Empowering Birth Reviews
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Lynn
*****
I was in a very emotional place when I was pregnant having suffered multiple miscarriages in the year prior. My first birthing experience hadn't exactly gone to plan either and then I was also being told that my baby was potentially "too big" for me to birth so my fears and anxieties were definitely at max. Using many of her treatments available Alison not only helped me to enjoy my pregnancy but she also helped to give me enough confidence to go ahead and visualise and hope for my dream birth without letting the many fears get in the way. And it worked!! In July this year I experienced the most amazing birth when we welcomed our beautiful 9lbs 2.5oz baby girl in the birthing pool surrounded only by candles, the smell of frankincense and a supportive husband and midwife.
I believe that whatever your fears, concerns, aches or pains are Alison will be able to help you. She is great at what she does and if nothing else her calm and positive vibe is infectious. Highly recommended and for me she helped me to achieve exactly what it says on the tin... An empowering birth!
I believe that whatever your fears, concerns, aches or pains are Alison will be able to help you. She is great at what she does and if nothing else her calm and positive vibe is infectious. Highly recommended and for me she helped me to achieve exactly what it says on the tin... An empowering birth!
Hypnotherapy & Reflexology
*****
"I was in a very emotional place when I was pregnant having suffered multiple miscarriages in the year prior. My first birthing experience hadn't exactly gone to plan either and then I was also being told that my baby was potentially "too big" for me to birth so my fears and anxieties were definitely at max. Using many of her treatments available Alison not only helped me to enjoy my pregnancy but she also helped to give me enough confidence to go ahead and visualise and hope for my dream birth without letting the many fears get in the way. And it worked!! In July this year I experienced the most amazing birth when we welcomed our beautiful 9lbs 2.5oz baby girl in the birthing pool surrounded only by candles, the smell of frankincense and a supportive husband and midwife.
I believe that whatever your fears, concerns, aches or pains are Alison will be able to help you. She is great at what she does and if nothing else her calm and positive vibe is infectious. Highly recommended and for me she helped me to achieve exactly what it says on the tin... An empowering birth!"
I believe that whatever your fears, concerns, aches or pains are Alison will be able to help you. She is great at what she does and if nothing else her calm and positive vibe is infectious. Highly recommended and for me she helped me to achieve exactly what it says on the tin... An empowering birth!"
Claire
Hypnotherapy & Reflexology
*****
"I can't recommend Alison enough! She is patient and so knowledgeable and knows exactly what to say and do in order to best support you during your pregnancy. She has made me feel so much more informed, in control and most importantly, positive. Reflexology is an excellent way to de stress and relax during pregnancy and the power of hypnotherapy should not be underestimated. Thank you Alison for all you have done so far and I can't wait to experience the rest of my pregnancy from a calmer and more positive place!"
Lauren
Maternity reflexology review
*****
"I would highly recommend Alison’s services. She is such a lovely positive lady who knows her stuff! I only learned about her towards the end of my second pregnancy, and I wish I’d known her sooner! After being induced in my first pregnancy and having had a bad experience, I wanted to avoid this the second time round. I had 2 post dates reflexology sessions which were lovely and I felt super chilled after them. Alison really filled me with confidence and I’m so pleased that I had the natural birth I wanted"
Laura Jane
Review of maternity reflexology
*****
"Fab pregnancy reflexology session! I can't wait to book another one and feel that relaxed again"
Kirsty
Hypnotherapy for needle phobia
*****
"I had one of the worst needle phobias some of the midwifes had ever seen, I would get myself into such a mess nobody could get near me, even talking about getting bloods done would put me into a panic and make me run for the door, I had no idea why I feared them so much.
I met up with Alison in my second trimester and she worked with me for a few weeks helping me get to the bottom of my phobia and the anxiety around needles.
I can now say with a massive smile on my face I am now needle phobia free and have no anxiety towards them.
I will be always be forever grateful for everything Alison has done for me and making my sons first day into the world be as relaxed and chilled out as it could be.
This has change my life forever!
