HypnoBirthing®
Birth is intense. Not because something is “wrong,” but because it asks a lot of the nervous system.
Nervous-system support for birth — whatever path it takes
HypnoBirthing® is not about controlling birth or striving for a specific outcome. It’s about learning how your mind and body respond to stress — and how to work with that response so you can stay grounded, present, and resourced through birth, even when it’s complex or medically supported.
This work is especially powerful if:
Your pregnancy has followed fertility treatment or loss
You’re navigating high-risk care, induction, or planned medical support
You want tools to stay calm and connected when things feel uncertain
You don’t resonate with “natural birth” ideology, but do want agency and inner steadiness
HypnoBirthing gives you practical, evidence-informed tools to regulate your nervous system — before, during, and after birth.
Preparing Mind, Body & Nervous System
Through HypnoBirthing®, you may experience:
• Greater calm and orientation under pressure
• Reduced fear and stress responses
• Increased confidence in communication and decision-making
• A stronger sense of agency — even when birth shifts
• Skills that support postpartum recovery and early parenting
These tools support pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood
— not just labour.
As a doula supporting expat families in the Netherlands, I teach HypnoBirthing as practical nervous-system literacy — grounded in real life and the realities of Dutch maternity care.
You’ll receive:
• Clear explanations of why each technique works
• Support navigating hospital and midwifery communication
• Tools for anxiety regulation and emotional safety
• Guidance for informed choice — without ideology
• A calm, inclusive space where nothing is “too much”
This isn’t about a perfect birth — but meeting your birth with steadiness, self-trust, and support.
The Foundations of HypnoBirthing®
This structured five-week course builds practical skills, informed understanding, and emotional steadiness — preparing you for birth within the Dutch maternity system.
Reframing Birth & Building Trust
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Understanding how fear shapes labour — and how safety changes it.
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Exploring the mind–body connection, birth physiology, and the influence of language and expectation.
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Laying foundations of trust in your body and your baby.
Regulation & Connection
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Developing practical tools for calm and focus.
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Breathing techniques, guided relaxation, and self-hypnosis.
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Strengthening parent–baby connection and preparing your birth environment with intention.
Emotional & Practical Preparation
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Preparing your birth preferences with clarity.
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Releasing fear and limiting narratives.
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Equipping partners with hands-on support tools and strengthening readiness for labour.
Understanding Labour in Practice
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Bringing physiology into real-world context.
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Understanding the phases of labour, when to transition to your birth setting, and how to use B.R.A.I.N. for informed decisions.
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Protecting your birth space within medical environments.
Birthing & Early Postpartum
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Preparing for the birthing phase with positioning and breath.
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Understanding baby’s first hour and the foundations of breastfeeding.
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Entering the fourth trimester with steadiness and connection.
HypnoBirthing® Packages.
Group HypnoBirthing® Course (Online)
Investment: €350
Includes:
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5 weekly sessions (approx 12.5 hours total)
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Digital workbook & course materials
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HypnoBirthing® - Marie Mongan book
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Rainbow Relaxation & Affirmations audio
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Phone/WhatsApp support
For: Birthing person + partner
This package is well-suited for:
Best suited for parents who enjoy shared learning and want a comprehensive, accessible preparation.
Private HypnoBirthing® Course (1:1)
Investment: €625 (excl. travel)
Includes:
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5 private sessions
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In-home or Zoom format
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Course materials & HypnoBirthing® - Marie Mongan book
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Individualised coaching integrated in each session
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WhatsApp support throughout pregnancy
For: Birthing person + partner
This package is well-suited for:
Those wanting personalised guidance, deeper emotional support, or preparation specific to IVF pregnancies, high-risk care, previous birth trauma, or when emotional containment matters as much as information.
Online Course Dates
Birth Doula Package
May / June 2026
(Due Date July - September)
Wednesday - 17:00 - 19:30
13th May — 20th May — 27th May
3rd June — 10th June
August / September 2026
(Due Date October - December)
Wednesday - 17:00 - 19:30
19th August — 26th August
2nd September — 9th September — 16th September
October / November 2026
(Due Date December - February)
Wednesday - 17:00 - 19:30
28th October
4th November — 11th November — 18th November —
25th November
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience with meditation or breathing?
No. Everything is taught step-by-step, in a grounded, accessible way.
Is HypnoBirthing useful if I plan medical pain relief or induction?
Yes. These tools are designed to support regulation, communication, and presence — regardless of how your birth unfolds.
Is my partner included?
Absolutely. Partners play a central role and learn practical ways to support and advocate.
What Makes This Different
A Doula–Coach Hybrid Approach
We work with your lived experience — not just theory. Fears, uncertainty, medical complexity, and emotional history are all welcome here.
Trauma-Informed & Non-Judgmental
No pressure to birth a certain way. No hierarchy of choices. Just support, clarity, and respect.
Continuity of Care
From your first session through birth, you’re not navigating alone. You’ll know who’s holding the thread.
CLIENT EXPERIENCE
“I had the pleasure of having Toni as our hypnobirthing coach. I was very late to the idea but Toni was able to curate a special way to deliver us the full hypnobirthing course in a short period. It was invaluable to us- and my husband really learnt the power of breathing and continued to use the skills with our baby to help regulate himself and our little one too. She has been so amazing and part of our process in transitioning to parenthood."
— Eva - First time parent
