Hypnosis, Hypnotherapy, Hypnobirth, Hypnobirthing, Hypnobirthing Classes, Hypnosis for Childbirth, Hypno Doula, Doula, Childbirth, Natural Childbirth, The Tao of Birthing, Childbirth Preparation, Los Angeles

"Caitlin teaches a wonderful class - practical, thought provoking and with great respect for each couple's fears and concerns. I appreciated her flexibility with the syllabus and the time spent answering our many questions. I now feel so confident and excited to birth."
-Wendy W.

"We will never be able to convey the impact you've made on our lives. You have given us a wonderful memory through your care and dedication as our doula. Thank God we found you! We'll always consider you a part of our family."
- Terri I.

"Thank you again and again for the encouragement, support, wisdom and caring you brought to our first birth. It was truly a dream come true."
-Lauren S.

"Every time a child comes into the world, another light goes on. Thank you for helping to light up the world!"
- Lee M.

"Thank you for all the care and energy you provided us. We could not have had such a peaceful and secure birth experience if you had not been there offering your loving support."
— Diana K.

“We will never forget your part in creating our family. Thank you!"
- Vanessa D.
Academy Award Recipient, 2008

THE TAO OF BIRTHING^®
Birth Preparation Classes
Holistic Childbirth With Hypnosis

Experience a confident, peaceful birthing journey

Explore the pros and cons of all birthing circumstances while paving the way for a non-medicated process. This path combines metaphysics with medicine, hypnosis with conscious choice, and setting intensions with the art of surrender. A realistic and humanistic approach will guide you safely.

As East meets West, Tao of Birthing classes are recognized as informational, inspirational, enlightening, profound and fun, proving immeasurably successful in sustaining a sense of serenity throughout labor and birth - Mother, Father, Partner, Baby, Body, Mind & Spirit - no matter what may occur along your way.

LEARN
to bring the peace and beauty of a home birth to your hospital

Traditional hospital protocols & procedures

Alternative tools & techniques
Hypnosis, Visualizations, Guided Imagery
Potential of Subconscious Mind
NLP
The Art of Surrender
Cultural Beliefs and Philosophies
Anatomy & Physiology
What Babies Want Enutero

Postures, Positions and Movement
Massage & Acupoints

Tao Breath

Productive Voice

Teas & Remedies
Secrets of Midwives
Partners as Doulas or Doula Assistants
The viewing of (natural) birth films
Compose rewarding Birth Preferences
Basic Breast Feeding

Blending philosophy with knowledge from Caitlin's extensive training, certifications and experience as a Birth Doula, Hypnotherapist and Massage Therapist, "The Tao of Birthing" offers a full range of understanding for your preparation and birth experience. An education and Master's Degree in Spiritual Psychology adds confirmation to the mystical aspects of your (and your baby's) incredible journey.

BENEFITS
Enhanced comfort, energy and bonding for Mother and Child

Eliminates Fear-Tension-Pain Syndrome
throughout labor & birth
Shortens the first stage of labor by several hours
Creates a powerful role for Partner/Husband
Allows your baby a self-directed birth experience
Affords your baby an alert beginning
Increases the ease of breast feeding
Provides a rapid postnatal recovery

Renowned teachers such as Ina May Gaskin, Pamela England, Penny Simkin, Papa Joe (Indigenous Maori Midfather from New Zealand), and the verses of Lao Tzu's "Tao" are among the inspirational core to The Tao of Birthing.

RECEIVE

Handouts from "The Tao of Birthing®" Guidebook
2 "Tao of Birthing®" Hypno-CDs
Individual Attention
Unlimited Phone Support

NOW
Picture or Imagine…

…birthing easily and gracefully, peacefully and pleasurably with the greatest sense of surrender and control. The Tao of Birthing is not only an education and a practice, but a "consciousness," encompassing and providing an expansive, thorough education for all participants, for families-to-be.

HYPNO-DOULA ASSISTANCE (top^)
Doula service on hiatus as of August 2009

"Doula," a Greek term meaning "mothering the mother" provides continuous support and knowledge throughout the process of childbirth. Educated and skilled in comfort measures, Doulas instill confidence and a sense of safety for birthing mothers, reducing the length of labor by 25%.

With the added skill and technique of hypnosis, perception of pain is diminished.

As your Hypno-Doula, I provide Hypnotherapy, Massage Therapy, Aromatherapy and thirteen years experience as a Birth Doula to create a whole-istic, joyous experience for you and your new family.

In birthing, my primary focus is YOU and YOUR BABY. You’ll receive undivided emotional, physical and spiritual support in conjunction with the above-mentioned skills, plus many others. I will discuss all medical suggestions and options with you and your partner. He/She will then represent your combined "voice" when addressing hospital staff with questions or requests. This ensures that your concentration is not compromised, (an aspect of birthing in hospital, which is covered in detail during classes and private meetings). Your partner and I will work together as one caring entity from beginning to end, and for at least an hour beyond.

In cases of an absent partner, I do assist with medical communication, should any be needed.

Hypno-Doula Services Include: 2 meetings, 2 Tao of Birthing CDs for home practice, handouts, black & white birth photographs, homeopathy, aromatherapy, massage, and unlimited phone support.
Massage for Prenatal and Birthing Preparation as additional service.
Space Clearing nurseries with Balinese Ceremonial Blessings as additional service.

Located in Los Angeles, California
For more information or free phone consultation call 310.663.9390