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Hypnosis

A focused state used in birth preparation to promote relaxation, therapeutic suggestion, confidence, and coping without removing decision-making ability.

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Mental preparation for labor

Mental preparation for labor

Why mental preparation matters Labor activates both physiologic and psychological systems. Uterine contractions, cervical dilation, pelvic pressure, fatigue, and hormonal shifts occur alongside appraisal: “Am I safe?”, “Can I do this?”, “Are my baby and I okay?” When the brain interprets sensations as threatening, sympathetic arousal can intensify muscle tension, hypervigilance, and the subjective experience […]