The Belle Mama Hypnobirthing and Positive Birth Podcast

Special guest Erin Fung joins us today and talks all about the MASSIVE topic of induction. Erin teaches Hypnobirthing at Better Birth and also has an amazing, informative podcast too called The Better Birth Podcast. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and go into the birth of their baby with confidence and positivity. Click here to get the Tool Kit If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do, please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

In this episode, I talk you through the 3 major mindset shifts that need to happen in order for you to have a positive birth experience. BIRTH PLAN WORKSHOP - On 29th May I am running a live online birth plan workshop. Places are limited. Book yours now! Want to get prepared for your positive birth experience? The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is your complete Hypnobirthing and Antenatal Course helping you go into the birth of your baby with confidence and positivity. Connect with me on Instagram! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

In today's episode I am joined by Samantha Rae from Hey Baby Perinatal and The Perinatal Academy . Sam talks to us all about the challenges faced by "older mums" from the language used to the lack of support regarding choices. We also talk about tips for a healthy pregnancy and birth for older mums and the steps you can take if you feel like you're not receiving the care you deserve. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is a self-paced online Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and get confident about their upcoming birth. Click here to learn more If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do then please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Amazing birth story alert! Amy joins us and chats all about her amazing home birth story and how Hypnobirthing helped her to stay calm all the way through. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is a self-paced online Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and get confident about their upcoming birth. Click here to learn more If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do then please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Today I am joined by Doula and Hypnobirthing Teacher Julia who shares her journey towards a positive VBAC experience. Although this is a positive story that really highlights Julia's strength, it also serves to bring attention to some of the flaws within our maternity system. If you would like to work with Julia, you can find her website here. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is a self-paced online Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and get confident about their upcoming birth. Click here to learn more If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do then please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

In this week's episode we talk all about the power of birth affirmations and how they can help you build a positive mindset for birth. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is a self-paced online Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and get confident about their upcoming birth. Click here to learn more If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do then please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

On this week's episode, Hypnobirthing teacher Laura Thompson shares her journey with hiring independent midwives for her second pregnancy and how they supported her through all the twists and turns of her birthing journey. If you'd like to book with Laura, you can visit her website here The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and go into the birth of their baby with confidence and positivity. Click here to get the Tool Kit If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do, please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

This week I'm chatting all about habit stacking and how you can build your daily Hypnobirthing practise into your already existing daily routine. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is a self-paced online Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and get confident about their upcoming birth. Click here to learn more If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do then please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Today I am joined by the lovely Jess Ord, Doula and Hypnobirthing teacher and we chat all about what the role of a doula is in our modern society and how you can find a doula to work with near you. If you want to work with Jess or get in contact, you can find her website here. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is a self-paced online Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and get confident about their upcoming birth. Click here to learn more If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do then please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Hey Mama, in this episode I get deep on my own journey with negative thoughts during my pregnancy and how to keep them at bay! The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and go into the birth of their baby with confidence and positivity. Click here to get the Tool Kit If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do, please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Today we are joined by special guest Daisy Blumberg. Daisy shares her personal journey of pregnancy loss. She talks about how she used Hypnobirthing and Mindfulness techniques to cope with her anxiety and stress during her subsequent pregnancies. Daisy also emphasises the importance of open discussions about pregnancy loss to create a supportive environment for those who have experienced it. If you want to work with Daisy, you can find her website here The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and go into the birth of their baby with confidence and positivity. Click here to get the Tool Kit If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do, please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

In this episode I give you my top tips for what to do when you're trying to stay positive about your upcoming birth, but those around you keep speaking negatively. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is a self-paced online Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and get confident about their upcoming birth. Click here to learn more If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do, please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Today I am joined by guest Bea Dane who chats to us about things you can start doing now during your pregnancy to prepare yourself for a positive breastfeeding journey. Bea is a Hypnobirthing teacher and breastfeeding counsellor based in Leicestershire. If you'd like to find out more about Bea's services, you can visit her website here. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and go into the birth of their baby with confidence and positivity. Click here to get the Tool Kit If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do, please buy me a coffee xx

Today I am joined by guest Bea Dane who chats to us about things you can start doing now during your pregnancy to prepare yourself for a positive breastfeeding journey. Bea is a Hypnobirthing teacher and breastfeeding counsellor based in Leicestershire. If you'd like to find out more about Bea's services, you can visit her website here. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing and antenatal course for mums-to-be who are ready to ditch their fears and anxieties and go into the birth of their baby with confidence and positivity. Click here to get the Tool Kit If you've enjoyed this free content and would like to support the work that I do, please buy me a coffee xx --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Hi and welcome to a brand new season of the podcast! In today's episode we're talking about what I mean when I say "Positive Birth" The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing Course. An affordable and flexible way to get prepared for your upcoming birth. Click here for more info and to get The Tool Kit. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

Hypnobirthing teacher Hannah Stockley joins us as this week's guest. Hannah talks to us all about her journey with Gestational Diabetes and what that meant for her pregnancy. Hannah went on to have an induction of labour for a matter completely unrelated to the Gestational Diabetes and had an amazing birth experience. If you're in South Wales and want to experience Hypnobirthing, head on over to Hannah's Website to get yourself prepared. The book Hannah mentions in this episode is ⁠Inducing Labour: Making Informed Decisions by Sara Wickham⁠ The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing Course. A flexible and affordable way to get prepared for your upcoming birth. ⁠Click here for more information and to buy The Tool Kit⁠ Do you want to work on your positive mindset while you sleep? You can now buy my Positive Birth Affirmation Track to listen to while you sleep. Buy yours here Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/sunny License code: IJXSWGW5NPAB69DP Contains affiliate links. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

This week I am sharing with you all the juicy details about my two births. If you've enjoyed this content and want to support me, please buy me a coffee xx The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing Course. A flexible and affordable way to get prepared for your upcoming birth. ⁠Click here for more information and to buy The Tool Kit⁠ Are you looking for a simple but effective way to change your mindset when it comes to birth? Check out my birth affirmation audio tracks. Choose between either 1 hour or 8 hours and change your mindset while you sleep! Click here to get yours. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/sunny License code: IJXSWGW5NPAB69DP --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

In this week's episode I chat about the importance of putting together a well researched, properly informed birth plan. Books I recommend for research on Indudction: In Your Own Time by Dr Sara Wickham Inducing Labour: Making Informed Decisions by Dr Sara Wickham Why Induction Matters by Rachel Reed The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing Course. A flexible and affordable way to get prepared for your upcoming birth. ⁠Click here for more information and to buy The Tool Kit⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/sunny License code: IJXSWGW5NPAB69DP --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

In today's episode I share a guided relaxation written and recorded by me along with a little bit of an introduction about what relaxations are and how to use them. If you're JUST here for the guided relaxation, skip ahead to 2:35. PLEASE DO NOT LISTEN WHILE DRIVING OR OPERATING HEAVY MACHINERY. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing Course. A flexible and affordable way to get prepared for your upcoming birth. ⁠Click here for more information and to buy The Tool Kit⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/sunny License code: IJXSWGW5NPAB69DP Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/zimpzon/meditation License code: GMKTHIW5SEUU9WU1 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message

In today's episode, we are chatting about birth hormones. I talk about what their role is in the birth process and how to work with them make birth easier and more comfortable for you. Click here to listen to a past episode on how fear impacts physiological birth. The Hypnobirthing Tool Kit is an online self-paced Hypnobirthing Course. A flexible and affordable way to get prepared for your upcoming birth. ⁠Click here for more information and to buy The Tool Kit⁠ Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ra/sunny License code: IJXSWGW5NPAB69DP --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ellie-waddington/message