About Me
My name is Ailsa – I am a mum of two beautiful children, Joshua and Amelia, and married to Stuart. In addition to being a qualified KG Hypnobirthing practitioner, I am also a breastfeeding peer support worker and pregnancy scan assistant.
I discovered Hypnobirthing for myself when pregnant with my second child, Amelia. My first birth was an induction and very medicated, and I was determined the second time would be different. I met a wonderful Hypnobirthing practitioner and went on to have the most wonderful and positive birth experience. I went into spontaneous labour and had a short, calm and comfortable birth. I felt completely in control the whole time and it was amazing.
Since then, I have been passionate in sharing Hypnobirthing with other woman. Following this ambition, I quit my London job (and commute!), re-trained as a KG Hypnobirthing practitioner and founded Hypnobirthing Sussex. I am now living my dream of working alongside expectant parents to help them achieve the best birth possible.
I am passionate that everyone should birth without fear and be able to approach birth informed, calm and confident.
Ailsa x
Why KG Hypnobirthing?
As wonderfully put by Katharine:
If a woman has KNOWLEDGE
She understands her CHOICES
This puts her in CONTROL
So she feels CONFIDENT
When she is CALM
She produces hormones that give her a
COMFORTABLE birth
Thats what you learn at KG Hypnobirthing.
Everyone can benefit from KG Hypnobirthing. Although it does not guarantee a 'perfect birth', it always makes a positive difference.
No matter what circumstances arise in your pregnancy or what birth awaits you – be it a home, water or hospital birth, or a planned cesarean section – we focus on making the experience a positive one for you. The KG Hypnobirthing course teaches techniques that can be applied to any situation to ensure a calm and serene birth.
Testimonials
I met with Ailsa to discuss hypnobirthing when I knew I was having a planned c-section. I was unsure how relevant it would be as I wasn't having a natural labour. However, after a few minutes of speaking to Ailsa I found it was relevant; especially the breathing techniques which I used during both the spinal block and the section itself. I would thoroughly recommend completing a hypnobirthing course with Ailsa.
Courses
The Hypnobirthing Sussex course covers:
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The physiological process of birth
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The basics of Hypnotherapy
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Breathing exercises
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Guided visualisations and relaxations
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Massage techniques
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Effective work in releasing fear and building confidence
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How the birthing partner can be your powerful support
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Birth preparation
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Information about your choices for birth
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Phone support up to the birth
You will also receive The KG Hypnobirthing Book, a relaxation MP3, supporting handouts and a goody bag including Weleda products and positive affirmation cards.
The Course format and Cost:
When you consider the birth of your baby is going to be one of the most profound events in your life it is truly worth investing in. Here’s some information about the course format and cost:
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1-2-1 sessions with expectant mum and birth partner. This can be run from my home in Storrington, West Sussex, or in the comfort of your own home. Dates, times and number of sessions tailored to suit your lifestyle. A full course is typically 4 courses, at a total cost of £225.
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Group classes run from my home in Storrington, West Sussex. The course consists of four sessions, with a maximum of 4 couples per group, and costs £198 in total.
Contact hypnobirthingsussex@gmail.com for information on the next FREE relaxation / taster session dates.