Community Reflections

An archive of stories, insights and lived experience from women who have walked with Joymamma

These reflections are shared with permission and represent a range of lived experiences across pregnancy, birth and motherhood. Together, they honour the individuality of each woman’s journey and reflect the diversity of experiences within the Joymamma community.

Some experiences shared within the Joymamma community were never formally written up as full birth stories. In many cases, this was simply a matter of time and capacity rather than significance. These reflections are included to honour those voices and experiences - even if they were never formally documented.

Noah, born at SCUH, 31 Mar 2024

Hey Carrie, I just had my bub and had a SUPER empowering birth. I wanted to thank you for your wealth of knowledge & the confidence it raised in both myself & Jack. I’m really not sure how different things might have been had it not been for your course!! No amount of thank you’s could ever cover how grateful I am that you have helped in creating such a beautiful first time experience for me.

I woke up with some light cramping around 2:30 am on the 31/03, at this stage I was 41+1. I laid there with them for a while but definitely knew that today was the day! I woke Jack up at about 3-ish and told him I’d been having contractions. I got up to go to the bathroom & my waters broke on the tiles at 3:20 am (turns out later that it was actually only my hind waters). Laboured at home for a while, felt they started to get quicker (maybe about 3-5 minutes apart but the duration was inconsistent), so we called the midwives & they mentioned that because of my waters having been broken, that I’d be on a time limit for antibiotics & advised potentially coming in to confirm it was my waters.

So we decided to head in, & a midwife confirmed it was & sent us home to progress in labour. As soon as we got back home they really ramped up, closer to 2 minutes apart and very consistent, so we decided to head back to the hospital. Got to the hospital at about 9:30 am & another midwife offered to do a cervical exam which I agreed to & am thankful I did, as we found out that bub wasn’t even engaged yet & still had a bag of waters sitting in front of his head between my cervix, however I was 4 cms dilated. She mentioned she’d usually send people home at this phase of labour, but wanted me to stay just in case of cord prolapse as the bag of waters in front of his head increased this risk. Our doula Dani got us to do some rebozo while I was side lying on the bed & after about 10 minutes of this the waters broke (about 10:30am). The midwife rushed in to check me & thankfully he engaged perfectly & I didn’t experience a cord prolapse - however, they mentioned my waters showed bub pooped in the womb. This also meant unfortunately I wasn’t able to try a water birth. Turned on some calming music & continued to change positions attempting to keep active, before they really ramped up again & we resorted to the shower.

Jack held the hot water on my lower back & this seemed to help so much! We essentially stayed here the entire rest of my labour, and changed positions a few times until I found squatting on my hands and knees the best place to be. I asked for gas & air at some point but probably only used it for 30 mins as found it didn’t seem to help. At about 2:30 pm I felt ready to push & the midwives confirmed they could see his head so I was welcome to. He was out by 3:15 pm & I only suffered a small 1st degree tear which wasn’t in need of stitches. My placenta was born easily after only 15 minutes, and everything else post birth went perfectly.

Noah was born weighing 8lb 12oz, 55 cms long, 37 cm head circumference.

The midwives constantly offered interventions, but both Jack & I felt confident with our education & evaluating risks etc enough to decline everything & were so happy we did as my birth was completely physiological & seriously one of the best experiences of my life.
Rylee xx

Elia, born at home, 6 Mar 2024

Hello Carrie, I’m just writing to you to let you know that our little baby girl Elia was born two days ago, gently into water at home with no intervention after a 30 hour labour. Both Holly and bub are well and healthy and it has been the most incredible experience to share together. Thank you for being part of it through educating us with our course, it was very helpful and empowering and we managed to get the birth we were both dreaming of. Thanks again and all the best in the future!
Anton

Bowie, born at SCUH, 5 Mar 2024

We had to surrender to changing how we'd hoped our birth would look. But I really feel good about how we communicated and made hard choices. All the work we did with you, and beyond, paid off and made it a truly powerful experience. I ended up having a c-section, but got to also experience all the parts of labour too. At no point was I or Bowie in distress, his position had shifted during the contractions and he'd gotten a bit stuck. My anxiety is the lowest it's been in years and this transition has been truly wonderful. Kirstin x

Love all of the classes, can't get enough. Hubby and I have completed the HypnoBirthing course and Active Birth workshop together and I've enjoyed Prenatal Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Yoga for Birth.

Highly recommend Carrie and all of her knowledge.
Elle

Upon my first yoga class, I felt incredible. I felt so uplifted, invigorated and overall amazing. After HypnoBirthing we also felt so much more closer as a couple.

I loved the positivity that surrounded it. I love that it not only armed me with information for my birth, but life in general. I know that I need to slow down sometimes and just BREATHE.
Chloe

Wyatt, born at SCUH, 20 Feb 2024

We had the most beautiful birth and I felt so in control of my decisions and educated and empowered due to what both Aaron and I learnt from you. I had a beautiful birth, a positive in some way induction, a positive c section and had beautiful connections with Aaron. And although it obviously didn’t go to my birth preference it was beautiful I never once had anxiety, I never once questioned myself I felt so empowered and just knew all of my options etc. I cannot thank you enough for the things you taught us and guided us through. I know for a fact my birth would have been such a different experience had we not met you.
Holly x

Marlee, born at SCUH, 8 Jan 2024

Born safely and very calmly by c-section. Very healthy, both Marlee and Mum are doing great. Thank you so much for your help and support along the way Carrie, wouldn't have been the same without you. Thank you. Thank you for everything.
Caleb

Sadie, born at SCUH, 9 Nov 2023

Morning Carrie! Just wanted to let you know Tom and I brought our beautiful little girl into the world on her due date! Little Sadie initiated spontaneous labour at 11.30 pm with my membranes releasing at 7 am and she arrived at 10.35 am in the birthing pool. No drugs, no worries and just a whole bunch of love. We are absolutely smitten with her and could not thank you enough for all of your encouragement and support in our HypnoBirthing course. Tom was amazing and kept reminding me how my body was literally built to bring little Sadie into the world safely, even though I definitely considered using gas at a few points! It all went so perfectly ... thank you, ,thank you, thank you!!
Paisley x

We are forever grateful for the amazing birth experience we had. Carrie gave us all the tools and information we needed.

You truly are an amazing person and we are so glad we chose you to be a part of our story. Thank you Carrie.
Ash

I would like to credit Carrie for the work in which she does and the support in which she gives. Paul and I are so grateful to have met her and would highly recommend anyone who is pregnant or planning on having a baby to see her.

Each class Paul would come home and ask more questions and want to know more which for me was great as I think it prepared him to be a wonderful support partner.
Sarah

Phoebe, born at Buderim Hospital, 31 Oct 2023

Hi Carrie, wanted to share our exciting news! Our little girl made a very fast entrance after <5h of labour, foot first! She's gorgeous and very relaxed, we are thoroughly enjoying our baby bubble. Thank you for all of your guidance getting prepared, we needed it and we are so happy with our birth and how our little family came together. Mia x

Layla, born at SCUH, 3 Oct 2023

Hi Carrie, just wanted to reach out & say thank you so much for your wonderful HypnoBirthing program. A week of Layla tricking us thinking labour was starting everyday, all day contractions 40 seconds long 7 minutes apart just felt like bad cramping etc, I woke up at 1:30 am on the 3rd,, got out of bed waters went everywhere, intense first contraction was straight after, then back to back after that with barely any break in between. I had a moment to myself getting in my zone, felt so calm and ready listened to Hypnobirthing affirmations. We left home at 2:40 am had a beautiful car ride, had the window down, wind in my face. Jake said he was freezing haha! And I was there in my silk pjs with my head out the window smiling with each contraction, was very vocal too making a arhhhhh sound with a big smile through each surge, staying completely limp. Got to the hospital at 3:15 am walked in, got to the birth suite reception desk, dropped down on all 4’s and the midwives got down with me and asked how I felt. I was smiling as I was having a contraction quietly saying “she’s coming” they were like okay she’s probably a little bit off yet (guessing because I was so calm & my waters had just broke).

I walked into the birth suite they checked my pad as each contraction I was leaking fluid, bubby had done a poo so they said I couldn’t hop in the bath, they asked to put the bands and heart rate monitor on I calmly said yes (I did originally decline them) they just got them on so I just calmly walked myself into the shower took my headphones off, I had the song “life” by sleeping at last on repeat my midwife arrived she turned all the lights off, I walked into the shower she turned it on, I went down on all fours and breathed her down, moving into a squatting position hanging onto the rail, one hand on the rail other on my baby’s head as I breathed her down holding her head, couple deep breaths down I caught her and she was born at 3:30 am on the dot, I was in the shower 10 minutes and she was here. As me and Jake had a moment with her, no cry nothing she just looked up at me 10 minutes later. I laid with her skin to skin everyone left the room, the room was dark she self attached at 4 am. I breathed through each active strong contraction and sat on the birthing stool and birthed my placenta all naturally at 4:20 am was exactly 50 minutes after birth then cut the cord not long after.

It was the most beautiful birth, her heart rate and oxygen level never changed the whole time we were at the hospital she was so calm and still is. I can’t wait to birth again and will definitely be having at least one more baby hehe, Most nights the last 2 weeks I keep dreaming about my birth, just like a replay it’s so special, I just smile every time I look at her, we are so so in love with her .

I can’t thank you enough for your HypnoBirthing program and love - I couldn’t have had this birth without you & my amazing naturopath Sharon Hudson from Fire and Water healing Maleny, she had me on apigenin for risk of haemorrhage, rasberry leaf extract & high dose of magnesium & some other vitamins, weekly acupuncture from Renee from bloom Chinese medicine to prepare everything as well and chiropractor weekly. Thank you again beautiful Carrie, I have recommended handfuls of ladies to you. Maddi xx

Beau, born at SCUH, 23 Sept 2023

Hey Carrie, I just wanted to write and say thank you again for your teachings of hypnobirthing. We met our son at 37+1 after a wild journey of membranes rupturing at 35 wks, lots of antibiotics and ending in an induction after 8 days of inconsistent bouts of surges. I lost 2.4 L of blood and am recovering super well and I am grateful for the team at SCUH. Everything we learned from you helped us more than you could know. Despite the birth journey being so different to expectations, we were able to go with the flow much easier than if we went in blind. Thank you again. Brittany & Joshua xx

I loved Carrie's gentle manner, her positivity, the depth of knowledge she has and how she was so passionate about teaching others how amazing birth really is.
Sarah

Carrie is an amazing teacher and her kindness and love will help anyone that gets the chance to take part in one of her classes.

Not only was she our teacher, but at the end of it she became a friend who you can trust and ask for help at any time.
Renee

Carrie's lovely nature and calming voice made me feel much more confident in my ability to birth. I felt loved and supported which is an amazing feeling when you're pregnant and feeling vulnerable.
Ash - Nambour General Hospital

Thank you Carrie, I cannot speak highly enough of the support you gave both myself and Craig, you were an integral part of one of life's most important events, the birth of a child.
Natalie - Nambour General Hospital

Carrie supported us as our Doula and we could not fault her throughout the entire 36 hr (!!) labour - she met us at the hospital entrance, encouraged, supported and stayed throughout the labour, even though we ended up with a c-section. She was present for the birth (our Obstetrician encouraged and welcomed her to attend in theatre).

My hubby was so glad she was there to support him, not only me. Carrie is such a special lady, she educated us in a technique that will last a lifetime for us and we will never forget our experience with her in bringing a perfect baby girl into the world.
Jess - Buderim Private Hospital

Carrie's presence at our birth was invaluable. She was calm under pressure and had the most supportive suggestions when interventions were recommended. Carrie truly helped us to achieve the natural birth we had desired. After the cesarean birth of our twin girls 8 years ago, this birth was truly healing. And although some moments were stressful, I learned so much about what is possible in birth with the right support. Thank you Carrie. Travis and I are eternally grateful for your support in helping us welcome little Leon.
Renee - SCUH

I was ecstatic, not exhausted. The first days and weeks of her life were pure bliss. Every mother deserves to experience this and it is possible with the right birth support! I am so thankful to Carrie for helping me. Emily - Nambour General Hospital

Her support was exactly what I needed, she always knew what to say and when. As Ari was born, Carrie was holding my hand and breathing her down with me (kindly reminding me when my pitch became too high!) Dallen - Homebirth

Jagannath, born at home, 3 Sept 2023

Our homebirth was absolutely amazing! Best decision I have ever made. I could really experience how my breathing helped him to come down. I was able to control the opening of my vagina with the alternation of my breathwork. As I felt some stinging I alternated the breathing to make the process easier and allow my vagina to stretch gently. I had a moment of panic but Pablo, Mary and Clare were able to bring me back to calm and focus. Pablo and I rested our foreheads together and sang a beautiful mantra. And minutes after that Jagannath was in my arms, he cried as soon as he came out but calmed by hearing Pablo's singing to him. Pablo was even crying in awe and amazement of the magical moment that we were experiencing. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful knowledge and for helping to change the world one family at a time! Yogamaya x

Remy, born at SCUH, 10 Aug 2023

As labour goes, it was a bit different to how we envisioned. I progressed vry fast to cm but my cervix wouldn't soften and stretch in one part for about 7 hours. I opted for an epidural, when I eventually became fully dilated I was told bub was struggling to descend into the birth canal, I was taken to theatre for trial forceps and then c-section. Your class helped Zac and I so much and I'm proud to brag that my midwife said we were one of the strongest birthing teams she had ever seen. Zac really protected my space and I was able to lean into his support. So a big huge thank you to you Carrie from our little family. Jozie xx

Hugo, born at Mater Hospital, 5 July 2023

Hi Carrie! Just wanted to share the wonderful news that Huge joined us earthside! The birth went so incredibly well and I felt so empowered through it all and look back at it feeling like I was superwoman. Thank you for everything. We both loved your course and it really helped turn my fear into excitement towards my labour experience. Little Hugo struggled and was in the NICU for quite a while. He is strong and resilient and Barry and I handled all the stress so well together. We are finally home now and all is going really well. Thanks again, Elise xx

Zaeli, born at SCUH, 26 Jun 2023

All natural labour with a little assistance in the end. Stayed at home until 7 cm dilated but took another 12 hrs for her to enter this world. Was completely in my zone between every surge and she entered as calm as she could be, latching straight away. Jay and I are so appreciative of everything you taught us and we still have the giggles to this day when looking at our bundle of love.
Big love, Jay, Sheridan & Zaeli

Arlo, born at SCUH, 3 May 2023

Hi Carrie, just letting you Arlo has arrived! The skills I took from attending your HypnoBirthing classes certainly helped me - even beyond birth. The midwives expressed how impressed they were with my control and breathwork through labour and how I was born to birth! A midwife even asked how I did it - and if I was a regular meditator. I'll take that! Love Morgan & Andrew xx

Hayes, born at Caboolture Hospital, 13 Apr 2023

Hi Carrie, happy to announce Hayes made a grand entrance 3 wks early weighing a healthy 6.3 pounds. My waters broke at 11.30 pm and he was delivered at 5 am. The midwives didn't think I was in labour because the waters test was negative but very quickly Luke was half catching him when everyone ran in. Thank you so much for all your help during our time in your HypnoBirthing classes, you definitely prepared us. Luke was absolutely amazing and in control of the situation perfectly because I was not able to talk for myself. Emma xx

Baby boy born at SCUH, 8 Feb 2023

So I had my VBAC. All natural with only minor complications! Active labour was about 3-4 hours and I pushed for 15 minutes. Thank you so much for everything! I can't thank you enough. And Chad was incredible!!! Absolutely everything I needed and more! I couldn't have done it without him. I went in on Tuesday for the balloon which she really struggled to do as my cervix was hard to get to and I was still only 1 cm and quite thick.… anyway my waters ended up breaking, I started having tightenings on and off from about 9.30 pm and they were about 10 mins apart by 2.30 am. I got up at 4 am as they were at 5 mins but still quite irregular. I set up the lounge with candles, music etc and spent some time with Chad before my toddler woke up.

