Breakthroughs in the field of mind-body research over the past decade suggest that the physical, emotional, and mental states are inter-related and interdependent. Feelings and thoughts trigger physiological responses in the body that can affect the chemical and neurological balances of the hormonal system involved in reproduction. (For example, one part of you may be ready to have a baby, while subconsciously you are ambivalent because of some unresolved memories from your past.) The biochemical effect of suppressed emotions can confuse the hormonal system, which can in turn impact your baby.

Many hypnosis experts believe that lifelong beliefs and experiences about sexuality, conception, pregnancy, birth, children, parenthood and family relationships can all be repatterned for a healthier pregnancy and birth. In fact, new research contends that prenatal life and the birth experience are often profound determinants of human personality and aptitude. Hundreds of university and hospital studies show that unborn children can see, hear and feel in the womb. Hypnosis can work to reduce stress and anxiety while increasing feelings of calm and confidence in order to better support the health of the baby both during pregnancy and birth.

Hypnosis training often eliminates or greatly reduces the need for chemical painkillers, a distinct plus for your baby. In addition, a shorter labor and less fatigue leave you fresh and alert for enhanced bonding with your baby and birthing companion.

Because your stress is reduced, your baby will not have to experience the negative consequences of your fear and panic, such as the rush of adrenaline that puts the body into survival mode. You don't have to put your baby through that. And when your baby is born, you don't have to experience the separation from your child that can be caused by fear, fatigue or painkillers. After all, what matters most is what you can give your child right from the start. Agpar score show the highest (measurement of the baby's well being at the birth) while using hypnosis for childbirth (see research/study).