him I was filled with relief, we were fine and I could get on with the next stage, being a mum”. “We were disappointed when the baby didn’t turn, but we knew that we had done all we could to help her turn, so we were more accepting, disappointed, but accepting of the caesarean”. “We were so pleased to have avoided a second c-section, we all just kept calm with breathing and I did some visualisation to get into a really deep hypnotic state- the midwives said it obviously helped”. “This baby is just so chilled out. I’m sure all that relaxing has made a difference.” What kinds of people come to BirthBody Preparation sessions? There really is no typical sort of people attending BirthBody sessions. Most women are first time mothers, though sometimes women attend sessions if their previous birth was not what they hoped it would be. Often women have worries and fears that are keeping them from enjoying their pregnancies. Some women describe themselves as naturally tense. Some women or partners have specific phobias or fears. Some women (and birth partners) are worried about the pain of contractions. Some women seek out an approach based on birth-hypnosis anticipating an easier time. Sometimes a friend or health professional recommends birth-hypnosis /BirthBody sessions. Some women have detailed birth plans, or strong ideas about what they want (or don’t want) while others take a ‘wait and see’ approach. If a woman or her baby has a condition or problem that dictates a certain type of birth (that they might not otherwise choose), some women decide to do some preparation to make sure it is a positive start. Some women have previously had a caesarean birth and want to experience a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC). Some women come back again because their preparations with birth-hypnosis made a real difference and they want to make use of it again. |
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