My sister arrived pretty quickly and even though they had originally wanted me to come in and be induced plus take antibiotics at 6 am I declined. I didn't leave for the hospital until 8.30 am when they were 3-4mins apart and I just wanted to jump the the birthing suite shower. I didn't want to be checked when we arrived so we just set up the room and kept the surges going. I did end up getting a fever and my blood pressure was rising as well as baby's heart rate so I decided to take the antibiotics.

I continued on and was checked at about 11.30 am. I personally didn't want to know and thank god because I was only 5 cm but the way I was sounding and plus how thin and stretchy I felt, my midwife thought it could be quick. She was amazing and told me I was so close and she would start setting up the bath. She then had a chat with Chad and told him to just keep reassuring me I was so close. I honestly expected to be like 8-9 cms. If I had known I was only 5 cm I reckon I would have asked for the epidural.

So I got in the tub for about 30 mins or so but they were really struggling to track baby's heart rate (which they struggled with the whole labour) but by this point my mid wife was really recommending the scalp monitor as it was dropping and they were finding it hard to monitor. I agreed and got out to do that and they checked me and I was 10 cm. Probably why his heart rate was fluctuating but anyway. I had no energy to get back into the bath so I stayed on the bed and 15 mins later he was born. I did have a bit of bleeding afterwards because of some membranes that were stuck inside of me. But luckily I didn't end up in theatre.

So yeah only 1 hour to go from 5 cm to baby on my chest Was an incredible experience and obviously totally different to my last! Chad was honestly incredible. The only way I got through that was because of him. He's on such a high compared to feeling traumatised last time. We can't thank you enough! Extremely grateful we got to do your HypnoBirthing course and I've definitely recommended it to everyone! Rachael xx

Luna, born at SCUH, 20 Feb 2023

Hi Carrie, I've been meaning to message you but the baby bubble has been busy but absolute bliss! Nothing went to plan but we always said we had no absolutes and we would do what was the safest options. Luna was posterior but I did have a vaginal birth and I am so very thankful for that. Although we didnt' get to follow the birth preferences we had, HypnoBirthing equipped us with confidence to ask for space and time to make informed decisions. The breathing exercises have been so valuable during pregnancy, birth and now when I'm settling Luna. Thank you so much for the HypnoBirthing course and support, Very grateful we attended. Lulu & Redd x

Alina, born at SCUH, 26 Feb 2023

Just wanted to let you know our baby arrived safe into this world at 5:20 pm on Australia Day. Sadly we had to be induced early due to low blood sugars, but still didn’t change us having a wonderful birth. The day started with 8 nurses and doctors running in as baby flipped away from the cervix with risk of the cord blocking the exit, ready for an emergency c section. Michaela kept calm and accepted that may be what was required, with a miracle our amazing doctor got baby back in position and then the induction begun - 8 hrs of a very slow drip bringing on active labour for a remaining 2 hrs to the time Bub was born. She was born in the bath very comfortably with Michaela exercising all the breathing techniques perfectly, no pain relief, not 1 scream or even uncomfortable (it can be done). She even shocked all the nurses. Justin & Michaela xx

Arabella, born at SCUH, 25 Jan 2023

Hey Carrie! Just checking in to let you know we had our beautiful, healthy baby girl. Just wanted to thank you again. I got through labour at home thanks to you and all the breathing techniques we learnt! When we got to the hospital our birth plan went out the window as I started bleeding a lot, so no water birth but we were able to stay calm especially Pete - he was my rock through it all! We got to the hospital at 4.20 am and she arrived at 6.01 am! She's amazing! Tahnee xx

Minnie, born at SCUH, 25 Dec 2022

I booked in for augmentation Sunday morning but after experiencing fairly decent surges overnight on Saturday, they only had to release the rest of my membranes, then they had me on syntocinon for 45 mins before taking it off. My body was well and truly ready! About 3 hours later she was born in the water, very pleased with her birth. I was able to do it without any pain relief and Rory and I thank you for preparing us so well for the experience. I felt confident enough to speak up and only consented to things I was ready for and comfortable with. So thank you!
Kylie & Rory xx

Oliver, born at SCUH, 17 Dec 2023

Hi Carrie, I have been meaning to write to you to update you on how the birth of our little boy Oliver went! I woke up on Friday at about 10 pm with regular surges that were about 5 minutes apart and varying in length but mostly 40 secs to 1 min long. I was surprised at how quick this came on but stayed calm, took myself out to the living room with a heat pack and bounced on my birth ball doing my breathing and timing my surges. We spent about 2-3 hours at home before we headed into the hospital. We had our birth plan printed out but once we said we were HypnoBirthing the midwives seemed to change the language they were using and were mostly wonderful at following our plan and wishes.

I went somewhere within myself and have never experienced anything like it before. We have a lot of footage and I just love watching it back and seeing that side of me. I had my eyes closed, was breathing or humming, rocking back and fourth in the water (I spent most of my time in there). I used the gas for some of the second stage but I chose to stop using it as things intensified. I did get a couple of water injections into my back as I was experiencing bad back pain and these hurt ALOT but seemed to give me a short period of relief which allowed me to regather myself. I remember having a small nod off at one point in the middle of my surges. I didn’t have any other medications and I’m so proud that I stuck to my guns and had a natural birth. It’s my biggest achievement yet.

Our little boy entered the world alert, healthy, with a full head of hair (with a little ginger tinge!). Danny was by my side the entire time. His voice guided me through the toughest times and there were times where I felt I was becoming overwhelmed and he brought me back. He was so empowered by your sessions and we both just can’t thank you enough for giving us the insight and knowledge to have this experience. My platelets dropped in the weeks leading up to my birth and the doctors were pushing me to book an induction. I chose to follow my instincts and monitor my platelets more closely and give Oliver time to come naturally, I believe your sessions helped me have the knowledge and courage to make this informed decision and to communicate my concerns and questions with the medical team. We’re madly in love, sleep deprived and floating in that beautiful newborn bubble. Again, we can’t thank you enough Carrie.
With love, Nikki, Danny, Baby Oliver xx

Baby boy born at SCUH, 25 Nov 2023

Hi Carrie, I laboured at home from 6 am - midday, then went off to SCUH at 7 cm dilated. I was in the bath most of the time but then delivered him on hands and knees on the bed. In the end I had to push more than I was hoping because I was starting to get very tired. But overall very grateful to be in and out of hospital in the same day with a healthy baby. No drugs, no interventions. Thank you again for your support. Kate & Steve xx

Daisy, born at SCUH, 5 Nov 2022

Hey Carrie, just wanted to let you know that Luke and I welcomed our baby girl into the world. We had a natural waterbirth and it was everything I had hoped for. I was so proud of how I breathed through it all! The midwives were amazed. I couldn't have done that without your HypnoBirthing course, so I just wanted to say thank you.. Baylee x

Nash, born at SCUH, 4 Nov 2022

Thanks Carrie! All went well! Other than it being much harder that I expected and I didn't end up having my water birth because after 20 hours of labour I was utterly exhausted. I ended up getting an epidural and he was born after 26 hours of labour. No medical issues or interventions at all, he was just perfect! It was just me needing some extra support to get through the last bit. thanks again for everything - we used a lot of strategies you taught us during the labour ... and OMG Tom was the best birthing partner in the world. He deserves an award. Thank you Carrie. Kristen x

Lily, born at SCUH 21 Oct 2022

It definitely wasn't the ideal planned birth but I was prepared to go with what was needed, she's very calm and the tools we learnt through hypnobirthing are invaluable and have us working as a strong team. The midwife said she thought the HypnoBirthing techniques really helped me centre and I handled everything really well. Thank you so much. Jacqui x

Ocean, born at home, 13 Oct 2022

Hi Carrie, just wanted to let you know little Ocean came earthside! I free birthed her at home surrounded by love. Holy moly what an intense experience. Thank you for all your guidance from the classes. I know it definitely helped see me through, well that and a lot of willpower!! Ashley x

Sadie, born at Buderim Hospital, 9 Sep 2022

Hi Carrie, Just wanted to let you know we had our beautiful girl Sadie. Caesarian went well, the obstetrician said she was so far wedged down into my pelvis she was never going to turn with an ECV or any of the other techniques we tried! She has little froggy legs from being frank for so long but she is absolutely beautiful and we are so in love. Thanks again for everything you taught us from the course and in the yoga class. The spinal hurt and caesarian was uncomfortable to be honest! I could feel them digging around using a lot of pressure but Jason reminded me to practice my breathing when I needed to which helped me loads! It wasn’t the type of birth or even the hospital we had originally planned for but we have both said we wouldn’t change any of it for the world and are so happy how things turned out in the end. Hope everything is well for you, I will continue to spread the word of how benefical your course is! From Katy, Jason & Sadie

Elsie, born at SCUH 7 Sep 2022

It was a bit of a whirlwind! I, and Karl, used a lot of techniques in early parts of labour. After a very long early labour, my contractions got very intense from a stretch and sweep and a few hours later when I went to hospital, I had only gone from 2 to 3cm. Ended up getting an epidural, my waters broken and the drip, and I was dilated in an hour and she was born 2 hours later. Since she had ingested meconium and my body clearly wasn’t relaxing enough to let her through, I’m glad that this is how it ended up. It wasn't my most ideal birth but ended up being the best thing in the end for both myself and Elsie. I actually loved the birth portion as I was no longer in pain and could feel everything pressure wise. Yes it was intense! She was soooo low for so long but I just wasn't dilating. But still a positive birthing experience overall. Erica xx

Baby girl, born at SCUH, 2 Sep 2022

Hi Carrie,
I've had a baby girl! She is just beautiful. I just want to thank you for all the guidance and learning through the whole process. I literally could not have done this without your course. Even being rushed to surgery (I was also still getting surges while the hospital team were talking to me and asking me questions) was stressful and the breathing just helped me get through it all. It has been the best thing for Brent and I as we are so proud of each other and he was just the best (and still is) support. He keeps telling everyone how proud he is of me and how well I did through it all and can't believe (even after all the vomiting) that I still declined the pain relief. Even though our birth didn't go at all to our birth plan, we know it went the way it was supposed to as we have a beautiful baby girl we are so in love with and were there for each other with every decision made. THANK YOU! Elly

Reef, born at SCUH, 21 Aug 2022

Hi Carrie. Just wanted to share the wonderful news of the arrival of our beautiful boy Reef James. He arrived very peacefully and calmly into the water after a 23 hr drug free labour Although it was a long labour, I wouldn't change a thing because how it ended in the water was everything I dreamed of! I spent most of my time at home and arrived at the hospital only 3 hours before he was born. I'm so thankful to you and everything Ryan and I learnt in your Hypno course because it was what got me through to have a physiological birth like I had always wanted and Ryan was the best support person because of it! He really pulled me through to the end. Britt xx

Indigo Reef, born at SCUH, 20 Aug 2022

Hi Carrie. Our little man Indigo Reef was born on 20 August at 4.10am (sharing Nick’s birthday). I had an empowering, raw and wild labour. Our little man came out in the sac and my waters burst around him as his head came out. I found myself singing as I was going through transition which helped with the breathing. Nick was absolutely perfect as a support and we’re all doing so well thanks for everything you taught us in Hypnobirthing. Helen xx

Milo, born at SCUH, 18 Aug 2022

Hi Carrie. We welcomed our second son into the world and I am so in awe of how beautiful my birth was. I wanted to let you know how so very grateful I am to have found you and took the step to have you educate us. Labour was virtually nearly pain free for me. It was intense but I don't remember ever thinking it was painful up until I had to push where I remember saying it hurts once when his head was already out. That was the most surreal thing I have ever done. Recovery has also been day and night. I have had no tearing at all and he was 4.3 kg. He is such a calm, content baby. Thank you so much. Nikita

Lane, born at SCUH, 25 July 2022

Labour didn't go exactly to our birth plan, but everything was perfect in its own way.
Thanks again for all your teachings and knowledge about the system. It really helped me out in a situation we didn't expect to be in. Dean & Bronte

