Episode 13: Reducing fear around birth with Hannah Willsmore

Hannah Willsmore is a Registered/Endorsed Midwife, IBCLC and award-winning childbirth educator based in Adelaide, South Australia. With experience in a range of hospitals and maternity settings, her qualifications and knowledge give her the insight to help women achieve a positive pregnancy, birth and early parenting journey. She has completed further studies in hypnobirthing, graduated as a Life Coach, and gained postgraduate midwifery qualifications. Hannah is also the host of the informative Changing Birth Podcast. Hannah’s passion for education & holistic, evidence-based care has guided her to build an array of midwifery services available locally & remotely. Whether you’re looking for antenatal & postnatal in-home midwifery, hypnobirthing courses or phone consultations - she offers exceptional support with a down-to-earth attitude! 

In this episode we discuss:

• Hannah's advice to someone who's pregnant and terrified of giving birth
• Tips and strategies for people to do in pregnancy to work through their fears of birth
• How mindfulness/ meditation and breath work have a role in reducing fear around birth
• The impact your care provider has on reducing fear around birth
• Preparation is key, what might birth preparation look like...
• End of pregnancies fears such as big baby, and perineal tearing… how women can work through these fears 

You can find Hannah at:
https://www.hannahwillsmore.com/

Hannah's favourite books:

Reclaiming Childbirth as a rite of passage- Rachel Reed
The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth by Sophie Walker from Australian Birth Stories & Jodi Wilson
Ina May Gaskin 

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Amber has educational self-paced courses, Womb to World, Prepare for Postpartum and many more. Check out www.bodybirthandbaby.com.au to sign up for her holistic courses that aim to prepare you for birth and postpartum.

Disclaimer: Please note the information in this course is for education purposes only, ensure you reach out to your care provider for individualised advice, as this does not constitute medical advice as this is general education only. Body, Birth & Baby will not be liable for any losses/damage/ expenses/ injury as you should not be reliant on this information