Bailey’s labour didn’t start the way she planned for it to,but from the work she had done in her pregnancy she was feeling “far more excited than scared,” and that shift from fear to excitement became one of the most powerful parts of her journey.

In this episode Bailey talks about preparing for what she callsher “ultra marathon” preparing for something challenging, understanding how her body works, and using hypnobirthing tools.

You’ll love to listen to Bailey clarify her “whys” – how shewrote down her reasons for wanting a physiological birth.

Even after having to pivot to an induction setting, she created a calm birth space, used her breath, protected her environment, and worked with her body.

And then comes that experience — lifting her baby onto her “the most incredible moment of my life.”

Bailey’s birth is a reassuring story for anyone navigatingthe possibility of induction. It’s proof that preparation, mindset, and trust can transform the experience — even when the path takes a turn.

If you'd like to have the advantage of a positive mindset and hypnobirthing tools, check out your options - live and online courses with Helen at www.positivebirths.co.nz