Otto, born at SCUH, 24 July 2022

Our baby boy 'Otto' swam calmly into our arms. He was well and truly a 'hypnobirth' baby, didn't even cry as he entered the world! Super chill! My birth experience was exactly how I had visualised it to be, and more! I can confidently say that I had gone deep into my birthing body to have this out of body experience and felt that it was a true hypnobirth. My midwife commented on my breathing and how in control I was. I know that both Cam and I did the work to be able for this birth to unfold the way it did, but it is thanks to you and your teachings that gave me the tools and knowledge to have my dream birth. I am so grateful to have come across you and your beautiful course and will forever recommend that EVERYONE who is pregnant, have a think about Hypnobirthing and your course. Zinta & Cam
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Sunny, born at SCUH, 19 July 2022

My amazing birth story is all thank you to you Carrie. My midwife called me her unicorn and told the student midwife that it will be a long time before she sees someone birth like that again. It was 15 hrs that honestly felt like 5 hrs and I used the whole room and every position possible that we practiced. It was pain free with no drugs and I definitely became my inner animal. I feel extremely proud of myself for staying true to myself and the birth I wanted. Thank you again for helping me on my beautiful birth story. Warmest Regards, Shan

Baby boy born at SCUH 12 May 2022

We have a baby boy! Drug free 3 hours from start of surges at home to delivery in the hospital! Thank you for everything. Hamish & Liz

Arlo born at SCUH, 22 Apr 2022

We honestly can't thank you enough for everything. We had the most empowering, beautiful birth of our little boy early yesterday morning by using all the incredible tools you taught to us. You gave us both the confidence to trust that my body & baby would work in harmony together. Carrie thank you so much for sharing your program with us. After such a traumatic first birth, this was such a healing experience. I sing your praises to everyone I can! I am still on a high from the entire experience. Thank you again so very much. All of love, Katelyn & Tav x
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Baby girl born at SCUH, 22 Apr 2022

Our little bundle born 1.12 pm yesterday after an induction suggested due to placenta chord flow issues at 35 weeks. Used all the breathing techniques/light massage and positions and managed to have an empowering vaginal birth in a very fast 3.5 hours! She will be in NICU for a few weeks, but we're just happy she's safe earthside. Thankyou for all your help! Brit and Michael

Sunny, born at SCUH, 19 Apr 2022

My little soulmate is earth side and I am absolutely obsessed with him! We had a dramatic labour and both had some complications but he is already my hero. Wouldn't have been able to stay calm enough to get him here safely without all of our work with you! But honestly he did most of it, he's a little fighter and has definitely been here before He's spending a couple of days in neonatal but is already thriving! Thank you for everything. Dee & Jesse

Sebastian, born at Buderim Hospital, 16 Apr 2022

He is perfect with a full head of dark hair! A healthy 4.05 kg (8 pounds 15) and 53cm long. An amazing birth experience and we are all doing well and absolutely in love. Thank you for all your care and support lovely in the lead up. Lucy & Lance

Bowie, born unexpectedly at home 24 Mar 2022

Just sharing with you our happy news that our gorgeous boy arrived yesterday. After an official active labour (felt like much longer) he arrived after 1 hour 50 mins at 8:33 pm last night .. on our bathroom floor with just Dan and I there with the paramedics on the line. Was certainly not the labour we had planned but that's so fine … so thankful he is safe healthy and happy! At 42+2 weeks, weighing 4.1 kg and 54 cm long. Only tearing was from his finger nails so 2 minor stitches. Thanks so much for all your guidance and helping to instil that we can do things on our own terms! Hannah & Danny

Hannah born at SCUH, 23 March 2022

We had an incredible birth - I can’t thank you enough for both the Hypnobirthing program and the yoga Tom and I attended. I have no doubt that you were instrumental in giving us the positive and special experience we were so hoping for, one we will treasure forever that brought us so close as a family. Tom was incredible, he used touch, affirmations, matching my breath - he knew exactly what I needed and I couldn’t have done it without him. The affirmations and breath and Tom’s support were the big ones for me and he felt so equipped to ask sensible questions and make clear, informed decisions throughout. I have left with only joy from the experience, no fear! Thank you so much once again. With love, gratitude and very full hearts, Tom, Sophie, and Hannah xxx
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Neo, born at home, 24 Oct 2021

Hi Carrie! Trent and I wanted to THANK YOU for the excellent classes, experience and knowledge you’ve shared with us. Our son Neo was born on the 24th of October after a long but calm labour. We cannot be happier parents, and we can’t imagine how this journey would have been possible in the same tranquil mindset if not for the techniques and knowledge we learned during the hypnobirthing classes. We are sending you love and warm hugs. Natalia

Remi, born en route to SCUH, 22 Sep 2021

Hello Carrie, our sweet boy, Remi arrived in the world after an incredible day of labouring at home in our safe space. I delivered him myself, in the front seat of our car as Tim was driving to the hospital. We were about 5 minutes away, on Kawana Way. 100% successful VBAC with no tearing and no need to have any conversations about hospital interventions. What an empowering and surreal experience. Tim was an incredible support person, your program gave him the blueprint to know just how important he really was in his role. We are eternally grateful for you and your program. Thank you for helping us feel seen and heard and for letting our souls heal. Without the education and preparation of Joymamma, we would not have had the incredible experience that we did. We hope you had a wonderful Christmas with your family and wish you all the best in your new home and new way forward for 2022. So much love, always Rhi, Tim & Maija

Wilkie born at SCUH, 7 Sep 2021

She was born naturally, intervention free and I came away with only one very minor tear! Both Nick and I agree we would not have had the experience we did without you or with the hypnobirthing course, especially Nick. He was so calm, completely grounded and had several midwives compliment what a beautiful birth partner he was! We can't thank you enough. Briony xxx

Baby girl born unexpectedly at home, 29 Aug 2021

Hi Carrie. I've been meaning to message you for a week now!! We had a beautiful baby girl on Sunday 29th. In the end no driving was required, she arrived unexpectedly at home! Midwife arrived for an early labour check and we had her 75 mins later. Hypnobirthing really provided us with the tools to remain calm and allow my body and baby do its thing - cannot thank you enough for all you had taught us. Send my love and well wishes to all the ladies in yoga for the truly magical journey ahead. Carla xx

Baby girl born at SCUH, 25 Aug 2021

Sorry I didn't make class on Wednesday. We welcomed our beautiful little girl that morning at 9:21 am. Thank you so much for all the support & knowledge. It was an amazing experience that we can't wait to do again. Katrina xx

Amelia Mae born at Buderim Hospital, 18 Aug 2021

Hi Carrie, I'm sure you already knew but we have had our had our baby daughter which is why I haven't made it to yoga last 2 weeks. She came at 38 weeks exactly. I was in labour this time last week. Just want to say thank you soo much for all that we learnt in hypnobirthing, it was by far the hardest thing I've ever had do but worth every moment now I look down at her every day. Labour went for 19.5 hours, all natural & no tears, little bit of gas at the end but that's it. I had her standing up leaning over bed in squat position. Couldn't do it in the bath but was nice to labour in there. I had my eyes closed the entire time & in deep hypnosis. Stu was amazing & the most incredible birth partner. Our baby girl didn't cry when she came into the world & her eyes were wide open looking up at us. Soo alert which we were so pleased. Thank you again for everything. Amber xx

Jack born at SCUH, 14 Aug 2021

He came at 40+12 after being induced due to me being diagnosed with pre eclampsia right at the end. Whilst we could not follow our birth preferences completely, we still had a great birthing experience and he was ready to come. I was naturally 5cm dilated before being induced and pushing him out after 4 hours labour. The breathing techniques and general relaxation that hypnobirthing taught us really helped. Dan was amazing during the whole process, using the techniques he learned. We have never been more in Love (or tired!) Katie xx

Penelope born at SCUH, 9 Aug 2021

11 days overdue but we were happy to wait for her to come in her own time. She’s healthy and strong at 6lb. She came into the world without crying, very chilled and curious after my dream water birth as I got to catch her. That was such a wonderful experience. It was a long 14 hour intense labour without breaks though, but we got there naturally. I’m not sure if the hypno birthing breathing and techniques were helpful at all but the skills it gave us to be informed about birth options and for Cory was great. The hospital midwife was amazing and very supportive of our birth plan. Cory was an amazing support and we’re getting used to parenting life - a very hard but amazing process. Shae xx

Dustin born at SCUH, 9 Aug 2021

We had an amazing labour - 13 hours active labour total with 6 being in hospital, he was a water birth and I couldn't recommend it enough!! All natural thanks to all of those hypnobirthing techniques - I trusted my body and it did everything the way it was meant to! Thank you so much again for everything - I know it made my experience so much better and I am so so grateful for that. Nikki xx

Edith born at Buderim Hospital, 29 Jul 2021

A smooth labour and quick birth (20 mins from fully dilated to born!) I almost gave birth on the toilet! Quickly got onto the birth stool and she was here. It all went really well apart from a huge blood clot that I passed a couple of hours later in the shower which gave everyone a scare but was ok. Thank you for all your support, advice and confidence in me! Jim put the birth affirmations on during transition when I was doubting my self and they worked a treat! Emma xx

Sunny born at SCUH, 6 Jul 2021

Hi Carrie. Meet our little girl, Sunny Georgia, born Monday at 2:50pm, at 35 + 4 wks and a very healthy 3.1kgs. My cholestasis levels spiked dangerously high and bub needed to come, we went in Sunday night to begin induction process and it turns out I was already 2cm dilated and cervix effaced so no balloon required and we got to spend the night at home before having my waters broken 8am Monday morning. Despite being told at the start that inductions require an epidural I requested to try without and didn't have any pain relief. I calmly breathed my way through it and Chris was the most amazing support person, your voice and the HypnoBirthing training is to thank for the safe arrival of our girl. Despite being premature bub showing positive signs of being discharged tomorrow. Thank you for all your training and support, we're so grateful we had your experience on our side.
Colina, Chris & Sunny

Joey born at SCUH, 5 Jul 2021

After 5 days of labouring we needed a little help with having the waters broken as we didn't process past 3 cms in all that time we were able to do it drug free until the last 2 hours because I was depleted but even then we only used the gas. So thanks to your amazing classes we were able to navigate through with such ease and still give birth naturally. It was a long road but such a triumph in the end. Love Hannah xx

Ohana born on route to SCUH, 3 Jul 2021

Aloha Carrie! Been meaning to message you! Some very joyful and suprising news .. our magical baby girl arrived 2 wks early after 6.5 hrs of labour at home, then hubby delivered her on the side of the road, on route to SCUH... all doing well and healthy ... feeling so blessed. Lots of love Jules xx

Paige born at SCUH, 26 June 2021

I had an amazing delivery, with no interventions, Paige arrived 2 days before her due date. Thank for your beautiful yoga classes!! When I arrived at the hospital the midwife was sceptical that I was even in established labour, which I think is a credit to everything you teach ( I was doing my best to be very calm and it worked !) She examined me and I was 7 cm ! She moved quickly then getting a mattress to put under me just in case and running the bath. I delivered Paige on the bed but was able to spend some time leading up to in the bath. Paige is so settled and is feeding well. Thank you again, love
Alison xxxx

Paddy born at SCUH, 23 June 2021

Hi Carrie. Just wanted to let you know our baby boy arrived safely on 23/6. Can't believe he is 5 weeks old and I've been meaning to msg you. I had the best, natural birth and was only in hospital for an hour before it was time to push. He arrived in one hour of pushing. Now I think I've got the bug- the high is like nothing else. Thanks so much for your classes the tools, breathing and knowledge helped me more than I ever thought it would. Can't wait to come back for the next bub . Natalie x

Elke born at SCUH, 22 June 2021

Just want to say a massive thank-you Carrie for your time and knowledge which we could not have done without on our birth journey. I personally felt so empowered with all the tools you gave us and very prepared for the day. Both Chris and I felt confident in all the decisions we were asked to make on the day. We had an amazing midwife who was so on our level and was joined by a student midwife who made an awesome team at assisting us to achieve all that we wanted from this birth. Our noble little bird, Elke Wren decided she was ready to join us earthside at 39+1 weeks, 22/06/21 at 0200 when my membranes released. Once this decision was made there was no stopping her. After spending the morning quite comfortably labouring at home, we arrived at the hospital just after lunch only around 3cm dilated and we were almost sent home. However we spent an hour getting back into the zone after the drive in, which was lucky we did as by 1500 I was fully effaced. After spending time in both the shower and bath, and without too much fuss, our little zen baby joined us at 1647, weighing 2925g and 48.5cm long. Briar xx

Corbin born at SCUH, 11 June 2021

Hi Carrie. Just wanted to let you know that Zac & I brought our little boy Corbin Lionel Taylor into the world on Friday 11th June. He was born at 7:16pm. We just wanted to say thank you for all our your help with our hypnobirthing sessions it really came into great use for our labour and birth! I was able to labour at home for 20 hours before going to the hospital at 4pm for his birth. I was so happy I was able to labour and birth all naturally with no interventions. Zac was also the perfect birthing partner and had so many tools and techniques to use and help me with during my labour. Thank you again xxx
Bianca xx

Luca born at SCUH, 31 May

Hi Carrie I've been meaning to text you. I had bubs yesterday. My membranes released at 10 pm the night before then surges started at 2 am and I had him at about 6 pm. Hypno helped a lot, especially the different breathing techniques and just knowing what to expect so thank you so much!! It was tough and I had some tearing but managed drug free! Elisha

Indii born at home, 30 May 2021

Hi Carrie. Just letting you know that we have had our baby girl, Indii Mae. Born on Sunday 30th May at 12.12 pm, weighing 3.3 kg and 52 cm. She is the sweetest little thing, very calm, happy, inquisitive and totally onboard with our non-stop cuddle demands. We are all doing really well, and thoroughly enjoying this special time of cocooning in our newborn love bubble and getting to know her. We are so happy to have done our HypnoBirth training with you, which absolutely supported us in realising our homebirth dream. Thank you! Jess & Will

