The HypnoBirthing Collective

A process of becoming a mother- “Matrescence”

As you went through a process of becoming an adult as an adolescent, you will go through a process of becoming a mother as well. It has been known that the birth of a mother can be more intense than childbirth and that can be true for us who have been on this path.

The changes in the brain and body are massive during pregnancy. Also after baby arrives, your life will evolve.

It’s an incredible transformation that needs love, support, time and nurturing as you learn to accept a new version of you. This transformation can be very empowering and is on a much deeper level of evolution as we learn to become more of who we are at heart.

Post-partum is a continuum and a journey we continue to grow on. So embrace your feelings and experience🧡All are valid and all are part of an important process of life and love 🌿 Be kind to your unique and beautiful selves and embrace the magic of Matrescence ✨

Reintroducing Violet, our beautiful hypnobirthing educator💜She’s running the current hypnobirthing series!

Violet is a warm, empowering and knowledgeable educator. She is very passionate about educating parents as well as sharing resources and techniques to cope with challenges during birth.

Hypnobirthing techniques can support achieving a relaxing, satisfying and stress-free birth for you and your partner🌿
Let’s be educated, empowered and excited about birth and beyond ♡

Photos from a previous hypnobirthing session🧡

Our hypnobirthing course brings a great opportunity to connect, feel empowered and be educated for birth and onwards🌻

Studies show:
When a women feels relaxed, safe and supported throughout childbirth, there is a
✔️50% reduction in the Caesarian rate
✔️25% shorter labour
✔️60% reduction in epidural requests
✔️40% reduction in Syntocion use
✔️30% reduction in analgesia use
✔️40% reduction in forceps delivery

“Pregnancy and birth should be a couples greatest achievement, but their greatest fear”- hypnobirthing international.

Our next series of hypnobirthing course is starting on June 23rd!

Book a spot today via email [email protected]

One more week to go!
The next hypnobirthing course is starting on the 23rd of June🧡which is next Sunday🌻

We still have a few spots available😉 Book now to reserve your spot!!

Email: [email protected]

Needing breastfeeding support? 🤱
Did you know that 4 in 10 mothers stop breastfeeding by 6 months*, although most women intend to breastfeed at start?

Common reasons to cease breastfeeding include supply concerns, ni**le trauma, mastitis and painful feedings.

We have some natural products to support your breastfeeding journey 🌿

It will also be a great idea to get some help from a professional.

Check out Australian breastfeeding association. They have many resources and education for breastfeeding as well💛

*Healthdirect. (Aug 2018). Why 4 in 10 mothers stop breastfeeding by 6months.

Positive birth affirmation cards🤱

Having some affirmation will help you cultivate a kind, mindful self practice.

These cards include many great reminders for your birth. They will bring a sense of calm, reassurance and focus 😌🌸

There is a blank card which you can write your affirmation as well!

“No matter what path your birthing journey takes, you’re going in well prepared for your Best Birth” - by Best birth Co.

How do you prepare mentally for childbirth?🤱🌼
Here are some suggestions from us.

* Practice relaxation techniques like breathing, meditation and stretching.

* Educate yourself by taking birth class, reading books, listening to podcasts etc.

* Eat balanced meals. Lots of vegetables, protein and healthy fats.

* Have a supportive environment with family, friends and healthcare professionals that you trust and feel safe.

* Make mantras or positive affirmations that you can keep in mind during birth. Like “My mind and body is relaxed” “Each surge of my body brings my baby closer to me”

* Connect with other mums who have experienced childbirth. This will help you with gaining valuable insight into what you’re about to experience.

* Have a plenty of rest. Getting enough sleep and rest is important for preparing your body and mind for childbirth 🌿

* Go for a walk with your partner or friend. Moving your body is amazing for supporting your nervous system and physical body.

* being informed and flexible. Remember that birth is unpredictable. So be open to accept and change plans.

Let us know what you do to prepare mentally for giving birth💛

Colostrum is the first breastmilk that your baby receives.

• it is high in protein and low in fat
• High in antioxidant, antibodies and nutrients
• it costs the gut lining of your baby, protecting it from potentially harmful substances and allergens✨

• Your body start to make Colostrum from about 16 week of pregnancy🌼🍼

• It is present for the first few days after birth and aids in emptying the bowel.

• Even though it is in the small volume, it is just right amount for a newborn.

Colostrum is the amazing source for protecting and nourishing the newborn🧡

Some amazing feedback about the strategies learnt from HypnoBirthing 🤍🤍🤍

We also have TENS machines available to hire.

Join our next course dates via the link in our bio ✨

We love this photo from showcasing their gorgeous affirmation cards to support pregnancy and birthing 🤍🤍🤍

Drop into to grab your cards today as well as a range of other pregnancy essentials ✨

As mothers-to-be we are bombarded by lists in pregnancy. Below are a few things we chat about in HypnoBirthing and a few keys areas regarding your baby and body that we think are important to understand. Check out our blog post via our bio for an extended list covering other topics too.

