# Episode 144 - “I Was Terrified of Birth”: How Hypnobirthing Changed Everything

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Podcast: [The Hypnobirthing Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261)
Published: 2026-03-23T06:30:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 3150

## Resource

In today's episode, I spoke to listener Hannah about her experience with hypnobirthing and how it calmed her anxiety around birth. Hannah shares the story of her first birth. Thanks so much Hannah for sharing your story. I hope anyone dealing with birth anxiety finds this episode useful. Resources & Links o  🤰 Doula Packages – Discover how I can support you throughout pregnancy and birth: The Nurture Nest Doula Services o  🎓 Hypnobirthing Courses – Learn tools and techniques to feel calm and confident: Explore Courses o  ☕ Say Thanks – If this podcast has helped you, you can buy me a coffee here o  📚 Claire’s Book Recommendations – My favourite reads for pregnancy and birth: Amazon Book List o  📖 The Little Book of Positive Birth Stories – Celebrate inspiring birth stories: Get Your Copy Here o  🎬 Birth Time Documentary – Get 20% off with code CICADA20: Watch Here o  📸 Instagram – Daily tips, birth stories & inspiration: @the_nurture_nest o  🛁 Birth Pool Discount – Get 10% off here: Claim Offer o  ⚡ BabyCare TENS Discount – 10% off with code 10NURTURENEST: Shop Here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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