Salento born at SCUH, 27 May 2021

Hi Carrie, Our little girl, Salento, arrived the day after I saw you at yoga & is doing very well We went through all the hypnobirthing motions & stuck to our birth plan all the way until it became apparent that I'm one of the 'special' few whose pelvis isnt big enough for bubs to pass through. Had to have an emergency caesar but feeling happy we did everything we possibly could to give her the birth we were hoping for & really grateful for everything you taught us. We felt confident about all the decisions we had to make, remained cool under pressure & Im proud to say we were kind & loving throughout the whole process. It seems it all contributed to a seriously content little bub who feeds & sleeps very well (so far anyway!) Much love & gratitude, Kellie & Simon

Baby girl born at SCUH, 19 May 2021

I gave birth to a baby girl last night! I'm feeling amazing. I honestly feel like I could run a marathon! Thank you so much Carrie for the course and all the tools; it helped me so much. We were using the tools the whole time! And Tom was an amazing support. Nicole xx

Albie born at SCUH, 11 May 2021

Jaimes and I are so excited to let you know that we welcomed our sweet little boy into the world. Vaginal birth, little bit of gas to help me through and a whole lot of hypno breathing!! The midwife said that people should come to me for lessons on breathing during birth! I owe all my thanks to you for equipping me with breathing techniques to ensure I maintained a calm demeanour through my labour and birth. Jaimes was absolutely amazing. I couldn't have asked for more love and support from anyone. My heart is so full and we are all doing really well! Ashleigh xx

Baby girl born Apr 2021

Hi Carrie, I still follow along to your Joymamma Village on fb and wanted to let you know that I had my third little girl in April this year. My third all natural, hypnobirth and water baby!! Thank you for preparing Matt and I for the wonder of natural birth all those years ago!! We’re so blessed we’ve had three non-traumatic births with no intervention. Bec x

Maggie born at SCUH, 8 May 2021

En caul water birth. Only just made it to the hospital, walked in at 3.15 and birthed by 3.53. What an incredible journey. I absolutely loved it. So grateful for everything you taught us. Nick did an absolutely amazing job supporting. I could not have asked for it to go any better, we are just so in love with our little girl. Neiketa xx

Olivia born at SCUH, 14 Apr 2021

Hello Carrie. We had our beautiful baby girl yesterday at 8:51 am. We had our all natural and water birth (it took a lot longer than what I had hoped for. I started with mild surges on Sunday). We did the hypnobirthing so well that both Max and the midwife went to sleep - and I also kept falling asleep in the pool. Everyone told me I was so relaxed I am so proud of myself and our little baby girl who faired so well being stuck in my pelvis for over 2 hours. And I'm so happy for the course and all your help. Nina xx

Sage born at home, 7 Apr 2021

Hey Carrie, hope you're well! Just thought I'd let you know we birthed a beautiful healthy very clever girl at 4 am on Wednesday morning at home. The birth was hard but amazing and established labour lasted about 4 hours so got intense quickly! Thank you for all of your help with HypnoBirthing and Yoga in the lead up for us to have such a beautiful experience! We are completely smitten. Zoey & Edan

Lennox born at SCUH, 5 Apr 2021

All natural birth, thank you so much for everything you taught us, it helped so much. Was a very quick birth, just over 2 hours labouring at home and then 1 hour at hospital. I was 7-8cm dilated by the time I got to the hospital. Jared rocked as a birthing partner and was so supportive and reminded me of what we learnt especially through transition and made sure I relaxed my face during the surges. Teearn

Lehni born at SCUH, 4 Apr 2021

All natural labour and water birth. An incredible experience. Thank you for guiding us through the HypnoBirthing course. We felt so well educated, empowered and ready for labour. We were complimented by the midwives on how well we worked together as a team, how beautiful our natural labour was and how calm and at peace little Lehni was from the minute he was born. Nahkia xx

Elsa born at SCUH, 4 Apr 2021

After 4 days of labour, we tried for natural but ended up with a few interventions due to sleep deprivation and exhaustion. Thanks to your classes and guidance in conjunction to our private midwife program, I felt calm and focused throughout. I knew about the interventions and I made informed decisions about using them as time went on. All ended well, we are all healthy and i felt proud and empowered afterwards. So I'm very grateful for attending all your classes. Thank you.. Jess xx

Lua born at SCUH, 30 Mar 2021

Hi Carrie, we had a little girl at 12:56 this morning. I had a very very long labour of a few days and didn't dilate at all past 5cm the whole time due to the baby's position and was very exhausted. The midwifes in the MGP Group were so amazing and we tried some different positions and techniques to move her position but no luck so i ended up having a c - section. It wasn't the natural birth we had envisioned but like the affirmation said we were prepared for any path our birth took and happy with the end result . Thank you for all your love, guidance and support, you have been a massive part of our pregnancy journey and I am so grateful for having you a part of it and have learnt so much from you that has made a difference to my whole life, not just pregnancy. Thank you so much again and I hope to see you soon. Jackie & Steve

Archie born at SCUH, 21 Mar 2021

Our son arrived this morning after a very quick labour. It was an amazing experience and so in love with our little Archie. Didn't need to be induced after all, he just knew it was time. Waters broke at 2.30 am and had him in my arms at 6.04 am.. It was such an out of body experience. The hospital was busy that night, Dave was essentially the midwife's assistant and he was absolutely amazing and really stepped up. Couldn't be more proud of him! Your course really set us up to excel and the midwife said thank you to us after because it was the best labour she had been involved in in a long time. We are on cloud 9 and can happly say we had a positive birth experience.. Jess xx

Baby girl born at SCUH, Mar 2021

Hi Carrie, not sure if you remember me or not it was a couple of years ago we did your classes now and I had the most amazing HypnoBirthing experience with my baby straight after completing your classes. Well again, I've just had another beautiful baby girl, and I used all the amazing advice and techniques from your classes and had another amazing experience with my second birth. The staff at SCUH were mind blown by how easy and perfect my birth was. My labor was 1.5 hours, I had a water birth again and I had hypnotised myself so deeply with the breathing that I had a completely silent birth no sound came from me what so ever, im even a little surprised myself, only speaking when spoken to by staff, otherwise they thought it was the most textbook perfect birth they have ever seen as all I did the entire time was breath.
Thank you so much again, your classes have been the best money we have ever spent. Kaleesha

Oliver, born at home, 10 Mar 2021

It was all just as I had dreamed. I am so very grateful for your support .... in class and in your meditations and everything you've taught me over the past 4 years. Jenny

Ollie born at Buderim Hospital, 22 Feb 2021

It was a beautiful HypnoBirth and Sam was amazing support throughout the whole birth. Thank you for all your help and guidance, it made what could of been a very stressful birth a relaxed one where I felt in control. Thank you.
Sarah & Sam xx

Cleo born at SCUH, 20 Feb 2021

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge at both the Active Birth Workshop and Yoga for Birth classes. The labour experience was so different to my previous birth, we laboured at home for as long as possible and she was born within 2 hrs once we arrived at the hospital. A water birth all drug-free, many thanks to many of the techniques we learnt in your class. Thank you so much, Simone

Cillian born at Buderim Hospital, 15 Feb 2021

We only just made it to hospital in time and were very lucky they were able to fill the bath up just in time for a waterbirth. The midwives and OB were very impressed with our HypnoBirthing skills - James was brilliant!
Siobhan xx

Anavai born at Buderim Hospital, 11 Feb 2021

Our baby girl arrived at 41 wks and 1 day. I was starting to consider induction and am so incredibly grateful we waited just a few more days. She shot into the world with a 6 hr intense labour. It was so fast and overwhelming while we were at home, but once we got to the hospital we could relax and put all our hard work into practice. We had the most magical waterbirth and we couldn't have done that without you.
Sarah & Teva

Alexis born at SCUH, 9 Feb 2021

Despite making us wait until 41 weeks, she is every ounce of perfection and we are completely smitten and so in love with her. Our birthing experience was a positive one although we didn't get our waterbirth as she pooped inside shortly after membrane rupture. I wish I could sit here and write that I handled the news of the non waterbirth well but the truth is, while I didn't break down and cry because I know plans don't always eventuate, my headspace did turn negative and for the first hour or so of labour, I found it very difficult to control my breathing and the intensifying surges. But Dave was my absolute saving grace - his calmness and belief in me along with all the tools we learned in class - he was able to turn it around for me and it was all positive from there. We had two AMAZING midwives who dimmed the lights, placed my birth affirmations around the room, put on a playlist and had battery candles all over the room. They constantly reminded me of the strength we have as women and it was just so nice to have them in our corner the entire time. 7 hours of active labour later (2.5 of those hours breathing her out) she arrived - not sure if you remember, but Dave and I were sure we were having a boy, so learning she was a girl was a wonderful surprise. A full head of blonde hair and every bit her Daddy, All of our love, Tiarne & Dave

Ivy born at home, 7 Feb 2021

Ivy arrived on her due date - we had no warning whatsoever as I didn’t have a ‘show’ until about 10 hours in, and she was born in her waters, En Caul ️ We had the home birth of our dreams, it was the most challenging and empowering 17 hours of my life! Even though the surges were soooo intense I found that I was so relaxed I was able to sleep for a few minutes in between. Andi was the best support person I could ask for, making sure I was comfortable, safe and fed! Haha. Thank you Carrie, without your classes I without a doubt would not have made it through. Claire & Andi

Noah born at SCUH, 23 Jan 2021

We are so so grateful to have had a very positive birthing experience, even with a few complications towards the end and a longer recovery for me, we look back on the birth as a very special and calm experience. Thank you Carrie for sharing your wisdom! The Rainbow Relaxation and calm breathing was pivotal for me, as well as of course all the breathing techniques and labouring position ideas. Mainly though, after finishing the course with you Carrie, we felt confident in our knowledge of birth and what to expect - I think that made the most difference. Peta & Dan

Pearl born at SCUH, 21 Jan 2021

We had another amazing waterbirth, woke to surges at 10 pm, went to SCUH at 1.30 am and she was here by 2.45 am. Second stage was 12 minutes, very quick. Feeling great and forever thankful for all your wisdom and guidance through both of my pregnancies. Love Alicia, Eli, Olive & Pearl

Mabel born at SCUH, 16 Jan 2021

Mabel literally swam into the world in the most incredible calm and loving hypnobirth experience. All natural, in the tub with nothing but loving support from Bernie. I can't believe we did it! Waters broke at 4.30 am, spent time in bed and bath before feeling like going to hospital at 7.30 am. Mabel was born at 10.30 am. The midwife was beautiful, she respected our wishes, gave us space and monitored changes in my surges and breathing to check progress. I completely surrendered to body and baby. We think I was actually fully dilated for a while but just took my time with breathing bub down. She came out so calm that I had to blow on her face to get her attention. Please know how thankful and grateful we are for your positive guidance. Amy

Adeline born at SCUH, 10 Jan 2021

We wanted to thank you so much for all your help that went into preparing all 3 of us for a truly beautiful labour and birth. We were able to make calm, informed choices throughout the pregnancy and birth thanks to the classes. I loved the confidence and empowerment I felt the entire time. There was no fear behind it and I honestly enjoyed the entire birth and I love to tell everyone that! Marlee

Forrest born at Buderim Hospital, 9 Dec 2020

Natural labour with no pain relief. Very quick and not at all to plan but we can't thank you enough for giving us the tools to cope and overcome. For me personally, knowing what was happening inside me was key. The long pause before the end... without hypno I can assure you I would have panicked!! The biggest tool I used was knowing how many breaths I could do in a strong surge. I was able to focus on coming out the other side of each one rather than worrying about how long it was last. I was able to embrace and celebrate the rest periods which I believe resulted in my labour only being about 45 minutes long. Nicole

Marley born at SCUH, 3 Dec 2020

We're over the moon with our little boy. He's stolen our hearts already! 4 days of pre labour and 12 hour active labour. A beautiful natural HypnoBirth. It was intense but so empowering. James was incredible and the midwives were so phenomenal!

Everything about the classes at Joymamma were amazing. We learnt so much that lead us to having such an incredible birth. It taught my husband and I how to be a team and support each other. Not only through the birth but also through the whole preganancy. We had never felt so connected and calm from the moment the pre labour began. It was a rather magical week.
The information was so clear and not overwhelming. Instead quite the opposite it made everything about the birth seem so much less daunting. Even after just the first class we knew we had made the right decision signing up for the hypnobirthing classes.

