Can Hypnosis Ease Childbirth?

A reader of Dr. Andrew Weil's website asks the doctor if hypnosis can help ease the pains and discomfort of childbirth.

She asks:

"I am pregnant with my first child and currently exploring my options for childbirth education classes. I am particularly interested in hypnobirthing and was hoping to get your opinion about the technique."

His answer:

"Hypnobirthing is simply the use of hypnosis during pregnancy and childbirth. Hypnosis can reduce morning sickness, anxiety and labor pain. I'm enthusiastic for personal reasons. Three weeks before the birth of my daughter, I asked hypnotherapist Steve Gurgevich, a friend and colleague, to do a session with my then-wife Sabine in the interest of a timely, quick, uncomplicated delivery. "

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Dr. Oz on Hypnotherapy

"Like guided imagery, hypnosis uses the focused power of the mind and imagination to improve health, change a behavior like smoking or achieve emotional balance. In a relaxed state of concentrated attention, ideas and suggestions seem to have a powerful impact on the mind."

Oprah on Meditation

"We believe in meditating. I believe in meditating in the tub with some very nice bath products. You can sit in the chair, you can sit on the floor, you can sit in the window, you can sit in the tub. I give myself at least ten minutes every day in some form of meditation. I happen to like the tub."