The Hypnobirthing Podcast

Episode 116 - A Positive Birth Story: Hypnobirthing Through Induction and Prenatal Depression

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In today’s episode, listener Nanouk shares her journey through prenatal depression and labour induction, and how hypnobirthing helped her stay calm and confident. She discusses the emotional challenges of induction and the power of breathing and mindset to manage fear.

Key Points:

  • Coping with prenatal depression
  • Navigating labour induction
  • Using hypnobirthing to stay relaxed and trust your body

    • If you’re experiencing prenatal depression, remember you’re not alone — help is available. Here are some UK organisations offering support:

    💙 Mind – Mental health support: mind.org.uk
    💙 Tommy’s – Pregnancy and baby support: tommys.org
    💙 Birth Trauma Association – Emotional support after birth: birthtraumaassociation.org.uk
    💙 NHS Perinatal Mental Health Services – Find local support via your GP or nhs.uk

    Worldwide:

    🌍 Postpartum Support International (PSI) – postpartum.net
    🌍 Motherhood Collective – motherhoodcollective.org
    🌍 March of Dimes – marchofdimes.org
    🌍 World Health Organization (WHO) – Mental Health in Pregnancy – who.int

    The book Nanouk talks about by Lucy Jones can be found here https://tinyurl.com/23xb9cxu

    • 🌸 Resources & Links

      • 🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services
      • 🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses
      • ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here
      • 📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List
      • 📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here
      • 🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here
      • 📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest
      • 🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer
      • ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here
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