{"podcast":{"title":"The Hypnobirthing Podcast","slug":"the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261","podcast_index_feed_id":744261,"rss_url":"https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6932d996091aba0a6111efe2","website_url":"https://thenurturenest.podbean.com","image_url":"https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6932d996091aba0a6111efe2/show-cover.jpeg","author":"The Nurture Nest","episode_count":165,"summary":"This series is all about hypnobirthing and positivity around birth. I am a hypnobirthing teacher and a mum of two and am aware how much negativity there is around birth and it can be scary and daunting for parents to be. This series is a safe space for everything positive and will include some useful chat, inspiring guests and amazing positive birth stories.If you are interested in hypnobirthing or you are pregnant and needing a positive space to visit - this is the podcast for you!For more information on hypnobirthing please visit my website www.thenurturenest.co.uk or my Instagram page @the_nurture_nest. Music: Sunshine (version 2) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4438-sunshine-version-2-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-13T12:19:39.073116+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 133 - What Hypnobirthing Really Is (and Isn’t)","slug":"episode-133-what-hypnobirthing-really-is-and-isn-t","published_at":"2026-01-12T06:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261/episode-133-what-hypnobirthing-really-is-and-isn-t","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261","url":"https://shows.acast.com/the-hypnobirthing-podcast/episodes/episode-133-what-hypnobirthing-really-is-and-isnt","audio_url":"https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6932d996091aba0a6111efe2/e/695bd65429db57949e65c80e/media.mp3","summary":"In this episode, I’m setting the scene for the season by gently unpacking what hypnobirthing really is, and what it isn’t. So many parents come to hypnobirthing feeling pressure to do it “right,” to stay calm, or to have a certain kind of birth, and I want to take that pressure away. Hypnobirthing isn’t about control or perfection. It’s about understanding your body, feeling safe, and having choices. I talk about the nervous system, why safety matters in birth, and what a positive birth truly means; regardless of how your birth unfolds. If you’re pregnant and looking for more support, I share details of my hypnobirthing courses and doula support in the below. And if this episode helped, I’d love you to follow the podcast or leave a review. Thank you for being here 🤍 🌸 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.","meta_description":"In this episode, I’m setting the scene for the season by gently unpacking what hypnobirthing really is, and what it isn’t. So many parents come to hypnobi…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":795,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261/episodes/episode-133-what-hypnobirthing-really-is-and-isn-t/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hypnobirthing-podcast-744261/episode-133-what-hypnobirthing-really-is-and-isn-t.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}