My Body
* I understand how the three layers of muscles in my uterus work and how to assist that process.
* I know the four main hormones of birth and how to optimize their production throughout labour.
* I have 100% confidence in my incredible body and its ability to birth naturally and I’m prepared for whatever turn my birthing takes.
* I have educated myself widely in techniques to assist my body through the labour process.
* I have practiced these techniques daily for as long as possible so they are second nature to me.
* I take care of myself physically and mentally.

My Baby
* I understand how common interventions may affect my baby both during labour and after birth.
* I have researched the importance of skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth for bonding and breastfeeding and will advocate for this regardless of the type of birth I have.
* My baby’s gut microbiome is of critical importance to me and I will do all I can to achieve a vaginal birth as long as it’s safe for my baby and me.

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Our first course dates for the year are starting this weekend ~ book your spot today with your birthing partner so you feel empowered, educated and excited about your birth 💛💛💛

Next course after series 1a begins in April 💛

[email protected]
(03) 9481 1166

A little peek into what our course room set up looks like ~ we have courses starting next week with our lovely educator Violet, book your spot today 🤍

Series 1a (FILLING FAST)

Day: Sundays
Dates: Feb 25th, March 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Educator: Violet
Format: In Person* or Online
Location for in person format: Upstairs at Northcote Natural Therapies 275 High Street Northcote 3070

Series 2a (1 PLACE AVAILABLE FOR FACE TO FACE – ONLINE SPACES AVAILABLE)

Day: Sundays
Dates: Apr 14th, Apr 21st, Apr 28th, May 5th, May 12th
Time: 10am – 12.30pm
Educator: Violet
Format: In Person* or Online
Location for in person format: Upstairs at Northcote Natural Therapies 275 High Street Northcote 3070

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Some beautiful affirmations to focus on if you’re birthing soon ~ check out our website via our bio for more free affirmations you can download as well as a ton of other resources to support your pregnancy journey 🤍🤍🤍

Our upcoming course dates are filling fast so book your spot soon if you want to learn mindfulness techniques and become more educated surrounding your birth ☺️

Our first course dates for the year are starting in the next few weeks ~ book your spot today with your birthing partner so you feel empowered, educated and excited about your birth 💛💛💛

[email protected]
(03) 9481 1166

Vegan and expecting? Or are you pregnant and simply love plant based recipes and have a few vegan meals each week?
This book is perfect for you and available at !

Being a vegan mother not only means you have to worry about getting the right nutrients for your own body, but for your growing baby as well. The benefits of a vegan diet can be passed down to your baby by following a healthy, well-rounded diet that incorporates the proper nutrients and minerals. With Your Complete Vegan Pregnancy, you’ll learn everything you need to know to nourish and grow a healthy, happy baby. With 50 recipes for satisfying meals and expert advice on getting all the proper nutrition you and your baby need, Your Complete Vegan Pregnancy will keep you and your baby strong for all three trimesters.

Drop in from Wednesday to Saturday 11am - 4pm or contact us and we can post this awesome book out to you 💛

A few words from our lovely educator Violet who is taking our HypnoBirthing classes this year 💜💜💜

Our next course dates start February 25th so book your spot soon!

Savoury Phytoestrogen + calcium rich loaf 🍞🤍🥣

Try out this healthy, nutrient dense, calcium and phytoestrogen rich bread - it makes a great snack, breakfast or even lunch and is super easy to make !

Ingredients:

- 2.5 cups of soy, wheat, spelt or chickpea flour (I struggled to find soy so used chickpea and spelt wheat flour
- 1/4 cup freshly ground linseeds (see step 2 for grinding instructions)
- 1/2 cup mixed seeds (sunflower, sesame, pepitas)
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 250mL whole bean soy milk (ideally with no added sugar - I used Pure harvest organic soy milk from Woolworths)
- 250g silken organic tofu
- Zest of 1 lemon and the juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 organic dried apricots
- Extra seeds to sprinkle on top

Method:
1. Preheat your oven to 180 degrees and grease and line a loaf tin with baking paper
2. Grind the flax/linseeds until they form a fine powder- use a coffee grinder or food processor. Its best to grind/blend as you need them. When we grind seeds the oils are released which can go rancid over time if they’re not used fresh.
3. Combine the flour, seeds, ground flax seeds, baking powder, lemon zest and lemon juice together
4. In a blender combine the silken tofu with the chopped dried apricots and blend until smooth.
5. Slowly add the soy milk to the tofu apricot mix and blend until combined.
6. Add the liquid mixture to your flour and seeds and mix well until combined
7. Press the mixture into the prepared loaf tin
8. Sprinkle extra seeds on top
9. Bake for 1 hour
10. Enjoy 🥰🍞🤍

Try spreading with coconut yogurt, almond or peanut butter and topped with raspberries!

Our first course dates for the year are starting in the next month ~ book your spot today with your birthing partner so you feel empowered, educated and excited about your birth 💛💛💛

Read the full review from one of our HypnoBirthers below ~

“Candace really equipped me and my husband for my first birth last year (2022). The hypnobirthing method that she teaches really works! I ended up having the birth that I planned- a natural birth, at home with no pain relief. My midwives actually kept thinking I was in early labour and didn’t turn up until after the birth of my daughter! I felt calm and grounded through the whole experience (so did my husband) and I think it comes down to the breathing exercises and the daily affirmations and relaxation that they give you. As well as ensuring you are well informed about all possible outcomes and possible medical interventions that might be needed and what your rights are and how to handle things once in the hospital space. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I have told everyone who’s pregnant about your course and how much it helped me ready myself for labour and birth.
If you are on the fence about doing this course, just do it. It is money well spent!”