I loved how connected James and I were. It's like we were in our own little world as soon as the birth began. It's like the whole world stopped and we were so in tune with each other. He knew from all our practice what we needed to do and when. We both had a confidence I never thought was possible for birth. I knew that I could just remain completely relaxed and James was there to support me in any way he possibly could. Kelly xx

Zara born at SCUH, 22 Nov 2020

Thank you for giving us the tools we truly needed on the day. Irina xx

Harvey born at SCUH, 13 Nov 2020

It was the most incredible birthing experience and could not have gotten through it without everything you taught James and I. He was absolutely amazing and was my rock. I couldn't have done it without him because of the techniques we learnt from you. Thank you for helping us bring this beautiful boy into the world the exact way we intended. Karina xx

Finn born at SCUH, 31 Oct 2020

Born at 36 wks 5 days. We will be forever grateful for doing HypnoBirthing which helped us throughout the entire journey (especially navigating all the interventions that we never considered coming with a 'preterm' baby). So much of our plan was adjusted. We couldn't use the pool and I did end up with antibiotics, episiotomy and an hour on the gas but I felt so empowered and informed to make those decisions at the time. We used the affirmations, techniques and calm environment to get us through an unexpected turn of events and we were so happy with the birth. Ryan and I were a team. He knew how to support me and I felt his support and love which made it a beautiful experience for us both. Katie xx

Eadie born at home, 5 Sep 2020

Born at 42 wks and 3 days. It was such a beautiful birth and only 6 hours. The HypnoBirthing made all the difference, it's such an incredible tool. We are all doing amazing, fully of love with this bundle of perfection and feeling very blessed. Thanks for everything you taught us. Lauren xx

Jade born at SCUH, 3 Sep 2020

In an unexpected turn of events, we were induced. With the lowest oxytocin drip my body went straight into gear and she was birthed 2 hours later. Happy to report I birthed her on my side in the half squat you showed us in class last week and she slid down and out in two breaths! It was powerful, intense and so divine. So grateful for HypnoBirthing teaching both Stephen and I to roll with everything unfolding and trusting in our baby's ability to birth, however that looked. Many thanks. Jen xx

Jaxon born at Buderim Hospital, 23 Aug 2020

After reading testimonials on the Joymamma page I knew Carrie was the one for us! My husband worked fly in, fly out at the time so when we connected with Carrie about lesson times she was able to support us with flexibility and we took up Private Hypnobirthing Coaching. We walked away after each session feeling empowered and positive that we were going to have a beautiful birth... and, if that was not going to be the case we knew that the techniques we learned would help us stay in control regardless of the outcome. Even though I love having control of each situation this was the time for my husband to step up and take control off me and boy, did he do an amazing job! Thank you Carrie for your beautiful nature and endless support in helping make this our birth story to remember!
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Esther born at Mater Mothers, 16 Aug 2020

My husband and I are beyond blessed to have found Carrie at Joymamma during our pregnancy. We completed the 5 week program (June 2020) with her and it was the most profound part of our journey towards parenthood. It prepared us in the most empowering and informative way possible. We required a lot of medical intervention during our pregnancy (transfusion to baby x 3) and the practices we learnt helped us 100% during these too. With every turn our pregnancy had, the practice and education we got from the program guided us through - plus advice and chats 1-1 with Carrie! The birth was incredible and my husband definitely put into practice all we had learnt and prepared for. Thank you for every bit of support along our journey. Loren, Harrison & Esther xx
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Summer born at SCUH, 7 Aug 2020

Although I didn’t get the birth I planed or wanted. Carrie and HypnoBirthing helped me immensely mentally. Unfortunately birth does not always go to plan but what HypnoBirthing teaches you is to except change with less anxiety and focus on what you can control. It gives you so much knowledge and tools to use, for the mother and father. Thank you again for everything, you where truly there in the room with me. I could feel your support and positivity.
Jayde & Craig xx

Baby boy born at Buderim Private, Aug 2020

I knew I could do it but needed the tools to do it confidently! I now feel so excited and confident for my birth and can’t wait to feel every feeling! I also know this was amazing for my partner as he wasn’t as knowledgeable about birth before and he now understands a lot more about it and i feel is able to support me through everything with confidence and calm! I absolutely loved this course and I couldn’t recommend it enough! Carrie, you are absolutely wonderful and I’m so thankful I was told about you and your course! I am forever grateful! Best decision I’ve made throughout my pregnancy! I absolutely loved it and felt so empowered after each session! Thank you Carrie! Deni xx

Finn born at SCUH, 28 Jul 2020

I felt so empowered when I went into labour to be able to make decisions quickly and confidently, even if it went against the medical advice. I felt so calm during early labour, and loved that I knew what to expect along the way and that helped me to remain focused and direct my energy toward a positive labour. Really only the last 45 mins that threw me a little bit, but even then I just took a minute, gathered myself and kept going. I loved the small HypnoBirthing group classes, and the opportunity to be around other couples in the same position and have a safe space to discuss so many aspects of pregnancy and birth. Zoe xx

Bronte born at Buderim Hospital, 22 Jul 2020

I went into labour naturally but of course she was still breech. Thanks to your knowledge you gave us, the breathing helped get me through labour and the c-section. All went smoothly, we are both healthy and happy. Thanks Carrie for everything. Laura & Glen x

Aaliyah born at home, 20 July 2020

I loved the ongoing support from Carrie, the chance to spend time with other like minded mummas to be and be able to experience the whole thing with my partner and witness him catch our baby and become a father. His support throughout the whole thing was just magical. Everything we learnt from the HypnoBirthing classes meant we had such an empowering birth experience! Thanks so much for everything you taught us, we used so many HypnoBirthing tools. We are so in awe of our experience and so thankful for having done your HypnoBirthing course. Caddie xx

Darcy born at SCUH, 24 Jun 2020

The birth ended up being a bit of a roller coaster, an intense 8 hours but we used all of our HypnoBirthing techniques through the induction. We are so happy she is here and are soaking in all the cuddles. Kerri xx

Nate born at SCUH, 9 Jun 2020

I felt the whole process was pretty smooth, calm & in control the hospital midwifes were amazing and very understanding. We were home the next morning and settling in well now. Thanks Carrie, your tools and education made all the difference in how we approached it, and supported each other. Terri xx

Zoe born at SCUH, Jun 2020

Joymamma's HypnoBirthing classes were such a supportive environment and I have made such special friends with the group. I loved going into this birth feeling strong, empowered and excited thanks to the fear being released from my first birth due to attending the classes. The best thing was probably the feeling of getting into the birth pool on arrival to SCUH knowing it was time to breathe her out. My first birth I was so out of control and did not know what to do. The water instantly released the intensity of the surges and calmed me.

Knowing I was in that stage of labour meant I would be meeting our little one very soon and was excited to find out if a boy or a girl! You are incredibly good at what you do and educating women about their choices regarding birth. Rae xx

Elise born at Buderim Hospital, Jun 2020

The HypnoBirthing course really prepared us so well, so thank you. I only wish more people would be open to HypnoBirthing and what they can learn from it to prepare for birth. What an amazing thing to help create so many positive birthing experiences.
Hayley x

Margot born at SCUH, 17 Apr 2020

The HypnoBirthing program helped us to feel more confident in my body’s and my baby’s ability to give birth naturally. This made going into the birthing process a much better experience. I believe I would have really struggled without it. We both loved the in class hypnosis and the deepening techniques. Carrie was a wonderful teacher and we both felt so at ease with her right from the beginning. She was very inspiring. Nicki xx

Lorenzo born at home, 16 Apr 2020

Carrie, our baby was born after 76 hours of labour. Thank you for all your support, the affirmation audios were on constant play to get me through the 4 days! Thank you again. Michelle & Rom xx

Howie born at Buderim Hospital, 2 Apr 2020

Seriously the most amazing experience and have so much of the HypnoBirthing techniques and your guidance to credit that too! In the end all I had was a bit of gas despite being induced and hooked up to antibiotics as well. I'm also amazed I birthed a 9.30 pound baby! Thanks Carrie! Annabelle & McLean
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Sage born at Buderim Hospital, 1 Apr 2020

Hi Carrie, a quick update - I laboured at home and arrived at the hospital at 9 cm, then spent 2 hours in the shower - the birth breathing was super helpful! Thank you for everything. Love Cassie x

Maddy born at Buderim Hospital, 22 Mar 2020

The birth was certainly different to the one I’d had in my mind, and I was so glad and grateful for the work we’d done with you to help ease that through regardless!! I can’t imagine doing this without the knowledge and tools that you gave us! Thanks again so much for all the preparation you gave us.
Angie, Jonno and Maddy xxx

Edan born at SCUH 9 Mar 2020

Hi Carrie. We welcomed our beautiful little girl yesterday. We worked through surges at home through the night before coming to hospital in the morning to birth. Transition to hospital went really well and my fluids released as soon as I walked into our birth suite and it was birth time. After spending some time in the bath we had to resort to an episiotomy as she had her hand on her face. Thank you for all of your guidance and support I have absolutely loved my time at Joymamma, you have created such a special space for families. Dara X

Oliver born at SCUH, 5 Mar 2020

HypnoBirthing helped me immensely through the pre-labour and induction of labour - and BRAINS was used in every decision we made. Meah xx

Baby boy born at home, 26 Feb 2020

I had such an empowering birth experience, I am so grateful for HypnoBirthing, I can't thank you enough for the HypnoBirthing skills you taught us, you gave us the tools to have such an empowering experience. Kiarra & Luke xx

Harrison born at SCUH, 7 Feb 2020

Good morning Carrie, just wanted to let you know that we had little baby Harrison yesterday and all went well. It was quite a long labour, but much smoother than it would have been without all of your beautiful help, and advice. We are so thankful for everything you taught us in the lead up to birth. You do such an amazing thing for parents to be! Lisa xx

Theo born at SCUH 17 Feb 2020

Hi Carrie, I want to thank you for everything you taught us in the HypnoBirthing course and for your support and care in yoga. The labour was everything I had thought about and visualised. I was only in active labour for 3-4 hours and was at the hospital for an hour. I would honestly say only an hour of it I actually felt pain. The rest of the time I felt in complete control and was filled with excitement especially the last stage. A beautiful, drug free birth to welcome our little ray of sunshine. Lots of love to you Kate & James xx

Riley born at SCUH 13 Feb 2020

Hey Carrie, just wanted to let you know our beautiful baby boy arrived on Thursday evening... such an incredible all natural water birth! We both want to thank you sooo much for your beautiful teachings and knowledge you have shared with us though Hypnobirthing & Yoga. Laura, Brendon & Riley

Millie born at SCUH 9 Feb 2020

Hi Carrie, just a little msg to let you know our sweet little girl arrived earthside on Sunday morning. We had a beautiful birth. My waters broke at 10 pm on Sat night, and I just relaxed on my fit ball in the dark in our bedroom until around 4 am. It was so lovely with the rainy weather and listening to my hypnobirthing audios. We left for the hospital around 4:30 & once we were settled in the room (around 6 ish by the time I felt comfortable) my surges kicked into gear again, and she was born into the bath, with Tom catching her. It was a really wonderful experience, and I'm so pleased to have trusted my body and my baby & cancelled the induction that was booked for Friday. Thankyou once again for all of your support and guidance with our second little hypnobirthing baby. Ebony xx

Leo born at SCUH, 23 Jan 2020

I attribute so much of my strength, perseverance and courage in delivering our baby to what I learnt in hypnobirthing - I really can't thank you enough. Thank you Carrie. Lauren, Leo and Chris
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George Edward born at SCUH, 28 Dec 2019

Jarrod and I wanted to thank you from the bottom of our hearts, being able to implement hypnobirthing tools and yoga positions. It was a total godsend. Thank you again for everything. We can’t wait for you to meet him in the new year. Love Jarrod, Genna and George
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Luca born at SCUH, 28 Dec 2019

Thank you so much for all your support, care and knowledge you provided us with. Overall I can say that it was a perfect birth experience for me! Kate & Pete
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Claire Alice born at SCUH, 25 Dec 2019

The hypnobirthing classes and techniques were invaluable throughout the whole process and we have a beautiful, content and peaceful little girl. We are forever grateful for your classes. Lisa
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Maddison Marie born at SCUH, 12 Nov 2019

Carrie - your guidance, your positivity helped James and I yesterday deliver our beautiful girl. I can't thank you enough for educating James and I. Thank you so much what you have done for us, it could not be replicated. Milly
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Freya born at SCUH 26 Sep 2019

I would never have lasted 3 days without hypnobirthing and the tools it gave me and Tom. Tom was amazing, my utter rock through it all. For that I'm utterly grateful. Love Becci

Charlotte born at Buderim Hospital 13 Aug 2019

I just wanted to say a massive thank you from Rohan and I. The skills you taught us were beyond invaluable and have set us up with the belief we can do absolutely anything as parents together! I would write you a million more words and so would Rohan! We have both been raving to anyone and everyone who will listen.
Katherine
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Amara Noelle born at SCUH, 16 Aug 2019

Thank you sooooo much for teaching as all that you did. The birth was quick and smooth, I practised full hypnobirthing the entire time and it was the most amazing experience.
Kaleesha
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Remi Maria born at Buderim Hospital 9 Aug 2019

Dan and I are truly grateful for the guidance, education and tools we learnt from Joymamma’s Hypnobirthing course. We had no interventions or inductions, early labour at home and a natural water birth with no pain relief. Thank you so much for the wonderful experience during our pregnancy and birth journey.
Rebecca & Dan
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Noah born at SCUH 27 Apr 2019

Hi Carrie, I wanted to let you know that Natasha gave birth to Noah 7 weeks early at SCUH. He was born on the 27th April weighing 1785g. He’s doing really well, breathing by himself and well looked after in the neonatal ward. Natasha is a natural mum and is well. Labour was hard for Natasha and she did need an epidural in the end but everything went well. She was in labour for almost 12 hours. We had Ali Broderick from Coast life with us the whole time. We’re completely head over heels in love with him. I wanted to say a big thank you to you for helping us with preparing for labour and all your advice and words of encouragement. You are awesome. I still listen to Stephen Halpern every night and I think I’ll carry your relaxation techniques with me through my life. It’s the start of a wonderful new chapter and mum, dad and family. Love from Natasha, myself and Noah

Lola born at SCUH 3 Apr 2019

I just wanted to thank you, everything that could go wrong did go wrong for us, but I was able to stay calm, and think about our decisions and accept the path that our birth took. Prior to your class, I would never have remained so calm and made educated decisions, I would have been in panic mode. Ella
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Riley born at SCUH 13 Apr 2019

I'd like to send a massive thank you for all you passed onto us over the course. We spent the majority of labour in the water which was amazing and something we were adamant about, and Nathan was my absolute rock. He was my voice, and redirected me back to my breathing and focus to baby when things intensified. So thank you so so much, will definitely be recommending your practice on to pregnant friends. Katie
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Kip born at SCUH 16 Jan 2019

Thank you for all your support and education, people say it's something you can't prepare for, but I really think that's rubbish, we were prepared the best we could be thanks to Joymamma. Hannah
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Isaac born at Buderim Hospital 24 Dec 2018

