FreshStart Birth Hypnosis
Frequently Asked Questions
- How does this course compare to other courses – what is the difference?
This program is based on the premise that, with careful preparation, labor does not need to be a particularly painful experience.
The usual pain associated with childbirth is caused by
a) Tension in the muscles and tendons involved in the birthing process and
b) The fear and anxiety often experienced by mothers in labor
The effects of both of these are either eliminated or massively minimized through birth hypnosis programs.
However, not all hypnosis for birth programs are equal.
FreshStart is unique in that it is the only birth hypnosis program that delivers the following:
1. Ease of access
FreshStart is available immediately and online. It can be accessed at any time through any computer. You do not need to search for a local hypnobirth practitioner with whom you feel comfortable. You do not have to fit in with anyone else’s schedule. You can access the program in the middle of the night if you wish.
2. Duration of Access
Your access to the program never expires. You can begin today and you will retain access to all the sessions, materials and bonus content forever – for every pregnancy. This level of access is far superior to a basic 5 or 12 week course.
3. Privacy and Comfort
The FreshStart Birth Hypnosis Program is accessed from the comfort and privacy of your home. Many other hypnobirthing practitioners require that you attend public group sessions on an inconvenient schedule and location in often less-than-comfortable surroundings
4. Consistency
Have you ever had a bad day? It’s natural for hypnobirthing instructors to experience situations when they don’t give their best to their clients because they’re tired or not feeling well. The FreshStart birth hypnosis program guarantees a consistently high quality experience – every time.
5. One on One
With other hypnobirthing programs, one on one sessions can be extremely costly whereas group sessions can leave you feeling that you didn’t get the full benefit of the course. FreshStart believes that only a course with a focus on the individual delivers the most benefit.
6. Price and Guarantee
At just $49USD (never any other charges) for complete and unlimited access to all materials forever, FreshStart is the most cost effective program available. Compare against hypnobirth courses ranging from $300 to $1200. PLUS - FreshStart is the ONLY birth hypnosis program we know of that offers and advertises a 100% money back guarantee. If you’re not satisfied you receive a full refund – no questions asked.
7. Full Materials
FreshStart offers complete course materials - audio downloads, online booklets, partner scripts, birthing tips, bonus materials & relaxation techniques included in the $49 price. Many other hypnobirth practitioners do not even offer these materials as part of their programs – and if they do, there’s often a significant extra charge.
8. Partner Input Optional
While the FreshStart birth hypnosis program does encourage the involvement of the prospective father or other birth partner, it’s not a necessary prerequisite for the successful completion of the program.
Many other practitioners insist that birth partners are present during the consultations. For many people (i.e. busy professionals, single mothers, shift workers etc) this insistence may not be practical, may be embarrassing or – worse - may create tension between the couple
While we do welcome and encourage the participation of the birth partner (there are in fact, special partner scripts for your use included as part of the program). FreshStart has been carefully designed so that the maximum benefit can be obtained by the mother participating alone if that is necessary or desirable.
The FreshStart™ Method
- How does FreshStart™ work?
- Will I be asleep? / WIll I hear everything?
- Will you make me do silly things like in a stage show?
- Can anyone be hypnotized?
- What are the breathing exercises and do I really have to do them?
- What if my doctor/midwife is not familiar with Hypnosis for Birth? Can I still use this method?
- If I am seeing a local practitioner, can I use this course?
- I’m having an “Alternative” Birth, Is this course right for me?
I’m having a Hospital Birth, Is this course right for me? - Will I feel any pain during birth?
- Are there any hidden or repeat costs?
- Can I buy a physical book and CDs?
- I want to buy this course for someone else – how can I do that?
- Do I need any special equipment?
Recognized by the American Medical Association, FreshStart uses established and safe hypnotherapeutic techniques to effect positive changes in your mind in order to ensure a stress free birth experience.
The FreshStart program helps you attain a heightened state of awareness that enables your conscious and unconscious mind to better communicate. It’s your subconscious mind that controls many of the automatic processes of the body (like blinking or blushing, say) – it also controls your body’s natural responses to stress and fear. This program will retrain your subconscious responses to the birth process so that instead of painfully tensing up during labor, your natural response will be to relax and engage your musculature in a more positive fashion.
The FreshStart Program consists of a series of short online books, worksheets, scripts and downloadable audio tracks designed to be listened to at different stages of pregnancy.
Some people think that when you are hypnotized you "go somewhere else", or will be asleep or that you won’t be able to hear. These are misconceptions. Yes, you will feel relaxed, pleasantly so. In fact you may feel more relaxed than you ever have before but mentally you will always remain right where you are. The feeling is similar to that wonderful feeling you have at night or in the morning when you are between being awake and being asleep - you’re not fully awake, yet if you heard an unfamiliar noise you would immediately come to attention to investigate.
When you listen to the audio part of this program you will hear every single word that I say. If you couldn’t, the program would not work.
When you have your baby, you will not be hypnotized at all. Your body will be in a state of relaxation your muscles ready to respond and your mind will be clear and focused.
You will be awake, and fully communicative with the people around you.
You will be free of anxiety, stress and fear.
Most people’s only experience of hypnotism is either from a stage hypnotist that they have seen on TV - someone who makes his audience perform silly tricks and appear to be out of control.
The truth is that, despite appearances, the participants are 100% in control. They are willing to perform in a certain way for the audience. When the stage hypnotist selects his "team" he always asks something similar to "Who wants to come on stage and have a lot of fun here tonight?"
