May Bourne - Positive Birth Jersey

About Me

My name is May and I am a Registered Midwife (BA Hons) currently working within the hospital setting in Jersey, Channel Islands. I moved to Jersey in April 2015 having worked as a Midwife within the NHS in both York and Cambridge in both the hospital and community setting.

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As a Midwife working full-time in the hospital setting, I appreciate that sometimes things do not go to plan. Birth can, at times, be unpredictable. It is therefore very important for women and their birth partners to have the knowledge and tools to get the best from the situation that they may find themselves in during labour and birth, and it is important for you to understand the implications of the choices you may be required to make.

 

You are likely to already have thought about your ideal birth and your preferences during birth. Hypnobirthing can help you remain calm, in control and relaxed during your birth experience, whatever the path that your labour may take. 

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Giving birth to your baby can be a positive, empowering and amazing experience - and that’s where Hypnobirthing comes in. I have achieved a Diploma in KGHypnobirthing, a widely respected body in the field of Hypnobirthing, and I am currently the only qualified KGH teacher in Jersey. I really look forward to sharing this amazing technique with you!

Why KG Hypnobirthing?

Positive Birth Jersey was established with the aim of providing mothers, fathers and birth partners with knowledge, tools and techniques to build positivity, strength and confidence in pregnancy and birth. Traditionally, Hypnobirthing has focussed on the achievement of a ‘natural’ birth. However, there is also a very important place for Hypnobirthing in the presence of caesarean sections (planned or unplanned), births where things don’t quite go to plan and for women who may have anxieties or fears surrounding childbirth.

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Positive Birth Jersey delivers both group sessions and private, one-to-one Hynobirthing classes in the comfort of your own home. As one of the most widely recognised Hypnobirthing bodies in the U.K., I chose to teach the KGHypnobirthing method due to the wonderful benefits listed below:

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• You are likely to experience a more comfortable birth

• Your baby is likely to arrive in to a more relaxed environment

• You may be less likely to request the use of drugs (pain relief)

• You may require less medical intervention during labour and birth

• Length of labour can be much shorter with the use of KG Hypnobirthing

• Women often report that their babies are calmer following a birth using Hypnobirthing techniques

• Your birth partner(s) will learn how to support you during labour and birth, and have an active role during the experience

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Birth is an involuntary process - we cannot control the birth itself, but we can control the decisions around it. Let KGHypnobirthing help you.

Testimonials

"I couldn't recommend KG Hypnobirthing with May enough. We opted for private sessions as my husband travels a lot and May was able to tailor the sessions to our hectic schedule. As a practicing midwife, May's extensive experience and knowledge also complimented the course content perfectly and she has been a constant source of reassurance and positivity.

With only a week to go until my due date, Hypnobirthing has taken all fear out of childbirth for me. I am now excited about labour and feel incredibly calm and relaxed. My husband and I also feel fully prepared and well informed to handle anything that may arise on the day.

Hypnobirthing has made me focus my mind on how the body is perfectly designed to deal with childbirth and now I can't wait to experience labour and to meet our baby!"

Courses

What's included in the KGHypnobirthing course?

• 10 hours of teaching (group sessions or private)

• The KGHypnobirthing book by Katharine Graves

• The KGHypnobirthing course relaxation CD/MP3 ‘Colour and Calmness’

• A folder of handouts to guide your simple practice regime at home

• Exploration and planning of your birth preferences 

• Hypnobirthing scripts for home practice

• Telephone and email support as is needed

Please note, I also offer 5 hour refresher sessions for women who have previously undertaken the KG Hypnobirthing course.