Thanks you so much from the bottom of my heart Alison your one in a million" (shortened review)
I met up with Alison in my second trimester and she worked with me for a few weeks helping me get to the bottom of my phobia and the anxiety around needles.
I can now say with a massive smile on my face I am now needle phobia free and have no anxiety towards them.
I will be always be forever grateful for everything Alison has done for me and making my sons first day into the world be as relaxed and chilled out as it could be.
This has change my life forever!
Thanks you so much from the bottom of my heart Alison your one in a million" (shortened review)
Ruth on hypnotherapy
Review
*****
"I'm genuinely struggling to find the right words to describe how utterly amazing Alison is and how fabulous she was at assisting with my severe phobia. I only wish I had found her years ago during my first pregnancy! I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for hypnotherapy or for the birth preparation services that she offers. This lady is a game changer...!!!"
Kelly
Review of hypnobirthing and reflexology
*****
After an extremely traumatic birth of my son, who was delivered by an emergency c section, I felt having another section was the only way I could have complete control over my second birth. I was overcome with stress and anxiety at the start of my pregnancy and booked my section for my due date. I then opted for Hypnobirthing and reflexology to try and ease this.
I never would of imagined that my second pregnancy would be so relaxed and that I would have the confidence in myself to trust my instinct & my decisions. I never thought for one second I could go past my due date and feel safe in the knowledge that I was making the right decision and actually enjoy trying to get into labour!! I loved having my "reflexology time" every Saturday and know this was a contributing factor to starting labour naturally. It helped me to become calm, relaxed and prepared for the birth of my daughter Chrissy. It eased the stress and tension and smoothed the path for my natural delivery. Starting labour on my own has helped me to recover so much more quickly than section, which was important as I had a 2 year old at home. I was driving and back on my feet in a couple of days.
I got my wish of vbac and I'm on cloud nine!! Hypnobirthing and reflexology is truly one of the best experiences as my outlook on everything has changed.
I never would of imagined that my second pregnancy would be so relaxed and that I would have the confidence in myself to trust my instinct & my decisions. I never thought for one second I could go past my due date and feel safe in the knowledge that I was making the right decision and actually enjoy trying to get into labour!! I loved having my "reflexology time" every Saturday and know this was a contributing factor to starting labour naturally. It helped me to become calm, relaxed and prepared for the birth of my daughter Chrissy. It eased the stress and tension and smoothed the path for my natural delivery. Starting labour on my own has helped me to recover so much more quickly than section, which was important as I had a 2 year old at home. I was driving and back on my feet in a couple of days.
I got my wish of vbac and I'm on cloud nine!! Hypnobirthing and reflexology is truly one of the best experiences as my outlook on everything has changed.
Fiona
*****
Hypnobirthing Review
We can't speak highly enough of Alison and her Hypnobirthing classes. We feel thoroughly prepared for the natural birth that we hope for now that we're armed with breathing, visualisation and relaxation techniques. We would recommend Alison's classes to anyone who hopes to have natural childbirth or has any anxiety over the birth. Thank you so much Alison, you've been amazing!
Craig
Hypnobirthing review
*****
I can't thank Allison enough for the help she gave my wife and I in preparing for the birth of our little boy.
We found the NHS antenatal classes somewhat depressing, focussing largely on how to manage pain. Allison taught us that a natural birth didn't have to be that way, and gave Janine confidence heading in to her labour. In the event, the use of hypnobirthing breathing techniques allowed little Cameron to be birthed in comfort.
Allison is terrific; bubbly, welcoming and really knows her stuff. I'd recommend her to any first-time parents.
We found the NHS antenatal classes somewhat depressing, focussing largely on how to manage pain. Allison taught us that a natural birth didn't have to be that way, and gave Janine confidence heading in to her labour. In the event, the use of hypnobirthing breathing techniques allowed little Cameron to be birthed in comfort.
Allison is terrific; bubbly, welcoming and really knows her stuff. I'd recommend her to any first-time parents.
Janine
Hypnobirthing review
*****
I can't recommend Alison enough.
