We've received so many testimonials from HypBirth clients that we added extra pages on our web site for them. We treasure the words of support and enthusiasm that our customers send us, and we want to share them with you. If you would like to share your HypBirth experience with us, we would like to hear from you!

Childbirth hypnosis is not just a passing trend. From the beginning of time women have taken themselves deep into trance naturally, whether they knew it or not, when in labor and while giving birth. Today, Hypnotherapist's, such as Lori Dorman at The Birth Connection, have studied and refined these natural and essential techniques in order to provide women with calm, relaxed and spiritual births.

Using hypnotherapy allows women to remain in control at all times. Her pain level never becomes too intense and in many cases does not exist. With the reduction of stress and anxiety, stress hormones are reduced and this allows the women's natural analgesia to "kick" in as it were, "endorphins", so the labor experience becomes one of pleasure, not pain. The women feels empowered and in control. Her birth experience is one of joy and fulfillment.

All of these reasons are why I recommend the HypBirth program. As a nurse and midwife I have seen first hand HypBirth at work. As women, we have been fooled too long into thinking labor has to be painful, when thousands of women are discovering a different and kinder way to experience birth.

Dr Vanessa Fewings-Midwife, RN,Certified Hypnotherapist

My labor was amazing. It was better than I ever expected it to be. I was nervous because this baby was a VBAC so to me it was as though I was going to go through labor for the very first time. I was also diagnosed with P.I.H.- pregnancy induced hypertension and was put on bed rest. I was worried I wouldn't be able to use my hypnosis tools because they wanted to induce my labor. The way it turned out was that the hypnosis is what really helped me through the P.I.H. Practicing my CDs is what allowed me to relax and helped keep my blood pressure down.
Once they started the pitocin, I could feel the contractions.It was amazing to me. I don't know how to explain this but their was no pain, a least not for me. I didn't feel any pain pushing either.

Because of the P.I.H. I was in the hospital several days before I was induced. I got to know a lot of the nurses and when I told them that I was planning a hypnosis birth and they all just mocked and made fun of me. Well let me tell you, after this baby was born we were like celebrities, I had 4 of the nurses come visit me in postpartum and they were talking about how they couldn't believe how relaxed I was. Even the charge nurse came and asked more questions about the hypnosis, they were completely baffled by it.I felt my birth was a miracle. It was really a gift to have my daughter this way.

Marta Castro (second baby, VBAC )

I used the HypBirth program for the birth of my second son and it was great. I had the best birth experience that I could have hoped for. It was different from the first time. I've had 2 natural births but with my second baby I really was able to stay relaxed, especially during transition where as last time I couldn't. Just for that it was worth it. I was really happy with my experience.

Carry Lennard - at home mother (second baby)

I used the program about a year and a half ago and I loved it. It was amazing it really helped me control the pain I was experiencing. I felt very focused. It was such an invaluable tool and I was so impressed that I passed it along to my sister and 4 of my friends that all had successful natural births.

Grace Valenzuela - attorney (first baby)

We decided to use the HypBirth program for the uniqueness of it. I have had 2 other children both assisted with epidurals which were great. However, this experience was beyond unique, I found an inner strength and was in control as I felt the surges. It was the most beautiful delivery I ever had and I am forever grateful for learning the tools.
Anyone who wants to touch their birth in a natural way should try this method.

Lea Mondrey - Labor and delivery nurse (third baby)

Using the HypBirth program was the best decision I made during my pregnancy. The last few months of my pregnancy were relaxed and calm, even joyful. My labor was incredibly easy, no pain what's so ever. The technique I learned even helped me during those first weeks at home with my son when it was easy to get overwhelmed by the newness of it all, including the no sleep and hormonal chaos. I can't wait to do it again with my next child.

Michelle Carson - At home mom (first baby)

The HypBirth program was an essential part of my profound and wonderful labor and delivery. I labored all night at home with my husband's help and the Labor Companion CD. My husband was even able to grab a nap while I used the CD by myself. I arrived at the hospital at 9 cm and never once did I feel that I couldn't manage my labor. The HypBirth program helped me to get to that place and the labor companion CD was indispensable once I got there. I will definitely use this program with future pregnancies and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking the tools for a natural, empowering and relaxed labor and delivery experience.

Mary Ann Gallo

Giving birth to Gabriel was the most incredible experience of my life. The HypBirth program enabled me to relax and actually enjoy my labor. I felt in control. My birth experience transformed me into a mother. I am so thankful that I found this program and was able to have the most incredible labor and delivery. I am looking forward to having lots of babies using the HypBirth program. Hopefully one baby at a time!

Lori Brockman

September 16, 2002

Dear Lori,

I can not thank you enough for giving me the ability to experience with JOY the labor and birth of my daughter. It is the highlight of all the experiences of my life. The HypBirth program that you developed enabled me to experience the birth of my baby without fear, negative preconceptions, or doubt. You taught me to trust my body, not fear it. From the very fist contraction to the moment that she was placed in my arms I felt nothing but peace and strength. I could actually feel myself become more and more confident as my labor progressed. I was able to be in the moment of my labor, and consciously decide to acknowledge the beauty of what was happening to me – right as it was happening. When my baby was born, the doctor and nurses commented on how alert she was, and I was so proud to know that I was able to give her the gift of coming into the world without any medications – she was able to experience her own birth the way it was meant to be. I think back to my labor and smile because I was not robbed of the experience of giving birth by drugs and apprehension. I hope to have a second child someday, and can't imagine giving birth any other way. I actually look forward to my next labor and delivery!

You have a gift for helping women realize that they have the power within themselves to have he kind of birth experience that they want. The time I spent learning from you was in and of itself a truly wonderful process, and I know that I will carry the lessons I learned throughout my life. I had never done anything like hypnosis or deep relaxation before, and you made it so easy and unintimidating to learn. You are a remarkable person, and I feel blessed and thankful to have met you.

For the rest of my life, I can look back on my entire experience with joy, and I have you to thank for it

Love, Dominique Lopez

Using the "HypBirth" program, I was able to stay relaxed during a rapid 1st stage labor and achieve my goal of an unmedicated birth. I was very happy with my birth experience and would highly recommend the program. As an added benefit, listening to the CD, s daily helped me sail through a very stressful time in my life. Now if only there were a "colic" series! Hint, hint

Yvonne Hajdu Cronin

The birth of my second child happened much quicker than I anticipated. It actually took me by surprise. Using HypBirth helped me feel prepared, confident and excited about the birth of my baby. I wouldn't do it any other way.

Lisa Lewis, Altadena, CA

I wish I would have known about this 4 kids ago! It's like a "psychic epidural" without all the clinical and chemical nastiness .In fact it was Quite healing and empowering in many areas of my life. (Not just the birthing experience.) It set the tone for a really much more positive bonding experience with my son. It set the tone for a positive birth experience for my eldest daughter too, who was present at the birth.
Not all "hypnosis" programs are alike!! I compared my experience to those of others and the HypBirth method is much much better.

Lisa Part, Northridge, CA

Thanks to hypbirth we were able to give our daughter a patient, peaceful birth. both my husband and I were freed up to be fully present in the experience. The best part of preparing for our birth (utilizing hypbirth) was being free from fear and anxiety. I learned how to visualize a comforting, natural process instead of something scary and unpredictable. I felt so good after the birth that I fully enjoyed my daughter, husband, and guests. I went home 24 hours after delivery and my recovery was remarkable. I will use this method for all of my babies.

Wendy