Lie back, listen and relax: hypnotherapy

Author: Howell Maggie  

Publisher: Medical Education Solutions Limited

ISSN: 1461-3123

Source: The Practising Midwife, Vol.15, Iss.5, 2012-05, pp. : 12-16

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Abstract

This article looks at how hypnotherapy is currently being used within the Uk maternity system. It includes an overview of hypnotherapy for labour, research to date, the benefits to women and midwives and how it works. It highlights some key differences between the UK and US based approaches and includes tips for midwives supporting women who have chosen to use hypnotherapy.