I had read about hypnobirthing online and I was keen to learn more and have a hypnobirth for my first baby. I consider myself very lucky to have been taught by Alison. I don't think I've ever met someone who is so passionate about what they do.
My husband and I enjoyed her classes and practising the techniques at home and I found myself being very excited and looking forward to giving birth.
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My labour was perfect. I can remember arriving at the AMU thinking that I wasn't very far on and that I would be sent home. So, I was shocked to find out that I was at 8cm! I laboured and birthed in complete comfort with no pain relief. My husband also told me that I barely made a sound throughout.
Alison is amazing at what she does and is one of the nicest people you could hope to meet. If you want a hypnobirth please do Alison's course. You won't regret it
I had read about hypnobirthing online and I was keen to learn more and have a hypnobirth for my first baby. I consider myself very lucky to have been taught by Alison. I don't think I've ever met someone who is so passionate about what they do.
My husband and I enjoyed her classes and practising the techniques at home and I found myself being very excited and looking forward to giving birth.
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My labour was perfect. I can remember arriving at the AMU thinking that I wasn't very far on and that I would be sent home. So, I was shocked to find out that I was at 8cm! I laboured and birthed in complete comfort with no pain relief. My husband also told me that I barely made a sound throughout.
Alison is amazing at what she does and is one of the nicest people you could hope to meet. If you want a hypnobirth please do Alison's course. You won't regret it
Natalie
Hypnobirthing review
*****
Absolutely loved the hypnobirthing course and would thoroughly recommend to anyone wanting to feel relaxed and enjoy their pregnancy!! X
Fiona
Hypnobirthing review
*****
We can't speak highly enough of Alison and her Hypnobirthing classes. We feel thouroughly prepared for the natural birth that we hope for now that we're armed with breathing, visualisation and relaxation techniques. We would recommend Alison's classes to anyone who hopes to have natural childbirth or has any anxierty over the birth. Thank you so much Alison, you've been amazing!
Caryna
Hypnobirthing review
*****
I can not thank Alison enough! I attended a block of classes in November in preparation for my baby due in January. As a first time mum I was extremely nervous and didn't know what to expect in bringing my baby into the world as everyone else's stories seemed to be like something from a nightmare. I went into labour 1 day before my due date, done 7 hours at home myself with no pain relief (while everyone in my house stayed in bed sleeping) went to the hospital and 45 minutes later had my 7lb 8oz little boy in my arms. I can honestly say I enjoyed the full experience as I was calm all the way which I was taught at my classes. The class hasn't only helped me I have the most calm & content baby you could ever ask for. Thanks for everything Alison! Xxx
Samantha
Hypnobirthing and hypnotherapy review
*****
Cannot recommend Alison's services enough ! Falling pregnant meant that I was needing to face my biggest phobia....needles! Having been referred to Alison after refusing routine blood tests, her hypnotherapy worked wonders and I managed to have my bloods taken several times throughout my pregnancy as well as be given an IV drip after labour. I also participated with her hypnobirthing sessions which I would advise any nervous expectant parents to attend if possible ! I had suc...h a quick labour (4 hours from first twinge to holding my baby) and I found hypnobirthing really helpful. At the start of my labour I was completely relaxed and focused without a hint of fear. I managed to give birth to a beautiful baby girl 7lb 15 with only gas and air and also in really quick time.
Alison is extremely friendly and approachable and is willing to go the extra mile where she can. Like I've already said, I cannot recommend her enough !
Alison is extremely friendly and approachable and is willing to go the extra mile where she can. Like I've already said, I cannot recommend her enough !
Leigh
Hypnotherapy
*****
Can't thank Alison enough for her help, attended treatment for a couple of months and it was really useful. Would definitely recommend Alison to anyone
Janet
Hypnobirthing
*****
Highly recommended! My husband and I recently completed a Hypnobirthing course with Alison in readiness for the birth of our baby. It was a fantastic experience and we both feel well equipped for our birthing experience (which could happen anytime now!) thank you Alison!
