North Manchester, Lancashire

Natalie Qureshi's profile

Contact details

email nataliequreshi@natalhypnotherapy.co.uk

mobile:078 666 16154
website: www.learnpositivebirth.com

Why I became a practitioner

I first discovered and used Natal Hypnotherapy while preparing for the birth of my daughter, who was born two years ago. I believe that giving birth can be an extremely positive experience for women and their partners, especially when given the right preparation, environment and support. I believe the skills and techniques I learnt through Natal Hypnotherapy helped me to have the kind of birth I had hoped for. I chose to qualify as a practitioner, feeling passionately that I wanted to help others access the same preparation and skills which had benefitted me.

My core beliefs surrounding pregnancy and birth

I believe that all women know instinctively how to give birth in a way which is as straightforward as possible for both themselves and their babies. This instinct and innate knowledge can become clouded and ‘lost’ through a fear of giving birth - often perpetuated through negative images and stories present in both the media and throughout wider society. Giving birth can be an experience to be celebrated and approached with positivity rather than trepidation. Natal Hypnotherapy is a practical and realistic way to reduce fear and to re-connect with instinctive birthing. 

My experience of working with pregnant women and my personal experience of Natal Hypnotherapy

As mentioned, I have used Natal Hypnotherapy myself as part of my wider preparation for giving birth. Whilst I instinctively agreed with many of the principles underpinning Natal Hypnotherapy, I was hopeful but unsure about being able to put what I learnt into action during labour. My labour had a few minor complications, which meant that I was on a medical ward and continuously monitored - a very different scenario from the birthing suite I had planned to be in. Despite the change in environment, using the Natal Hypnotherapy techniques allowed me to remain calm, confident and able respond instinctively to my labour. My labour lasted for six hours and I did not feel the need for any pain relief.

What women can gain from attending my courses

Women and their birthing partners will feel confident, calm, and emotionally and physically prepared after attending my course. Women will learn how self-hypnosis and deep relaxation can be used in preparation and during birth to contribute towards a positive birth experience.