Hypno-WHAT?! Modern Hypnobirthing with Claire.

By: Claire Smith - Doula & Hypnobirthing Teacher
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  • Welcome to the Hypno-WHAT podcast! I'm Claire, a doula & hypnobirthing teacher from Edinburgh. I'm here to debunk a lot of the nonsense that surrounds Hypnobirthing for you because, let's be honest, it sounds like crap.

    But what if I told you it was actually like Sports Psychology for birth... would you think it was a bit less weird? Hypnobirthing simply acknowledges the impact that your brain has on the unfolding of birth.

    It's less vagina-whispering and more learning how your body works; helping you to really believe in yourself and the amazing capabilities of your pregnant body.

    The aim of my work is to help you to feel informed & in control; prepared for whatever route your birth may take; confident in your decision-making; setting you up for a really positive post-natal period with your new plus-one.

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Episodes
  • S3E1 How to have a Hypnobirth
    Sep 29 2023

    Today we're exploring the idea of 'having a hypnobirth'; what the stereotypical idea of a hypnobirth is and how useful I think that is! Spoiler - I don't think a hypnobirth is a thing.


    If you have found listening to The Hypno-WHAT Podcast helpful, I would really appreciate it if you could take a couple of minutes to rate & review the show. It tells the podcast gods & goddesses that you are enjoying the show and helps it reach more people, spreading the good word of birth far & wide!


    If you are enjoying the soothing sound of Scotland in your ears as your relax during pregnancy, you can now buy more of my hypnobirthing mp3s on my online shop. They are a bargain £4 each and cover topics such as anxiety, confidence building, fear release & preparing to breastfeed. Check it out here!


    The Hypno-WHAT Podcast now has it's own instagram page! Give it a follow here to keep track of new episodes as they come out! And if you want to have a nosy at what Claire is up to you can find me here.



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hypno-what-modern-hypnobirthing-with-claire/donations

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    20 mins
  • SUMMER SCHOOL Ep 6: Three Distractions for Labour
    Aug 14 2023

    Welcome to Summer School! Summer holidays can be hectic; kids off school and generally life is just busier with holidays, weddings etc. But you still want to try and squeeze in some birth prep?! I hear you! My summer school episodes will be a maximum of 15 minutes long, hopefully meaning you can cram them at some point.


    Episode 6 in the series explores three different distractions for labour: TENS machines, cold flannels & physical touch.


    The Hypno-WHAT Podcast now has it's own instagram page! Give it a follow here to keep track of new episodes as they come out! And if you want to have a nosy at what Claire is up to you can find me here.


    Check out my website to download my guided relaxation tracks, all priced at £4, or to get yourself booked in for private birth prep with me - available online or face to face in Edinburgh & the surrounding.



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hypno-what-modern-hypnobirthing-with-claire/donations

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    11 mins
  • SUMMER SCHOOL Ep 5: How Does Labour Start?
    Aug 11 2023

    Welcome to Summer School! Summer holidays can be hectic; kids off school and generally life is just busier with holidays, weddings etc. But you still want to try and squeeze in some birth prep?! I hear you! My summer school episodes will be a maximum of 15 minutes long, hopefully meaning you can cram them at some point.


    Episode 5 in the series looks at the different ways your labour might begin.


    The Hypno-WHAT Podcast now has it's own instagram page! Give it a follow here to keep track of new episodes as they come out! And if you want to have a nosy at what Claire is up to you can find me here.


    Check out my website to download my guided relaxation tracks, all priced at £4, or to get yourself booked in for private birth prep with me - available online or face to face in Edinburgh & the surrounding.



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hypno-what-modern-hypnobirthing-with-claire/donations

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

    Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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    15 mins

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Really useful and easily accessible

I was recommended to find a hypnobirthing podcast by my midwife as a way to see if it was something I might find useful. I'm so glad I found this one. Claire is great, everything is so well explained and relatable. I'm only a few episodes in but already know I will be using what I learn and continuing to follow this podcast. Also recommend finding Claire on Instagram too as she posts and shares some great info there too.

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fabulous informative snippets

listened to all episodes straight through. I've learned so much already. gorgeous accent too ❤

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Very informative and engaging

I am absolutely loving this! Claire is very accessible, relaxed and engaging. Concepts are all very well explained, she can make anything simple and clear. Big confidence boost! Thank you Claire!

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Engaging, informative and accessible for all!

I never write reviews but I really want to say thank you to Claire for recording this fabulous podcast!
I was initially very skeptical of hypnobirthing but Claire put me at ease straight away with well researched, evidence-based theory and practical advice. She is intelligent but supportive and fun to listen to, non-judgmental and it helps that she has a beautiful accent!
Highly recommend.

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Best podcast out of many

Claire is great, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to these podcasts. She explains not just what to do but the why and the science behind it!

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