We got the birth we were hoping for, completely natural, no interventions or drugs. Just used my breathing and relaxation techniques plus the water bath and some active birth positions for the end stage of delivery. Brad was an amazing birth partner and kept me on track and we were really lucky with an awesome midwife and the obstetrician. No tears at all so no stitches required. It wasn't easy but it was an amazing experience. Hayley x
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Billie born at SCUH 18 Dec 2018

Andy and I wanted to write to say thank you so much. We truly believe our labour/birth experience could not have gone so well as it did, if it weren’t for you and the hypnobirthing course. Andy was amazing and was all the support I needed. We can’t thank you enough. We got the birth we wished for and that’s a tribute to the help and guidance from you. Thank you Carrie,
Lots of love Andy and Hollie
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Elijah born at SCUH 9 Dec 2018

I would not have been able to be as in control of my birthing experience without the knowledge and education learnt through Carrie’s Hypnobirthing Workshop and Yoga for Birth classes at Joymamma.
Erin
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Milana born at Buderim Private 8 Dec 2018

A massive thank you for all your support, knowledge and guidance throughout my pregnancy. I can't believe I did it, but I did it! Ryan did such an amazing job supporting me. We both kept saying how appreciative we were of your input and that without it we wouldn't have had the birth we wanted. Thank you so much for everything.
Maria

Harrison born at SCUH 24 Nov 2018

Thank you Carrie for your amazing classes and guidance. Thank you so much for everything. I doubt we would have achieved a vaginal birth without your support and classes.
April
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Henley born at Buderim Private 22 Nov 2018

I can honestly say that meeting Carrie and completing her hypnobirthing course and pregnancy yoga in the lead up to the births of both of our little ones was hands down the main thing that changed the whole landscape for both our pregnancy and labour. Hypnobirthing and the knowledge and support provided by Carrie gave us both the tools and information to ensure we welcomed both babies into a calm, relaxed environment. Thank you Carrie, my husband and I will be forever grateful to you for helping us have such positive birthing experiences.
Carissa xx
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Harlen born at Buderim Private 21 Nov 2018

I breathed through each surge and was able to deliver another beautiful boy drug free. Thank you Carrie for your amazing classes and words, I wouldn't have been able to stay as calm as I could without having you in the back on my mind.
Frankie

Lucas born at SCUH 20 Nov 2018

Hi Carrie! Just wanted to say thank you for teaching me so much and giving me all the strength I needed to birth my baby! It was a long 25 hr labour. I birthed him naturally with only the help of gas at the end. I breathed my way through every contraction!
Shantel

Beau born at SCUH 6 Nov 2018

I did it! Successfully VBAC’d our boy yesterday! Thank you for teaching us the tools to make this possible!
Elise

Baby boy born at SCUH 6 Nov 2018

I would like to thank you for all of your guidance and support leading up to the birth; and even though my whole birth plan went out the window, I was still able to use all of the breathing and calming techniques that you taught. So many thanks.
Kelly

Asher born at SCUH 5 Nov 2018

Hi Carrie. Thank you so much for the knowledge and support you offer. I don’t think I would have felt as empowered nor prepared without it. I woke with contractions at 2 am got to hospital around 4 am and the next 2.5 hours were intense, empowering and calm. I breathed and moved my way through each contraction and then breathed my baby out.
Jacqueline

Nash born at SCUH 3 Nov 2018

Hi Carrie, I just wanted to write and say Thank you so much for sharing all your valuable knowledge with us! I did it all without drugs & just kept breathing. It was an amazing experience & am truly grateful for everything you taught us!
Trent was amazing - he was what made me get through it.
Sally xx
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Maybel born at SCUH 28 Oct 2018

Carrie, I learned so much from you and definitely could not have done it so well without you. I feel so lucky to have met you and learned from you. Thanks.
Kathryn

Olly & Summer born at SCUH 27 Oct 2018

Thank you so much for teaching us the magic of Hypnobirthing. We both really really enjoyed ourselves and every class and we can’t speak highly enough of you personally or of Hypnobirthing.
Mindy & Lee
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Liam born at SCUH 26 Oct 2018

I had a natural birth (vacuum assisted) and no pain relief after a 14 hour labour. Thanks so much, I felt the yoga and meditation was truly helpful for me to achieve that outcome!
Nicole

Naolin born at SCUH 24 Oct 2018

Arturo and I can’t thank you enough, we welcomed a little boy to our family. We were so pleased with how his birth went. I was 9 days over but we didn’t rush into an induction. We laboured at home for 15 hours and I used all of the things we learnt about, from the relaxation meditations to the breathing to the icy washers with lavender!
Elizabeth xx
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Luxie may born at SCUH 21 Oct 2018

I breathed my baby girl out! Waterbirth, no drugs, 3 hours at home then 3 hours at hospital. Thank you for all your support over the two months, your belly breathing got me through it!
Kate x

Poppy born at SCUH on 18 Oct 2018

Just letting you know Poppy stormed her way into our hearts last night. Natural delivery, no special circumstances or pain relief. Thank you so much for all you taught us, I breathed my way through each surge and Brian was absolutely amazing!
Megan x

Pippa born at Buderim Hospital 15 Oct 2018

Even tho I needed intervention I'm still so proud of myself and even Sam! He was the most supportive partner and I didn't need to tell him to do or stop anything he just instinctively knew and Hypnobirthing really allowed him to help me. He would have been lost without it. So thank u so much for all your help and can't wait to bring her in and show u.
Jenna
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Aston Jai born at SCUH 5 Oct 2018

This course, having has you as a teacher and your yoga classes made me feel supported and grounded throughout this whole experience. I'm not sure what I would've done or what the outcome would have been if we hadn't to be honest. It was so helpful for both Jas and I and we are so grateful for all your help! Victoria x
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Dylan Jean born at SCUH 1 Oct 2018

You would have been so proud of my labouring skills. I used your breathing skills for 9 hours, unfortunately it was an emergency c-section, but nevertheless she is perfect and we ecstatic. Thank you for all your wisdom.
Ebanie

Baj born at SCUH 21 Sept 2018

Hi Carrie, I just wanted to let you know that Byron and I welcomed our little boy into the world early this morning. It was another very speedy birth but we still managed time to calmly waterbirth. I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you taught us. The skills and techniques allowed me to be completely present and connect with my baby every step of the way. And further more gave Byron the confidence to be the most amazing birth partner...I’m so proud of him! He was incredible. We are so over the moon and so incredibly in love. Sandy xx

Frankie born at unexpectedly at home 7 Sept 2018

Our little man decided to enter this world in a hurry on Friday night. Contractions started just before 7 pm and we birthed our baby boy together on our ensuite floor at 8.20 pm moments before the ambulance arrived. Thanks Carrie for all you've taught Brett and I over the years.
Elle xx
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Ryder born at SCUH 27 Aug 2018

Eli was such an incredible support, he made me feel safe, he calmed me down when my breathing would get too fast. I could not have dreamed of a more supportive and loving person to be by my side. Hypnobirthing and calm pregnancy yoga defiantly gave me the tools I needed to stay as calm as possible. Kara xx
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Baby boy born at SCUH 26 Aug 2018

Hi Carrie. Our beautiful baby boy arrived today. 39 weeks. Labour was 59 minutes, including in that time was 11 minutes of birthing the placenta. The actual pushing took 4 minutes, with only two pushes. No tearing andI'im now on my way home 6 hours later with both of us perfectly well. All thanks to hypnobirthing and just the confidence it gives you. Loreleigh xx

Baby girl born unexpectedly at home 21 Aug 2018

Super quick birth, ambos and midwives didn't make it in time. Blair caught her and big sister Zoe was right in amongst it all!
Narrelle x

Alaric born at SCUH 18 Aug 2018

We just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you did to prepare us and help me find my own calm confidence through pregnancy and labour. Your education and support helped us to turn down induction, have my beautiful empowering birth and really enjoy the third trimester of pregnancy. You made such a positive impact on our journey, birth and staying calm in the week after. Thank you so much.
Bo & Michael xx

Oscar born at SCUH 4 Aug 2018

THANK YOU for all the support you provided, especially the yoga during the last weeks of this pregnancy - it really helped me going with being compassionate and positive towards myself.
Sunny x

Arlo born at SCUH 26th July 2018

Beautiful, drug free water birth - only just got to the hospital in time ! I was fully dilated upon arrival to birth suite! Arrived at the hospital & bubs was born a short hour and a half later!! Probably laboured at home for a bit too long but it all worked out must have been in the zone. Massive thank you to you & your hypno practice couldn’t have done it without you. Chris was an amazing support too thanks to your aided by your guidance also. Gemma xx

Riley born at SCUH 16 Jul 2018

Not quite the process we had planned, but hypno was amazing through it all and despite a few unplanned interventions, we manage a very amazing birth! It was intense and draining physically and emotionally, but I wouldn't change it for the world. Sam was an absolute rock!
Erin xx

Liam born at SCUH 15 Jul 2018

We had a tough start - 33 hours labour back to back and a Caesar. Lots of intervention and many tears as our plans went out the window. Mark as my rock. Thanks for all the help getting us ready for this big adventure. It wasn't perfect but it he is here and safe and so very loved.
Elise xx

Callie eve born at SCUH 6 Jun 2018

I just wanted to thank you for all of your help with preparing Tom and I for the birth of our beautiful little girl. I am forever grateful to you for empowering both of us & helping us achieve our goal of a positive & peaceful birth experience! Thank you, thank you, thank you! Ebony x
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Nullah Roo born at SCUH 21 May 2018

The hypnobirth course was so valuable in enabling us to make our own decisions, feel in control, and accept changes in direction from our “birth preferences”. So happy and feeling super positive about our birth story and so grateful for all we learnt from you Carrie!!! Cannot recommend your course highly enough, and have been spreading the word to all of our friends and family. Alana xx
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Lilly born at Buderim Hospital 18 Apr 2018

Spontaneous natural breech birth at 36 weeks! She came bum first. Thank you for what you initially taught me with my first birth. I truly believe that it has made all 3 of my births beautiful stories to remember. Emma xx
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Leon Davis born at SCUH 7 Mar 2018

Carrie’s presence at our birth was invaluable. She shared supporting me beautifully with Travis, giving encouragement, reminders and warm motherly hugs. Most importantly, she was calm under pressure and had the most supportive suggestions when interventions were recommended. Thank you Carrie. Travis and I are eternally grateful for your support in helping us welcome little Leon. Renee xx
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Rain born at Royal Womens Brisbane, 4 Mar 2018

Rain was born at 26 weeks prem and weighed 900 grams. Ryan and I agree without your classes our situation would have been out of control, stressful and uneducated. Thank you for what you have taught us. Stacy xx
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Eve Josephine born at SCUH 16 Dec 2017

Thanks to all our hypnobirthing knowledge it was the perfect birth. Thank you so much for all your support and education, it could have been a very different experience without your help.
Shannon & Matt
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Rocco born at SCUH 19 Nov 2017

I felt supported, in control and empowered with how long I was able to last in labour, only possible by using all my knowledge and techniques I learnt during our Hypnobirthing course. Courtney x
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Polly born at SCUH 21 June 2017

Thank you Carrie, your guidance was invaluable and I hope your courses continue to grow and help others as much as they helped us.
Nicky & Scott
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Luka born at Buderim Hospital 26 April 2017

We just wanted to pass on the biggest thank you for all of your support over the last six months. We learnt so much from you in the hypnobirthing classes and during yoga. The most significant thing that I took away from classes was a deep trust in my body and its ability to work with our baby to have a positive birth experience. And Jared said the hypnobirthing classes made him feel very prepared and that he would be an integral part of the birth process, which he was.
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Marley Heather born at SCUH 1 May 2017

Brad and I are so very proud to announce the arrival of our beautiful baby girl - Marley Heather. I would love to share my story with you as your classes and hypnobirthing really helped us to stay calm, focused and centred. I even remember saying to Brad "I want Carrie" at one stage at the hospital. I can't wait to catch up and have a chat with you when we settle in - and I hope to start yoga as soon as my body is ready!! Much love to you Jess x
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Leo Aidan born at Nambour Hospital on 23 Nov 2016

I just wanted to let you know how we went and thank you for your teachings which helped us have the strength and calmness to bring this little cutie into the world. I managed to breathe him down with a lot of noise! Shaking legs - at almost 8Ib and no tears! Can't believe I did that! Hypnobirthing definitely kept me and Chris calm & focused! Lou xx
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Mia Grace born at Nambour Hospital on 17 Nov 2016

Carrie your voice was with me the whole way and I couldn't have done it without your support, love and tools you taught both Dayne and I. From the bottom of our hearts - thank you for everything. Kellie xx
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Teo Soul born at Nambour Hospital on 8 Nov 2016

Carrie - I cannot thank you enough for the pivotal role you played in our journey, the knowledge you shared in hypnobirthing class and for being present at his birth. Your energy is truly amazing. Thank you so much for everything - I can't even explain how much it meant to us to have you there!! Sara
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Georgia born at Nambour Hospital on 6 Nov 2016

Thank you so much Carrie for all your wisdom and hypnobirth education, we truly believe this is what allowed us to calmly accept every part of our labour journey and breath our gorgeous daughter earthside. Ava x
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Blake Hudson born at Nambour Hospital on 29 Oct 2016

Carrie was a vital part of our support and education in this journey and I'm over joyed to share I achieved my med-free, VBAC, water-birth. A million thanks to Carrie, her Hypnobirthing course and yoga classes. Samantha
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Hudson Thomas born at Nambour Hospital on 5 Oct 2016

Thank you again for your support, your yoga classes were like a breath of fresh air and I always felt so calm and relaxed after. Hudson is a dream baby, so relaxed and I put a lot of it down to taking time out for myself! Doing meditation and yoga helped slow me down and I believe it had such a positive affect on him while he was in my tummy. Jemma
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Sasha Rose, born at Buderim Hospital on 27 Sept 2016

