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HypnoBirthing really helps birth partners bond with their babies even before they are born. HypnoBirthing brings about an intimacy into the father's parenting style and into their relationship with their woman long after the pregnancy is over. Some dads come into the first class with a "something the cat dragged in look" but by the end of the series they are firm believers in their womans birthing abilities and also that of their unborn child. Dads become more connected and more protective of their new families birthing experience.
As they begin to educate themselves, they become the experts on birth and keep a fun sense of humor with it all. We find that our dads hold a really sweet energy for moms during labor when they have more knowledge of the birth process and why it works without intervention. We have found this true with same sex couples as well. Just because you are not physically carrying the baby does not mean you cannot carry a deep felt connection to she or he. Once you are connected to the unborn and understand their experience both in the womb and out of it - studies show you tend to birth and parent in a more conscious and sensitive manner.
These dads have become amazing partners and fathers even when they were a bit apprehensive with all of the changes that occur during pregnancy. Here are some of their baby's birth stories from their perspective. Some of our dads have been so moved by becoming fathers that they have begun to journal their experiences on blogs. We hope you enjoy their antics as much as we do!
As they begin to educate themselves, they become the experts on birth and keep a fun sense of humor with it all. We find that our dads hold a really sweet energy for moms during labor when they have more knowledge of the birth process and why it works without intervention. We have found this true with same sex couples as well. Just because you are not physically carrying the baby does not mean you cannot carry a deep felt connection to she or he. Once you are connected to the unborn and understand their experience both in the womb and out of it - studies show you tend to birth and parent in a more conscious and sensitive manner.
These dads have become amazing partners and fathers even when they were a bit apprehensive with all of the changes that occur during pregnancy. Here are some of their baby's birth stories from their perspective. Some of our dads have been so moved by becoming fathers that they have begun to journal their experiences on blogs. We hope you enjoy their antics as much as we do!
HypnoBirthing from a Dad’s perspective
By the way I talk about our daughter’s birth, friends have joked that I must given birth. It was the most powerful experience that my wife and I have been through and I’m a proud advocate of HypnoBirthing and the methods and mindset.
I must say, those 9 to 10 months felt like they were just as much for me as
they were for baby and mom. Like most dads, I can’t say I was ready for a child, but like our baby’s growth, my anticipation grew and the pregnancy progressed. I was fortunate that my wife was interested in natural birth, as it is something I would have encouraged her to do anyway. I think the dad’s role is extremely important t o provide support during these incredibly impacting decisions.
After investigating a few methods and reading the book, my wife wanted to do the HypnoBirthing class and after talking to Care we signed up. We loved the class and it was a special time for us as a couple together. I tell everyone that everything Care says is gold; we took it to heart and made time to practice the techniques. It sounds cliché, but my wife will testify that it’s all mental; once the decision is fully made and you’re committed, the rest follows.
Fast-forward to the morning of her birth, we’re almost 2 weeks “overdue”; which, as part of the being mentally prepared, I would strongly recommend adding 2 weeks to any quoted “due date” so that this does not introduce any unneeded stress. Labor came on extremely fast, and even though I needed to pack the last-minute things on the list, I realized it was more important for me to be with my wife (she’s a touch person). When Care arrived we helped my wife to the car (thank God for her advice on not installing the car seat). The staff at UCSD birth center is amazing and soon enough we were in the room and pushing! I’m convinced that waiting for the right time, and not rushing baby with any sort of intervention, really increases the chance of a quick labor.
After practicing all the techniques, nothing really stuck out during the birth, except that I felt fully prepared to support my wife during the process. When I saw our daughter’s head came out (I was sitting up by my wife’s head, fanning, water, etc. – I’m not the blood and guts type…) I felt an incredible connection to her. One of the most powerful experiences I’ve ever had was after she was brought to my wife’s chest, I started talking to her and she opened her eyes and looked for me and we met eyes, wow! She knew my voice! It was incredible. Looking back, an important part of this was probably talking to her every day while she was in the womb and telling her how excited I was for when I got to meet her – what a powerful connection.
I encourage any dads to realize and step up to their role on the birthing process and if you’re a dad already, you know what an amazing thing it is and for me this experience added so much more.