Those that raise their hands have already mentally agreed that they will be willing participants. And, in the CONTEXT of the performance they will engage in seemingly silly acts.
The person under hypnosis is ALWAYS in control. If the stage hypnotist was to suggest to them that they throw themselves off a building do you think they would? Of course not. No one has that type of power.
I, for example, could ask you now to prepare for the program by turning the lights down and taking the phone off the receiver and I’m sure you would. However if I asked you to stand on your chair and bark like a dog. You would refuse. In the CONTEXT of this program my first two requests were reasonable but the third clearly out of the question.
In fact, you know this must be true. If hypnosis had the power to control people's minds, you would have read about me in the news as first I hypnotized naughty school children into behaving in class and then prison inmates into mending their criminal ways before making my way to the United Nations to hypnotize world leaders into behaving themselves!
No one can make you do something you do not want to do. The concept of hypnotized or programmed "zombies" is a Hollywood fabrication that is very entertaining in movies like The Manchurian Candidate and The Stepford Wives but does not have any factual basis!
Every single person of average intelligence or above can be guided into the hypnotic state providing they are willing, receptive and open minded to the program.
For this program to be maximally effective you must undertake some easy, simple breathing exercises at certain points during the program, and also during the childbirth period.
There are three types of exercises: Deep Breathing, Baby Breathing and Birth Breathing
Deep Breathing – This is a daily relaxing tool. This breathing is essential to ensuring that the information contained in the audio tracks are reinforced
Baby Breathing – This exercise is designed to reinforce the connections and bond between you and your baby
Birth Breathing – This is the breathing technique that is most useful when actually giving birth
The three exercises are designed to focus your mind on all that you have learned during the program, and – importantly during childbirth – trigger your subconscious to release endorphins and create a relaxed and peaceful state.
Most practitioners are familiar with at least the basics of birth hypnosis programs and are generally supportive of programs that are designed and proven to assist with a smooth labor. Some medical schools even train their students in hypnosis techniques.
We recommend that you inform your doctor or midwife as soon as possible so that they can incorporate the techniques that you will learn into your birth program.
This program is no substitute for professional medical advice.
While FreshStart is a complete program in itself, There is nothing in this program that is incompatible with the instruction you may receive from another trained and reputable practitioner in a one or one or group session.
No matter what birth style you choose, FreshStart has been carefully designed to accommodate your needs. The program has been tuned to ensure that it will assist you whether you choose to have your baby in hospital, at home, in a birthing pool or in any environment and location.
Similarly, if you choose (or choose not) to use drugs or have an epidural, even if you change your mind at the last moment! - The program will be just as effective.
In the event that medical intervention (such as a scheduled caesarian) is required, you will find yourself peaceful, relaxed and fully in control.
Any practitioner who states that their program guarantees a 100% pain free experience is not to be trusted.
However, the FreshStart program is based on the premise that, with careful preparation, labor does not need to be a particularly painful experience.
The usual pain associated with childbirth is caused by
a) Tension in the muscles and tendons involved in the birthing process and
b) The fear and anxiety often experienced by mothers in labor
The effects of both of these are either eliminated or massively minimized through FreshStart
The truth is that no program can promise the complete elimination of pain. However – if you follow the instructions in this program you will find that your pain is minimized.
Most clients report that having a relatively pain-free birth or one that they were able to easily manage.
The cost is just $49 for the complete hypnosis for birth program which takes you from today until beyond the birth – never any hidden fees, charges or upsells -nothing else to purchase, ever.
That’s unlimited access to the full program that you can download again and again as needed - for as long as you need it. And if for any reason whatsoever you’re unsatisfied, simply let us know by sending us an email within 60 days of purchase and we will refund your money – no questions asked & nothing to return.
FreshStart is only available online. The main reasons for this are as follows:
1. Immediate availability – no need to wait for books to be delivered by mail – you can get started right now.
2. Convenience – The course is taken through the computer, so its made available for purchase the same way.
3. Accessible anywhere: You can access the program from home, work or any computer with an internet connection.
4. Cost: Books are expensive to manufacture, package and ship – buy offering this program online we’re able to pass the savings on to you.
Yes. Many people like to purchase this program as a gift for a daughter, colleague or friend. Click below to purchase on behalf of a friend (you will need their email address)
You will be able to insert a special gift message so the recipient knows who to thank!
You will need:
A computer (to read the online book)
A method of playing a downloaded audio file so either.
A computer with reasonable speakers / earphones or,
IPod or other MP3 player
A way to transfer the file to CD and then play.
Each method is exactly as effective as the other.
You will also need a quiet space with a comfortable couch or high backed chair
General FAQ's
- Please explain the guarantee
- What’s the price in my currency?
The reputation of this method rests entirely on its effectiveness and your satisfaction with the program, So here is our 100% risk free money back guarantee.
If at any time up to 60 days you are unsatisfied with the program for any reason, simply click email Matt Godson at matt@freshstartmethod.com and say you'd like your money back. We will issue an immediate refund
In any case, you will retain everything you downloaded with our compliments.
No matter what currency you use you can sign up for FreshStart using your credit card. The $49US charge will be converted to your local currency and you will be billed at the current exchange rate automatically. FreshStart does not charge any additional costs.
For a general idea of the cost in your currency please click here.
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