Antony and I both reflect on Sasha's birthing day as one of the most emotionally challenging experiences we have endured as a couple, but we both agree that without our HypnoBirthing 'tool box' things could have been a lot worse! Antony has not stopped talking about how he is so thankful we did your course and gained the knowledge we did. (Carrie - he tells everyone he wouldn't have been able to keep it together without the HypnoBirthing skills he learnt!) Thank you for all that you taught us, both Antony and I we will be forever grateful. We cant wait to introduce Sasha Rose to you. Tara xx
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Jacob Cole born at Nambour Hospital on 26 Sept 2016

I surprised myself at how calm I was, I did shed a tear at that moment when I realised that our boy was on his way to meet us. Thank you so much Carrie, you have no idea how much you helped us to make Jacob's birth what it was. Keegan x
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Tucker born at Nambour Hospital on 14 Sept 2016

I'm so grateful for hypnobirthing and the yoga classes. It taught me to be calm through everything and it worked. The midwife said they had never seen someone remain so calm and strong through it all. My husband was also amazing, he breathed with me, held my hand, massaged my back, was my spokesperson to the doctors and whispered encouragements the whole time. Alice
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Max, born at Buderim Hospital on 3 Sept 2016

Just wanted to say a huge thank you Carrie for the yoga and labour prep. It certainly helped with the quick arrival of our little guy on 3rd September. I couldn't have done it without your incredible teachings. Ally
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Oskar Lewis, born at Nambour Hospital 27 August 2016

Thank you Carrie for helping Blake and I have the birthing experience we wished for. A fast 5 hour labour, no drugs just hypnobirthing! Nina
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Jack Darcy born at Nambour Hospital on 18 August 2016

Thank you Carrie for giving me such valuable tools to navigate through pregnancy, prepare me for birth, and help me tap into the mental & physical strength I needed for my "marathon" labour....truly amazing. Bec
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Chase, born at Nambour Hospital on 8 Sept 2016

It was intense, powerful, beautiful, exhausting. I couldn't be more grateful that I invested time into the 5 week Hypnobirthing course! I can't thank you enough Carrie, we got the natural water birth we trained for and envisioned! Sally
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Parker, surprise homebirth on 29 July 2016

Can't thank you enough Carrie for you words of wisdom. I was able to breathe him down. It was amazing and I was up out of bed after about 2 hours! ! We are so in love. Laura
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Isla Charlotte, born at Buderim Hospital on 22 July 2016

Thank you Carrie for sharing your knowledge and calm words during my pregnancy. Everything I learnt really helped to keep me calm and make the right decisions for my body and my baby. Kirby
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Everlee Grae, born at Buderim Hospital on 19 July 2016

I can't recommend practising yoga highly enough during pregnancy, and can't wait to get back into it. Thanks to my yoga course and practising daily yoga at home towards to end of my pregnancy, I "somehow" managed to "breathe" her out with a natural unassisted relaxed birth. Kasey
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Nixon Josh, born at Nambour Hospital on 5 July 2016

Thank you to breathing techniques and yoga poses I was able to birth my baby without any drugs which is what I wanted. Sally
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Ethan, born at Buderim Hospital on 17 June 2016

I cannot thank Carrie enough for all the phenomenal guidance and knowledge she provided us leading up to this massive life event. I wish everyone knew about and engaged with Hypnobirthing (and yoga) as for us the benefits were obvious and all the preparation beforehand so worth it! Jen
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Lucas born at Buderim Hospital on 3 June 2016

I just want to say a massive thank you for your words of wisdom and support throughout pregnancy yoga! I had the joy of an intervention and drug free water birth. My 8 hour was over with so quickly and easily because my mind was strong and focused. I'm so very grateful to have been surrounded by such positive influences throughout pregnancy who helped me achieve the birth I wanted. This includes you and the wonderful women your classes attract! Thank you again! Naomi
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Bonnie born at Nambour Hospital on 7 May 2016

The Hypnobirthing class taught me something that I never thought was possible. To love and respect my wife more than I already did. If HypnoBirthing can do one thing for you as a man, it is teaching you how to support your better half. How to encourage her. How to reassure her. How to read her body language and to nurture her. Most importantly, it taught me that as a man, I have a role to play in birth. My wife does not need to do this alone, scared or frightened. Instead, as a team, we birthed our daughter into this world together, calmly, quietly, and more in love with each other than ever before. It is without a doubt the best investment I have ever made, Joel
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Wolfgang born at Nambour Hospital on 2 May 2016

Andy and I prepared ourselves early in pregnancy for a gentle, natural birth of our first child. We discovered HypnoBirthing and found that it 'just made sense'. On completing the course with Carrie, we felt empowered, capable and confident in how we'd birth as a loving team. Thanks Carrie for all your support, teachings and care. Our boy is peaceful, thanks to a connected and calm pregnancy and a natural birth.
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Eliza born at Gympie Hospital on 1 Apr 2016

This birth was so different to my first, it was so empowering. So, so thankful even though it wasn't exactly how I envisioned her birth to start. It was amazing. Thank you Carrie for everything you taught us, it was incredible. Amazing birth. Cara xx
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Xavier born at Buderim Hospital on 4 Mar 2016

Carrie, I just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your support leading up to the birth of our little man on Friday. Your classes and workshop were absolutely invaluable and really made a huge difference to our labour and birth experience. It truly was a healing birth experience for me and my husband and we are so thankful for everything you taught us, things could have turned out very differently otherwise. Holly xx
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Stella Rose born at Nambour Hospital on 6 Feb 2016

I cannot thank Carrie enough for all she has given us. The education that she provided will be used for the rest of our lives. Upon meeting Carrie earlier in the year, we knew that she was the one for us. We felt instant warmth as we entered the studio. She taught us how to prepare for the unexpected and accept what will be. In life we must learn that not everything will go to plan, however we need to embrace this and move on. Carrie taught us not only how to be planned but also more importantly how to be in full control. Bec x
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Sadie, born at Nambour Hospital on 30 Jan 2016

Our beautiful princess, Sadie was earth born on 30th January 2016, and the entire experience for me was soul changing .... more incredible than I even imagined! It was intense, it was absolutely challenging yet so beautiful and utterly euphoric. Thank you to our doula Carrie for your guidance and support, invaluable!!
Brie xx
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Suki Fyrin, born at Nambour Hospital on 27 Jan 2016

Six hours after arriving at the birth suite Suki was born; no drugs required, no vaginal exams or constant monitoring. Suki's entrance into the world was marked with peace, strength, synergy and loads of love. HypnoBirthing was invaluable to both Luke and me, as we felt empowered with knowledge, support and tools to equip us for a smooth and easy birth. It was truly a transformative experience that prepared us for birth: mentally, physically and emotionally. Rebekah
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Ada Mae born at Buderim Hospital on 24 Jan 2016

Thank you so much for sharing your love and knowledge which made it all possible. Forever grateful! It was so wonderful and we no doubt have you to thank for our success and the calmness of the journey. Everything went exactly as we planned. A little girl arrived last night into the water birth Katie always wanted. Thank so much for everything. Christian
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Ivy Stone born at Nambour Hospital on 29 Aug 2015

My partner Joel and I hired Carrie as our doula for the birth of our second child. Carrie’s soothing voice kept me focused during the pushing phase and when my baby girl was born, I was ecstatic, not exhausted. The first days and weeks of her life were pure bliss, as we had experienced the beautiful hormone-led birth I knew was possible. Every mother deserves to experience this and it is possible with the right birth support! I am so thankful to Carrie for helping me to have my dream birth, and would recommend her to any expectant mother. Emily x
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Clio Madison born at Buderim Hospital on 6 Aug 2015

I was recommended to Joymamma by a couple of friends and so I enrolled in Carrie's pregnancy yoga class at 30 weeks. It was the best thing I could have done! Carrie's approach to yoga is amazing. I learnt more from the classes I did with her than from any other instructor and have taken away techniques that I will use for life. So a huge thank you to Carrie for all her wisdom - Luke and I will be forever grateful for our amazing birth experience.
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Frankie born at home on 9 July 2015

It is truly admirable what you do for mothers, teaching us to embrace birth with your HypnoBirthing classes and connecting us with a supportive network of women after baby arrives. You are an incredible mentor, a wealth of knowledge and genuinely lovely to be around. The confidence we gained from taking your classes contributed greatly to us having the birth we desired for little Frankie. Although my birth journey wasn't perfect and at times challenging it felt truly magical, wonderful and powerful and I attribute my calm, relaxed state of mind to the HypnoBirthing techniques you taught to us. Giving us the tools to achieve a peaceful natural birth was your gift to us and we will be forever grateful.
Love Nikki, Scott and Frankie

Jessica born at Buderim Hospital on 23 Jun 2015

With Carrie by our side for 36 hours (!) she kept my hubby and myself, calm, supported and in control of our birth. Although it did not go to 'plan' we used the techniques Carrie taught us to go with whatever turns came our way, and even though we had a c-section, Carrie was with us every single step of the way, even present in theatre. Just knowing she was there with Dean, was such comfort. People come and go in your life. Some will stay forever....Carrie is one of those for us....xxx
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Max born at Buderim Hospital on 17 Jun 2015

I can say with certainty that my labour and birth was incredibly smooth because of the preparation and knowledge that I had thanks to Carrie. HypnoBirthing helped me have a calm, gentle birth that was short and as comfortable as birthing can be!! I am looking forward to the experience for our second child (in the future)! Sue xx
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Maya born at Buderim Hospital on 3 Jun 2015

I wanted to thank you for the guidance and advice you provided to us throughout my pregnancy. We welcomed our baby girl into our arms on the 3rd June, she is absolutely divine and we are so in love! I know that she is safely with us because of the nourishment, love and trust I had in my body and my baby, something I want to thank you for teaching and encouraging me to do. Sam
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Finn born at Buderim Hospital on 22 Mar 2015

HypnoBirthing is wonderful, I wish more people knew about it and more women empowered by it. We personally got so much more out of it by doing the course with Carrie than we would have done by reading a book alone. It did not unfold exactly as I had hoped (posterior position, unable to enter water due to foetal monitor.) The attending midwife commented that the HypnoBirthing must be the reason why this first time mama handled a drug-free posterior labour so beautifully. Angie
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Archie born at Nambour Hospital on 31 Jan 2015

While no step of the way was how we had dreamed it would be we both feel as though HypnoBirthing prepared us and helped us to stay calm and focused at every turn we came to. Every decision we made we were behind 100% because it was a decision that had been discussed and thought about before proceeding. We always had the goal that as long as we had a healthy son at the end it would be a success, but it's so lovely that the experience to deliver our son was one that we are happy with. Thank-you for your wonderful classes. We feel it would have been a very different story had it not been for them. We're already looking forward to our next birthing experience! Chelsea x
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Angus born at Buderim Hospital on 4 Apr 2015

Hi Carrie, I wanted to say a huge thank you for the active birthing course! We absolutely loved the course and used everything you taught us during the birth of our son! It made the birth very special. My husband and I were connected the entire time - I could not have done it without him and things we learnt in the course. Our boy was a whopping 10.6 pounds and I was unable to push him out after 3 hours of pushing, he was delivered safely via C-section on Sat 4th April. I still cannot believe the size of him! Elise

Clara born at home on 19 Feb 2015

"Hey Carrie, I thought I should let you know that we now have a beautiful baby girl named Clara, born on 19 Feb at 11.11 am. We had an amazing water birth at home after 12 hours labour and everything went really well. I wanted to thank you for all the tips and the yoga classes, they were amazing and definitely helped me in labour (especially the breathing)!" Lots of love from Lauren & Clara

Baby girl born in water at Nambour Hospital on 19 Feb 2015

We came home after 24 hours, a completely dream birth that was absolute perfection. Carrie, I cannot thank you enough for being such an integral teacher in my journey. My birth was astounding - I did most of the hard yards at home with my hubby completely relaxed, and I was literally smiling throughout the pushing stage I was so elated. Another perfect water birth. Only two surges where I may have lost focus for twenty seconds or so but that's all. We asked for no intervention, the midwife just stayed in the corner and let us do it all ourselves!! And no stitches, plus perfect third stage I believe that using no pain relief at any time, and using all your focus techniques and mantras was key. I cannot believe how much BREATHING played a part in my perfect birth. Seriously?! Just breathing!! And my husband counting down. Just so good!I can't believe I was SMILING during so many parts, and when I pushed her out I was laughing and smiling and said to my mum 'that felt so good!'

