Welcome to this guided session on managing pain during childbirth.
Find a comfortable position,
Close your eyes and take a deep breath in and slowly exhale.
Allow yourself to relax and let go of any tension.
As you breathe deeply,
Focus on the sensation of your breath entering and leaving your body.
Inhale deeply and exhale slowly.
With each breath you are becoming more calm and centered.
Now let's visualize the journey ahead.
Imagine yourself in a safe and peaceful environment surrounded by love and support.
You are strong and your body knows what to do.
When the sensations of labor begin,
Remember that each surge is a step closer to meeting your baby.
As you feel the wave of discomfort,
Remind yourself of the power within you.
You can say to yourself,
My body is designed to give birth to my baby.
I trust my body.
The pain is a way for my body to communicate with me.
This pain is so meaningful.
This pain helps me to give birth.
I have inner wisdom and strength.
Picture the pain as a wave.
It rises,
Peaks and then gently recites.
And when it's gone,
It's gone forever.
With each breath you breathe through it.
Allow it to wash over you without resistance.
Take a deep breath in and exhale,
Feeling the tension release.
As you continue to breathe,
Repeat the following affirmations silently or out loud.
I trust my body to guide me through this experience.
Each surge brings me closer to my baby.
I embrace the sensations and allow them to flow through me.
Feel your body relax more and more with each affirmation.
Know that it's okay to feel discomfort.
It's a natural part of the process.
You are not alone.
You are surrounded by support.
Now let's focus on your breath.
Inhale deeply.
Hold for a moment and exhale slowly.
Visualize your breath as a wave of calmness that flows through your body,
Soothing every muscle and releasing any fear.
As labor progresses,
Find a re-through in your breath.
Inhale for four counts.
Hold for four and exhale for six.
Repeat the cycle a few times.
Before we continue,
Let's take a moment to understand how practicing affirmations and breathing techniques can train your mind.
When I repeat affirmations,
I am actively reshaping my thought patterns.
This process helps to replace unhelpful beliefs and self-doubt with positive,
Empowering thoughts.
Over time,
This practice strengthens the natural pathways,
The neural pathways associated with positivity,
Making it easier to access the uplifting beliefs when I need them the most.
Breathing techniques,
On the other hand,
Activate the body's relaxation response.
Deep,
Rhythmic breathing signals to my brain that I am safe.
As I practice deep breathing,
I am training my mind to be calm and focused,
Even in the face of discomfort.
This combination of affirmations and breathing cultivates a sense of control and resilience,
Empowering me to face the sensations of childbirth with confidence.
As we come to the end of this session,
Take a moment to reflect on the strength within you.
You are capable,
You are resilient,
And you can manage the sensations of the childbirth with grace.
When the time comes,
Trust in your body and the process.
You are prepared,
And you are ready to welcome your baby into this world.
Take one last breath in,
And exhale slowly.
When you are ready,
Gently open your eyes,
Feeling refreshed and empowered.
