What exactly is hypnobirthing and how is it different from standard antenatal classes?

Hypnobirthing is a birth preparation method that combines evidence-based education, breathing techniques and deep relaxation. Rather than going in without specific preparation, Wita’s hypnobirthing takes place over an intensive weekend in groups of 4–5 couples: it works on managing fear, gives your partner practical tools and builds a birth plan on up-to-date evidence.

How much does the course cost and how many couples take part?

The course costs €195 per couple and runs in very small groups of 4–5 couples to guarantee personal attention.

In which week of pregnancy is it best to start?

Ideally between weeks 20 and 28 of pregnancy, although we adapt the programme if you’re further along.

Pregnant woman preparing for birth with hypnobirthing

Hypnobirthing Birth Preparation in Granada, in Person and Online

Intensive birth preparation over one weekend in Granada. Small groups of 4–5 couples, in person or online. For you and your partner.

€195 / couple 8 hours of training in total Granada · In person and online Small groups Partner actively involved

Couple practising hypnobirthing techniques in a birth preparation session

What is hypnobirthing and how does it prepare you for birth?

Hypnobirthing is a form of birth preparation that combines breathing for each stage, deep relaxation and education about how your body works during labour. It isn’t clinical hypnosis: no trance, no hypnotist. It’s active, conscious preparation to go into birth better informed and less afraid.

You won’t lose control or be “asleep”. Quite the opposite: the aim is to arrive fully present, informed and confident to make decisions during your birth.

Mental relaxation techniques during labour are backed by scientific evidence: they help reduce the perception of pain and improve maternal wellbeing. In the course we build on that foundation so you reach your birth day feeling ready.

Pregnant woman with her family, mindful pregnancy support

Whether it’s your first birth or not

If you’re pregnant and want to arrive informed, calm and equipped, hypnobirthing is for you. In Granada or, if you can’t come, online.

Pregnant women from week 20
Couples where the partner wants to take an active part
Physiological birth, planned caesarean or induction
Mums who had a difficult previous birth and want to heal

Hypnobirthing tools work for any type of birth. It isn’t only for “natural” births: calm, breathing and information help in every scenario. Relaxation techniques are beneficial whatever type of birth is planned.

What does a hypnobirthing course cover?

Pregnant woman practising breathing techniques for labour

Breathing and relaxation

Specific breathing techniques for each stage of labour and deep relaxation with guided visualisations. Relaxation boosts oxytocin and endorphins, the hormones that support a physiological birth.

Tools for your partner

Massage, pressure points, communication. So they can be your best support during labour. Studies show that an informed, calm partner makes a significant difference to the birth experience.

Writing a personalised, evidence-based birth plan

An evidence-based birth plan

How to write it using evidence-based information. Your rights, informed consent and the options you can ask for. Every woman should be able to write her birth plan with accurate, up-to-date information.

Setting up the ideal environment for a physiological birth

Your birth environment

How to create the ideal conditions for a physiological birth, wherever you are.

Hypnobirthing: what it is and what it isn’t (myths and facts)

It isn’t stage hypnosis or losing control
It doesn’t guarantee a pain-free birth, but it significantly reduces fear and the perception of pain
It isn’t only for “natural” births: it works for any type of birth
It isn’t an alternative to medical care: it’s a different approach that covers what standard medical preparation doesn’t

How is hypnobirthing different from standard antenatal classes?

Wita Maternidad’s hypnobirthing preparation is different from the medical preparation offered by a midwife: it works on managing fear, breathing stage by stage and the emotional tools that public services don’t cover.

	Standard classes	Hypnobirthing with Wita
Group size	15–20 people	Small groups
Schedule	Set by the health centre	In person in Granada or online
Partner’s role	Observer	Active participant with concrete tools
Approach	General preparation	Stage-by-stage breathing + relaxation
Follow-up	No follow-up after sessions	Real support through to the postpartum period

The two are compatible and reinforce each other: many families do the health-centre classes AND the hypnobirthing course.

Small group of couples in a hypnobirthing course

How does hypnobirthing birth preparation work?

Intensive format Saturday 4 h + Sunday 4 h · 8 hours of birth preparation

In person in Granada · Also online Come in person to Granada or join live by video call from anywhere

Small groups 4–5 couples maximum for a close, personal experience

Next dates: coming soon Sign up and we’ll let you know as soon as places open. Groups of 4–5 couples, limited places

Everything you need to prepare for your birth with confidence

Audiovisual meditations

Support material with guided meditations and visualisations to practise before and during labour.

Complete guide

A dossier with everything we covered: breathing techniques, positions, birth plan and evidence resources.

Community of experts

Access to a community of professionals to answer your questions after the course.

10% off breastfeeding support

An exclusive 10% discount on Wita’s breastfeeding support.

How much does a hypnobirthing course in Granada cost?

€195

per couple · full course

Includes the 8 hours of training (in person or online), all the audiovisual material, the complete guide, community access and 10% off breastfeeding support.

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Hypnobirthing FAQs

Is hypnobirthing the same as hypnosis?

No. Hypnobirthing is a birth preparation method, not clinical hypnosis. Nobody is put into a trance and there is no hypnotist. The name can be confusing, but the practice consists of specific breathing techniques, guided visualisation and education about the physiology of birth.

Does hypnobirthing work if my first birth was difficult?

Yes, especially. The information and emotional-management techniques of hypnobirthing can change the experience of a second birth significantly.

Is hypnobirthing compatible with an epidural?

Yes. Hypnobirthing techniques are useful whether or not you choose pain relief. They prepare you to make informed decisions during labour and to go through each stage more calmly.

How much is the hypnobirthing course in Granada?

The price is €195 per couple. It includes 8 hours of training in small groups, in person in Granada or online.

Sources

Madden K, et al. (2016). Hypnosis for pain management during labour and childbirth. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 5:CD009356.
Smith CA, et al. (2018). Relaxation techniques for pain management in labour. Cochrane Database Syst Rev.
WHO (2018). WHO recommendations: intrapartum care for a positive childbirth experience. Geneva: WHO.
FAME — Federation of Midwives’ Associations of Spain. Recommendations on birth plans.

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Related services

After the birth, we’re there for you with our breastfeeding support in Granada. Home or online consultations, with a full assessment and one week of follow-up.

Want to know more about the science behind the method? Read our complete evidence-based hypnobirthing guide (in Spanish).

Afraid of giving birth? That’s normal. Find out why fear makes labour longer and how to break the cycle (in Spanish).

Live in Granada or looking for local information? See the complete guide to hypnobirthing in Granada 2026 (in Spanish): what it is, what it costs, what the science says and how to choose a course.

Do you know your rights in labour? Read about respectful birth in Spain: legislation, data and reality (in Spanish).

Do you know what obstetric violence is? Read the data on obstetric violence in Spain and how to protect yourself (in Spanish).