Supportive ~ Gentle ~ Safe ~ Calming ~ Focused ~ Empathetic ~ Kind ~ Understanding ~ Strong

A few of the words we may use to describe our birth partner 💛

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Looking for your next read and want something birth related ? Check out these 📖📚

We’d love to know your favourite books in the comment relating to all things pregnancy, birth and babies 💛

The Purple Line / The Hobbs Line 💜

Did you know that during birth a purple line can begin to show along the natal cleft? This line is often used to help determine how far along a birther is in labour and how dilated they may be.

It’s seen in around 75-86% of people in active labour and may be purple, brown or red in colour. As the baby is closer to being birthed the line elongates. This line may be seen due to the pressure of baby’s head causing blood congestion. It often is first visible during the 3-4cm dilation stage.

Have you ever seen this line or did you experience this?

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Our first course dates for the year are coming up soon ~ book your spot today with your birthing partner so you feel empowered, educated and excited about your birth 💛💛💛

Contact us via our bio for any questions regarding course dates and booking in ~

Expecting this year? Join our HypnoBirthing courses! 🤍

Here are few of the amazing reviews we’ve received from past HypnoBirthers ~

“My partner and I absolutely loved this course. The knowledge we gained made us both feel prepared for birth. Having the course spread over 5 weeks meant we had the time to absorb and discuss what we had learnt. I feel confident that my partner will be able to support me and that we can both make informed decisions before and during labor.”

“I am so happy my partner and I chose to do the 5 sessions with Candace instead of just over 2 weekends like most other courses. It really helped to absorb all of the information more and you get to know the other couples a little more which makes you feel that you are not alone in your worries.“

“It was lovely to go through the whole process with my partner from pre-labour, connecting to your baby, going through all the different options in hospital as well as learning about all the gorgeous benefits of HypnoBirthing.”

We have our next course dates starting at the end of February and mid April ~ contact us to book your spot today ✨

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🌟 AFFIRMATIONS 🌟⁠
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Affirmations are a powerful tool to use in life but in particular when it comes to pregnancy, preparing for birth and the labour itself.⁠
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They can keep you motivated, focused and give you an inner strength when you need it most 💪🏽⁠
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Most importantly, they can change your thoughts, habits and behaviours.⁠
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The vast majority of the course content is based in science that is backed by evidence and studies. And the beauty of HypnoBirthing is that it also incorporates other elements such as visualisations and affirmations.⁠
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When we practice affirmations we are creating a new way of thinking, and we practice repeating them until our brain believes these messages 🤍

Interested to know what the birth partner will learn in our courses?

Here is a small snippet of some of the amazing support techniques they will learn...

~ Massage techniques both soft and firm (acupressure)
~ Positions you can suggest for labour
~ How to setup the perfect birth environment
~ Tonnes of verbal and physical cues to help your partner relax
~ How to talk to your Care Provider in a confident, non-confrontational way
~ How much water your partner needs to drink
~ How often your partner should be going to the toilet
~ Getting labour restarted if it slows down
~ What a Birth Plan is and why you should have one
~ Lifelong skills to help reduce your stress in your daily life
~ Plus sooooo much more

The birthing partner is an invaluable and important part of the puzzle, that’s why in each of our courses we include the birth partner in the courses. 1 spot in our course intake = the birther and birth partner!

Interested to know more? Get in touch!
💌 [email protected]

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A big thankyou for all your support for The HypnoBirthing Collective in 2023 and we’re excited to support more of you on your birth journeys in 2024 ~ we hope your year is ending in a restful and relaxing way 💞

Remember if you book in and pay for our 2024 course dates before Dec 31st 2024 you will only pay the 2023 pricing of $649! All bookings and payments from January 1st 2024 will be at our new pricing of $679 for the group course (this price is the birther and their birthing partner). Check out our recent post for the dates 🤍

Contact us for any questions or enquires - We look forward to hearing from you

[email protected]

Course dates for 2024 ~ expecting in 2024 or know someone who is? Book your spot for HypnoBirthing soon! 💛

If you pay before Dec 31st 2024, you will only pay the 2023 pricing of $649! All bookings and payments from January 1st 2024 will be at our new pricing of $679 for the group course (this price is the birther and their birthing partner).

Contact us for any questions or enquires - We look forward to hearing from you

[email protected]
03 9481 1166 💛

All about one of our lovely educators ~ Violet 🤍

Violet will running HypnoBirthing classes in 2024 with us so keep your eyes open for the dates and more information soon ~ we’re so lucky to have her ! 💛

HypnoBirthing Language ~ a few of words we like to use to explain the things going on during child birth and pregnancy.

Words can really effect our feelings and emotions so ensuring your health care team support you by using words that benefit you is really important 🤍