Matt Horak
I must say, those 9 to 10 months felt like they were just as much for me as
they were for baby and mom. Like most dads, I can’t say I was ready for a child, but like our baby’s growth, my anticipation grew and the pregnancy progressed. I was fortunate that my wife was interested in natural birth, as it is something I would have encouraged her to do anyway. I think the dad’s role is extremely important t o provide support during these incredibly impacting decisions.After investigating a few methods and reading the book, my wife wanted to do the HypnoBirthing class and after talking to Care we signed up. We loved the class and it was a special time for us as a couple together. I tell everyone that everything Care says is gold; we took it to heart and made time to practice the techniques. It sounds cliché, but my wife will testify that it’s all mental; once the decision is fully made and you’re committed, the rest follows.
Fast-forward to the morning of her birth, we’re almost 2 weeks “overdue”; which, as part of the being mentally prepared, I would strongly recommend adding 2 weeks to any quoted “due date” so that this does not introduce any unneeded stress. Labor came on extremely fast, and even though I needed to pack the last-minute things on the list, I realized it was more important for me to be with my wife (she’s a touch person). When Care arrived we helped my wife to the car (thank God for her advice on not installing the car seat). The staff at UCSD birth center is amazing and soon enough we were in the room and pushing! I’m convinced that waiting for the right time, and not rushing baby with any sort of intervention, really increases the chance of a quick labor.
After practicing all the techniques, nothing really stuck out during the birth, except that I felt fully prepared to support my wife during the process. When I saw our daughter’s head came out (I was sitting up by my wife’s head, fanning, water, etc. – I’m not the blood and guts type…) I felt an incredible connection to her. One of the most powerful experiences I’ve ever had was after she was brought to my wife’s chest, I started talking to her and she opened her eyes and looked for me and we met eyes, wow! She knew my voice! It was incredible. Looking back, an important part of this was probably talking to her every day while she was in the womb and telling her how excited I was for when I got to meet her – what a powerful connection.
I encourage any dads to realize and step up to their role on the birthing process and if you’re a dad already, you know what an amazing thing it is and for me this experience added so much more.
Matt Horak
August 8th, 2011
Care is amazing! This is an incredible method and just as important for the dad's to be a part of.
Matt
June 18, 2010
If you are looking at this page then you already decided you don't want your baby to be a born on a bunch of drugs so you already made up your mind. Just take the class cause its great and helps you prepare for birth no matter what kind. You will be so satisfied. Most birth horror stories are from hospitals and their interventions so just keep that in mind. It really gives you a positive goal to achieve and I haven't heard a bad story yet.
Do it!
My wife and I didn't quite know what to expect but we were
determined to have a natural birth and an overall positive birth
experience. Care showed us that HypnoBirthing could give us the
confidence and tools to make it happen. We learned so much about birth
and how to make the best choices for our baby. Care really takes the
time to debunk the myths and dispel the fears surrounding this
magnificent experience and turn it around to make the birth as
comfortable as possible for mom, baby and dad. The classes go very fast
and the in-class practice is helpful. For us the class was a real
bonding experience both as a couple and with our baby. We feel much
more prepared because Care helped us get rid of our fears and take the
birthing experience for what it truly is, the welcoming, the birthday of
our baby. As a dad it helped me see how important my role is in birth
and the process but most of all taught me how to be there for my wife
and gave me the tools to know what to do and how to help. Care is truly
an amazing person with a loving heart and a true passion for helping
others obtain the best possible birth experience. She's extremely
relate-able and supportive and it doesn't hurt that she's also
hilarious! She really took the time to talk to us about our specific
concerns and fears and helped us work through them. She knows pretty
much everyone and anyone having to do with birth in San Diego and she
was such a great resource. Alan
May 31, 2011
As a husband in the process I walked in with some trepidation about the course but walked out a convert.
The
methods taught were directly applicable to the birth - my wife was
relaxed and went into her labor with no fear, delivering a healthy baby
girl.
Side note - the instructor, Care, was the doula at our
birth - MAKE SURE you ask her about that. Having her on our team at the
hospital was a huge positive. During the birth you can tell this is a
person that is in her element - she runs the show and made it as stress
free as I imagine it could be.
Can't say enough good things about
the entire process - make sure to tap into Care's extensive network too
for post-partom doula's, child care, physicians, etc. Zach L. San Diego
Matt
If you are looking at this page then you already decided you don't want your baby to be a born on a bunch of drugs so you already made up your mind. Just take the class cause its great and helps you prepare for birth no matter what kind. You will be so satisfied. Most birth horror stories are from hospitals and their interventions so just keep that in mind. It really gives you a positive goal to achieve and I haven't heard a bad story yet.
