Anxious about Birth
The horror stories you were told by Aunty Flo when you were knee-high to a grasshopper are enough to put you off for life. For some, these images conjured up by an over reactive imagination stay with you until you’re a grown-up. Think of it another way now you know that Father Christmas doesn’t exist, why do you still hold onto certain myths and not others? For many, this perception of childbirth couldn’t be further from the truth ’ it can be a peaceful, gentle, safe and empowering event.
home remedies for anxiety about the birth:
- If it’s the pain that you fear the most, don’t worry – there are plenty of pain-relieving methods out there. Everyone doubts they can do it at some point on the build up.
- One of the most powerful is suggestion and focus, focus, focus. They say it’s all in the mind, so why not try some hypnobirthing techniques.
Go for a walk, change position or visit the bathroom as a means of distraction. - As soon as you buy those Mothercare togs, it’ll give you a sense of purpose as well as something to work towards.
- Birth Doula's are like having a best mate in there who will do all the massaging, encouraging and will make sure our labour is fully informed of everything that is happening and what will happen. She is there to help you get everything you need for a positive birth and will offer a protection for you to labour happily with your birth partner whilst she looks after the both of you. Find a Doula in our Directory.
- Hypnobirthing gives you and your partner lots of confidence. Fear can make you tense which can cause pain. By using techniques to stay calm and in control the pain should be eaier to manage or you may be lucky enough not to have any pain - it does happen! Find a HypnoBirthing or Natal Hypnotherapist in our Directory.
- Homeopathy is a great emotional tool for dealing with anxiety. See a professional homeopath who will prescribe the right remedy for you. Find a Homepath in our Directory.
- Rescue remedy is helpful for lots of mums and is safe to use in moderation in pregnancy - it does have brandy in it so dont go overboard!
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