When can I start the HypnoBirthing course?

A HypnoBirthing course can theoretically be attended from the 18th week of pregnancy. can be attended. We recommend starting the course from the 24th week of pregnancy. This gives you enough time to practise. It is always possible to start later.

Is the HypnoBirthing course recognized by health insurance?

HypnoBirthing Switzerland is Qualitop-recognized and most supplementary insurances cover a share of the course costs (e.g. CSS 50% from the health account, Sanitas supplementary insurance up to 80%). Both the compact course and the all-inclusive birth preparation course are recognized by health insurance companies.

1 day course

HypnoBirthing course
Zurich

In our HypnoBirthing course in Zurich, you will learn the methods of HypnoBirthing and everything important for your upcoming birth in one compact day. We focus on practical exercises such as correct breathing during birth, HypnoBirthing relaxation techniques, self-hypnosis and much more. The HypnoBirthing course is led by experienced instructors. With HypnoBirthing, you will be optimally prepared for the birth.

Our HypnoBirthing course is recognized by health insurance companies. Most supplementary insurances cover a share of the costs.

The course content

The basics of HypnoBirthing: how you can specifically reduce pain with hypnosis and thus breathe better during labor
Pain management: how to increase the natural production of endorphins (= pain-relieving hormones) during birth
Breathing during labor: 3 targeted breathing techniques for each stage of labor that can help you relax, reduce pain and shorten labor
Role of the partner: how your partner can ideally support you and knows what birth and HypnoBirthing are all about
HypnoBirthing techniques: You will learn the well-known ‚Safe Place‘ technique, positive phrases for birth and other relaxation techniques
Fear release exercise: Fears and doubts are specifically reduced and replaced by confidence
Preparation of the body: technique with which you can reduce perineal tears and incisions
Checklists: birth plan, packing list, organizational preparations, list of midwives and doulas with HypnoBirthing experience, book recommendations

Advantages of HypnoBirthing

Your fears are reduced so that you can experience an anxiety-free pregnancy and birth
You can interrupt the anxiety-tension-pain syndrome
The first phase of your birth can be shortened by several hours
Less pain and often no need for painkillers
You feel safe when you think about the birth
Demonstrably fewer episiotomies and perineal tears
Faster recovery after the birth and more energy for your baby
You also learn everything you would learn in a ’normal‘ antenatal class
Recommended by midwives and doctors

Included in the course

5 hours of HypnoBirthing birth preparation in Zurich for you as a couple
Comprehensive course documentation with checklists
3 audio files with relaxation exercises specifically for the course
Brochure on breastfeeding and nutrition during pregnancy
HypnoBirthing course in small groups
Exclusive membership area
Bonus: 20% discount on all store products

Our location in Zurich

The HypnoBirthing courses take place in our practice at Hornbachstrasse 50, 8008 Zurich on the 2nd floor (COLUMBUS entrance). Please ring the bell at ‚reception‘.
Directions by public transportation: Tram no. 2 or 4 to Fröhlichstrasse station. From there it is a 3 minute walk. By car: Blue zone parking in the neighborhood or Zürichhorn parking garage.