Common Fears About Becoming a Hypnobirthing Teacher And How To Overcome Them

You’ve had a great experience with Hypnobirthing. It’s changed the way you see birth, maybe even the way you see yourself — and now there’s a quiet whisper (or a loud nudge!) urging you to pass it on.

But then the doubts creep in.

“Could I really teach this?”

“I’m not confident speaking in front of people.”

“I don’t have a background in teaching or in maternity services.”

First, take a deep breath lovely one. These feelings are completely normal- in fact, almost every Hypnobirthing teacher I’ve trained has felt them too. Let’s grab a cuppa and talk through some of the most common fears together.

1. “I’m not confident enough to stand up and teach.”

    

You don’t need to be a loud, extroverted person to be an amazing Hypnobirthing teacher. In fact, some of the most loved Hypnobirthing Instructors are quiet, calm, and empathetic, just like Hypnobirthing itself.

What helps:

• Our training includes teaching resources, strategies and so much guidance. Your lack of teaching experience never needs to hold you back.
• I was a teacher, so you don’t have to be. My experience as a qualified and experienced teacher is weaved through my Hypnobirthing Teacher Training. This gives you the teaching skills that are so useful for hosting powerful Hypnobirthing courses.
• Confidence grows with action, taking small steps. You don’t need to feel 100% ready before you begin- you become ready through doing it and we are here to hold your hand.

2. “I don’t have a background in teaching, midwifery or Hypnotherapy.”

    

Good news: you don’t need to! Our students and graduates come from a huge range of backgrounds We have trained accountants, beauty therapists, engineers, police officers, carers, scientists, social workers, and even party princesses (No joke!). Of course we do train teachers, midwives and Hypnotherapists but having a background like this really isn’t vital.

All you need is PASSION. Passion to support others to have more empowered birth experiences.

What helps:

• Our course is fully accredited and designed for people from all walks of life.
• You’ll learn everything you need to feel prepared, from the physiology of birth to how to use Hypnosis effectively.
• A kind heart and a desire to learn count just as much as qualifications.

3. “I’m scared of public speaking.”

I hear you! Please hear me when I say that this one is so common. But remember, you’re not standing on a stage - you’re sitting in a cosy room (or Zoom call) with people who are genuinely interested in what you have to say. Think of it like a chat with a good friend. You can do that, right?  

What helps:

• Remembering you don’t need to be polished or ‘perfect’. Just being real, present, and passionate is more than enough.
• Knowing that you can offer Hypnobirthing in whatever way feels right for you. Lots of our graduates start with one-on-one work until they feel more at ease and then consider adding group courses a bit later.

4. “I don’t know how I’d fit this around my kids/life/job.”

Flexibility is one of the biggest benefits of being a Hypnobirthing teacher. You can run your business part-time, evenings, weekends- whatever suits your life. It’s your business, its your rules.

Many of the women that come and train with us at Love Your Birth have busy lives. Many are doing this around a family, a day job, another business (or even all three!). It’s doable and our training and ongoing support is designed to support this flexibility.

What helps:

• During training, we talk about setting up a business your way- creating a pattern that suits YOU.
• You’ll be in a community of women doing the same thing. You’re not alone in this.

5. “What if I invest in training… and it doesn’t work out?”

Please know that this feeling comes from fear rather than a lack of potential.

There are no guarantees when starting something new, but I know that with our unique mix of thorough instructor training, business building guidance and ongoing support, you really are stacking the odds of success in your favour.

Do remember just how many expectant parents need Hypnobirthing. They are fearful of birth, lack understanding and support. Make the drive to help these people bigger than the fear.

What helps:

• Our training isn’t just a course- it’s a lifetime membership to an incredibly supportive community of advice, cheering on and friendship.
• You’ll leave with all practical tools and resources to start teaching right away, and we’re here to support you long after the training ends.

You’re more ready than you think.

A decade ago, I had these fears too. I could have easily not done it and yet I’d have missed out on so much.

Teaching hypnobirthing has brought so much satisfaction, freedom and flexibility to my life. As a busy mum of four, this has been incredible for our whole family unit and continues to be to this day.

Becoming a Hypnobirthing teacher isn’t about being fearless- it’s about trusting yourself enough to take the next step, wanting to help and being ready to learn.

If you’re feeling the call…I’d be honoured to support you.

Find out more about our accredited Hypnobirthing teacher training here -www.loveyourbirthtraining.com/train