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Here’s what we were talking about:

• A study examined how breathing techniques and affirmations can help reduce stress for both expectant mothers and their babies before and during childbirth

• A recent article brings up the concept of “Hypnobirthing” and how breathing, meditation, and mental preparedness are helpful for those scared of giving birth

• In those same lines, we have some affirmations for you about a calm birth experience

Daily affirmations were proven to reduce maternal stress levels at delivery, as well as general levels of anxiety during pregnancy

Pregnancy can be stressful AF, but fear not, mamas-to-be! A study conducted on pregnant women in Indonesia found that self-affirmation through love cards and deep breathing can help reduce stress and anxiety levels during pregnancy and at birth.

Here's what went down in the study:

🤰 Participants were randomly assigned to either the intervention group (love cards and deep breathing) or the control group (standard antenatal care only).

🧘‍♀️ The intervention group received self-affirmation through love cards and deep breathing for 2 weeks, in addition to antenatal education.

📝 Both groups completed stress and anxiety questionnaires before and after the intervention, as well as at birth.

The results? The intervention group showed a significant reduction in stress and anxiety levels compared to the control group. So, if you're feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy, take a deep breath and grab a love card – your mind (and baby) will thank you! 🥰

HYPNOBIRTHING- WHAT IT IS AND WHAT IT DOES

Hypnobirthing is a medication-free pain management method designed to help with labor and birth. It incorporates techniques such as self-hypnosis, meditation, visualizations, breathwork, and the power of suggestion to reprogram the mind to think more positively about birth through education.

Here’s the details:

• Hypnobirthing aims to reduce anxiety and fear around birth by instilling positive images and ideas through a process of learning and reprogramming.

• The first step in hypnobirthing is to understand the physiology of birth, which helps to instill confidence in the ability to give birth.

• By practicing hypnobirthing tools throughout pregnancy, supports a calm and connected mindset throughout the prenatal journey and may even carry over to the fourth trimester.

• The best time to start hypnobirthing is in the second trimester, around 20 weeks or later, to allow enough time to put the tools into practice and allow time for the meditations to sink in.

SOME AFFIRMATIONS FOR ALL YOU EXPECTANT MOTHERS

1. I am calm and relaxed during my birth experience.

2. My body knows exactly what to do, and I trust it to guide me through labor and delivery.

3. I am surrounded by a supportive and caring birth team.

4. Every surge brings me closer to meeting my baby.

5. My mind and body are in harmony, working together to bring my baby into the world.

6. I am focused and present in each moment.

7. I am prepared and empowered for this birth experience.

8. My baby is safe and protected as they journey toward their arrival.

9. My birth experience is filled with love, joy, and positivity.

10. I am grateful for this opportunity to bring new life into the world.

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