Onyx born at home on 20 Jan 2015

Hello Carrie ! Hope you had a great Xmas and new year! Just an email to say thank you for all that you gave us on our journey! We birthed Onyx at home on Tuesday night on a gorgeous stormy night in the pool . He is perfect and honestly iv never known love till now! After 5.5 hrs of a smooth active labour I am over the moon !! I had your voice in my head (the calm breathing recording you sent) it was as if u were there ! - made me miss u ! Through each surge I reminded myself to stay open to make the most of each surge . Your guidance is something that will not only stay with me as a memory of his birth but as a practice for life . Let go, release and breath. Thank you for helping me make birth the biggest high of my life ! Seb was AMAZING ! I love the man more than ever !
Sending love - Kirstie, Sebastian and Onyx Xxxx

Oriah born at Buderim Hospital 17 Sep 2014

Through referral I came across HypnoBirthing, and after meeting with Carrie my partner and I knew it was exactly what we were looking for. Carrie was informative, supportive and all round amazing. In the end we both felt empowered and I felt so confident that I literally couldn't wait to give birth! I truly recommend it to any woman and couples looking to empower themselves with knowledge and techniques that will assist you in birthing your baby but also to help give you techniques you can use to keep you calm in times of stress afterwards.
Jess and Chris
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Elsie born in water at Nambour Hospital on 7 Aug 2014

At 14 weeks I started pregnancy yoga with Carrie and soon became introduced to HypnoBirthing! My husband was sceptical at first but agreed to come along for me. And I couldn't be happier that he did! On the morning of 7th August 2014 I went into labour and I feel privileged to be able to say that I had the most amazing labour and delivery you could ask for! It was such a peaceful time that my little girl was actually born asleep, into the birthing pool at Nambour hospital! I can't thank Carrie enough for the skills that she gave us to be able to have the birth that we did, and to hold those precious memories of such an amazing time! Xxx
Alex and Dom

Freya born at Buderim Hospital on 12 Jul 2014

Thank you for helping to prepare us for her birth. It was a beautiful experience, much better than last time. Thanks for all your encouraging words and everything you taught us along the way. I am a convert to affirmations now, thank-you. I'd been using one about stretching gently around baby's head while doing perineal massage and I used that as well when she was birthing. Worked a treat, no tears this time. Bronwyn
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Lani born at Nambour Hospital on 18 Jun 2014

I just wanted to thank you again for everything you taught us in the HypnoBirthing course, we really believe it helped us have the calm, drug free birth I hoped for, for our daughter. I really can't thank you enough for everything, the HypnoBirthing & yoga classes were wonderful and I look forward to starting mums & bubs yoga with you soon! Kelly
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Narayan born at Rockhampton Base Hospital on 8 Jun 2014

Carrie, thank you for your warm and beautiful energy when delivering the HypnoBirthing course. I cannot imagine having taken this course with anyone else as your knowledge and energy complemented the principles of HypnoBirthing. I came into the first session nervous about my impending labour, and by the final week felt nothing but excitement about meeting my son in a natural, calm way. Throughout different stages of the labour I thought back to the course and the relaxation techniques, as well as the more practical information regarding what my body was experiencing. I felt in control, relaxed, and aware through the entire labour. At the end, my mind was clear and I felt empowered and couldn't wait to contact you and share the news that I had done it! Thank you again, and I will be telling all my girlfriends on the Sunshine Coast to take this course. Krystal
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Ari born at home on 6 Jun 2014

Morgan and I both attribute our amazing birth to the skills we acquired through doing the HypnoBirthing course with Carrie. I was also lucky enough to have Carrie attend my birth as a doula. Her support was exactly what I needed, she always knew what to say and when. As Ari was born Carrie was holding my hand and breathing her down with me. Thank you Carrie I look forward to the birth of our next child and will be booking in your skills as soon as I discover that second line on the infamous stick! Dallen & Morgan
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Theo born at home on 7 May 2014

I wholeheartedly recommend Hypnobirthing as part of preparing for birth and for everything that comes afterwards! Our experience of birthing our son at home was amazing, and certainly supported by what we had learnt with Carrie. The whole HypnoBirthing approach felt very natural for us, and it continues to be useful now as we parent this gorgeous little being we've brought into the world. Thanks Carrie for all your support and wisdom along our journey. Shay & Martin
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Nash born at Nambour Hospital on 1 Jun 2014

Thank you Carrie for your caring support. Your presentation and delivery of the HypnoBirthing course was so empowering. You gave us the confidence, strength and knowledge to experience a beautiful natural birth for our son Nash. Your on-going support as our doula gave us the reassurance we needed along with reducing the stress and pressure both leading up to and during birth. You were there with us the whole way and we can’t thank you enough. Natalie, Craig, Rylee & Nash.
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Louie born at home on 6 May 2014

Carrie's Hypnobirthing and Yoga classes are fantastic. She is a very warm and caring teacher who makes you feel instantly at ease. I highly recommend Joymamma to all. I just wanted to say thank you so much for all the help that HypnoBirthing gave me during my labour. The tools were invaluable for Josh. Thank you again Carrie. With lots of love. Belinda & Josh
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Dreeyad born at Toowoomba Hospital on 20 Apr 2014

Words can't fully describe the love and thanks that I have for Carrie and what her HypnoBirthing classes and Yoga did for me. It empowers you to the highest level and puts you back in control of the birth that you seek. I loved that your birth partner was fully involved in all the classes and the bonding that takes place is amazing. The combo of HypnoBirthing and Yoga fully prepared me for the beautiful water birth that I had but also for everyday life and the challenges that come your way. Breathing is an amazing tool that we all don't use enough and the potential behind relaxation is endless.

Carrie is an amazing teacher and her kindness and love will help anyone that gets the chance to take part in one of her classes. Not only was she our teacher but at the end of if she became a friend whom you can trust and ask for help at anytime. Thank you so much Carrie and I do and will continue to recommend Hypnobirthing and Yoga to anyone that has the joy of being pregnant. It was amazing Carrie and I couldn’t have done it without your guidance, spirit and support. It was pure and natural and I birthed in the water. At one stage I lost my way and confidence but I followed my body and let go and just did what I had to. I can’t wait to see you and share our journey. Love you! Renee and Richard

Dixie Joy born at Buderim Hospital on 18 Apr 2014

Carrie and her studio are so calm, cool & collected and easily you can find your bliss. Even when 40 weeks pregnant I felt totally comfortable in this environment. Kristy

Walter born in water at Nambour Hospital on 7 Apr 2014

We had a beautiful birth, we went 100% to our birth vision. Just had some blood loss complications after but we couldn’t have been in a better place than at the hospital for it. So we were thankful for that. What a big adventure! Georgie & Zac

Lily born in water at Buderim Hospital on 21 Mar 2014

Our precious little girl is just perfect! She's been so calm and all the midwives comment on how placid she is. Breastfeeding is a little tricky, but definitely getting easier. Fortunately I have loads of milk. I can't believe that Lily is finally here and how much I love her already. Look forward to you meeting her. Bec

Saskia born at Nambour Hospital on 19 Mar 2014

Thank you for empowering Dani so she had the tools to give Saskia the best start in life possible. I'm forever in your debt. Jonathan

Katelyn born at home on 3 Mar 2014

Thank you Carrie for your support and belief in us!! Attending yoga prenatally prepared me with positions and focusing on the breath. HypnoBirthing CD helped me with remaining positive and surrendering so I had the right mindset. Nicki
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Kai born at Nambour Hospital on 4 Feb 2014

A lot of hurdles along the way, a total of 36 hours from start to finish and I have to say without my breathing and relaxation techniques I'm sure it would have been much more challenging. We couldn't have done it without your guidance so thank you so much. Jen and Stu

William born at Sunshine Coast Midwifery Centre on 1 Feb 2014

My husband and I attended Joymamma HypnoBirthing classes for five weeks where we met other like-minded couples and learned the techniques and preparations needed to have exactly the kind of birth we were hoping for. Thank you, Carrie for demonstrating the principles to us in such an inviting and engaging way. I can’t recommend Joymamma HypnoBirthing highly enough and look forward to a refresher course for baby #2! Kate
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Jonah, born at Sunshine Coast Midwifery Centre on 1 February 2014

“It was an intense labour, and I was not exactly as peaceful as I envisioned, but it was truly an empowering experience to squat and breathe myself through the pain and deliver him naturally. Thank you so much for the guidance, I am really looking forward to continuing my yoga journey with you.” Emily

Baby Boy born in water at Nambour Hospital January 2014

“Hi Carrie, I know I only came to one active birth yoga class, but I am thankful for even that one and for learning the squatting position and its benefits (opening the pelvis up). We had a beautiful calm water birth. 3 hours and 40 minutes, and welcomed a little boy into the world. I think the positions I birthed in really helped make it such a wonderful and easy birth (that mixed with water birth and the support of my husband and him reminding me of my breathing). So thank you!” Joanna

Leon, born in water at Nambour Hospital 25 January 2014

“At first I was a bit sceptical about the benefits of Hypnobirthing however having completed the course and having seen the outcomes during labour I can't speak highly enough of the value that this course provides to the prep for the big day. I can only recommend Carrie as a teacher, too. We had a great course with her and the result was a great birth experience, completely natural without medication and a very happy baby. To me the Hypnobirthing techniques make absolute perfect sense and I think they should be integrated in all birth preparation courses.” Adam
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Alice, born at Nambour Hospital on 16 January 2014

“I thank Carrie so much for all her help and support, and providing us with the means to have the natural, peaceful labour we wanted. I would recommend Hypnobirthing and antenatal yoga to pregnant mums and partners, and I would definitely recommend Carrie. Carrie provides such a complete service with antenatal yoga, hypnobirthing plus doula service and postnatal yoga. Each service is so specific to that requirement, along with Carrie's wonderful support and experience, she provides a calming and positive environment. It's great to meet other like minded mums and I can't thank Carrie enough for her yoga and hypnobirth services she provided to me, plus the postnatal support. Thanks Carrie - you are a mothering star!" Michelle
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Poppy, born in water at Buderim Hospital on 27 January 2014

“It was the most amazing experience and all natural thanks to HypnoBirthing. I just wanted to say thank you for being such a fantastic HypnoBirthing practitioner and yoga instructor! We couldn't have done it without you.” Candice & Jordie

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Nixon, born at Buderim Hospital on 27 November 2013

“Thank you, thank you, thank you. My HypnoBirth was exactly the same as the movies you showed us, absolutely an amazing experience. It was truly amazing and beautiful. Thank you so much.” Suzie

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Georgia, born at Buderim Hospital 15 Nov 2013

“My birth only lasted two and a half hours! I couldn’t sleep a wink for two days or nights because I was so full of endorphins. I put a lot of my success down to my yoga sessions with you and cannot thank you enough for all your help and advice. I am totally in love with her and didn’t think it ever possible to love someone so much.” Toni

Charlotte, born at Nambour Hospital on 9 Nov 2013

“Carrie was in touch the whole time and was willing to offer her time beyond the HypnoBirthing course itself. Yoga is now a regular fixture in my life - it has given me a new positive way to approach life and has allowed me to take a step back and relax when things have felt overwhelming or I have felt isolated from my family. I am certain that if it wasn't for discovering Carrie the experience would not have been as wonderful as it was.” Katherine

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Sam, born at Buderim Hospital 4 Nov 2013

“It was awesome, 6 hours, no drugs, calm and beautiful. It was unbelievable! Lisa was calmer than the women in the videos you showed us. Thank you Carrie” Marty, father of baby Sam.

Samuel, born at Buderim Hospital 19 Oct 2013

“Hi Carrie! We are the proud new parents of Samuel Adam. My midwives complimented me on my impressive deep squatting skills as I was able to hold the positions for so long. ALL thanks to yoga my birthing experience was a very positive one.” Elan

Harvey, born at Nambour Hospital 15 Oct 2013

“I have always been fairly active and after falling pregnant many of these usual fitness activities were off limits. Admittedly yoga was not something I had done much of before but committing to take the time out each week to participate in this pregnancy yoga course was without a doubt incredibly beneficial. Not only did it assist in mentally and physically preparing me for labour but also allowed me to meet a great bunch of positive and like-minded women who were going through the same experience. I truly believe that yoga provided me with the skills, techniques and insight that greatly assisted me through labour. Thank you for all your help and advice.” Megan

Yemi, born in the car on way to Nambour Hospital! 28 Sept 2013

Carrie gave me and my partner confidence and tools which ultimately was getting in touch with the deeper art of relaxation, and as a result brought us closer together through pregnancy and labour. We trusted one another and understood our roles with Carrie’s guidance, this was invaluable. We loved Carrie’s support and teaching, we loved learning to relax more with each other, which gave me a very relaxed second labour, so much so our baby girl was birthed in the back seat of our car calmly, and confidently on the way to hospital, a memory we will cherish all our lives. Thank you Carrie for your work and magic xx love and gratitude.” Darren, Sarah, Tilly and Yemi.

"Thank you for such a great space and your wonderful guidance. Feeling totally uplifted and inspired !!! We can recommend HypnoBirthing with Carrie to all expecting couples, wherever you are... empowering, deep and very, very relaxing, all the components you need for a normal birth. Our baby is now one week old, and I would quite happily do all over again! xxx
Thank you Carrie xxx BIG LOVE xxx” Sarah

George, born unexpectedly at home on 19 Aug 2013

“Firstly I want to say if it wasn't for Carrie at Joymammma, my birth story would have been very different, even traumatic. If I could give any advice to soon-to-be mums, book into Carrie’s Hypnobirthing course as soon as possible, and once baby is here, trust your motherly instincts. Thank you so much for everything, it really would have been a totally different story if it wasn't for you. Much love and thanks to Carrie.” Emma & Tom

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Oscar, born at Nambour Hospital 1 June 2013

“To the amazing Carrie, I just wanted to thank you so much for teaching us all about HypnoBirthing and making my less than ideal birth a beautiful and calm experience! We are so grateful to you for all the extra time and work you put in, with the yoga classes and being so compassionate! You are always in our hearts.” Lisa

Eva born at Buderim Hospital 18 May 2013

“When I found out I was pregnant a niggling fear started to emerge about giving birth. Carrie helped me to not only release this fear but to create feelings of confidence and excitement about my birth journey. It was great for my partner too. Carrie is incredibly knowledgeable, caring and is genuinely committed to supporting parents-to-be.” Tara

Grace, born at Nambour Hospital on 22 April 2013

"Although we didn’t get the natural, drug and intervention-free birth we had dreamed of, HypnoBirthing helped us to prepare and remain calm for any turn our birthing took. I was able to focus inward and trust that things would be ok. Little Grace is a very calm baby and we attribute this largely to the HypnoBirthing preparation we undertook. Thanks so much Carrie, for your wonderful work! We love you xx” Eloise

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Imogen Rose, born at home on 25 December 2012

"I promise, that nobody could be more sceptical than me. We started the course and within the first session it was so clear that there was another way – that there should be no other way. Hypnobirthing helped me more than I ever thought it could. I was so relaxed and trusted my body completely, it was the most amazing, fulfilling and beautiful experience of my life. Thank you so, so much for your guidance and friendship throughout my pregnancy and for the beautiful yoga classes.” Claire & Jon

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Jack Daniel, born at Nambour Hospital on 27 June 2012

“I was calm the whole way through. There wasn't once that I doubted my body and this time I was able to switch off and let my body do what it was made for. I found it really awesome as I watched in a mirror as I gave birth and I was awe stricken with my body too much to even think about anything else. Thanks so much for your guidance in giving us the tools to make our birth experience the spiritual bond we wanted it to be.” Michelle & Daniel

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