birth education

for the woman & family ready to have an empowering experience

Congratulations on your pregnancy!

I offer two birth education experiences —

01
custom 1:1 birth education journey

02
the traditional hypnobirthing curriculum (mongan method), five ~2 hour sessions

I am taking a pause on teaching group classes and 1:1 clients while we welcome our second babe in June. I will begin client work again in the fall.

If you aren’t sure which option is right for you, book a complimentary consult! We’ll talk about your intentions and the support you are looking for. From there, we make a joint decision on if it’s the right fit, and which experience is aligned to you and your family’s priorities. For more information on HypnoBirthing, keep scrolling.

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  • “Emily is kind, welcoming, knowledgeable and passionate about empowering women to create a peaceful birth experience no matter what the circumstances are. The Hypnobirthing breathing and visualization techniques allowed me to stay grounded and focused during the intense moments. I also had the tools to advocate for myself and ensure I was included in all the decision-making that occurred during my birth. I was an active participant in the decision-making process when my birth plan needed to change. While I personally had special circumstances leading to a birth that was not my plan A, I still felt empowered and confident during the birth process due to the strategies and tools I learned in this course. Thank you Emily!”

    -Chelsea

  • “Emily’s approach to Hypnobirthing made me feel so much more confident in my body’s ability to birth my baby, and in my partners ability to support my experience in a way that is helpful to me and also makes him feel included in the process. The skills she taught me have already reduced my anxiety throughout pregnancy and I’m excited to have the birth I am manifesting, and having mindfulness skills to take into our parenthood journey.”

    -Leslie

  • “It was a truly wonderful class, and we are so grateful we took it. Lots of practical information but also centered on mindfulness. We had other classes lined up also to take through the hospital, but cancelled them as we decided this class was all we would need. Emily is an excellent teacher, very empowering, and really helped us feel calm and confidant about our upcoming birth!”

    -Christina

  • “Working with Emily feels like being with a fairy godmother of childbirth preparation! She is so attuned both to my needs as I prepare for labor as well as my husband’s as he explores his role. She listens to where we are in our process and so smartly, effectively, and kindly helps carry us forward with concrete strategies, hands-on practice, and wise perspective. Her breadth of knowledge impresses us, and we feel like we can really rely on her guidance and wisdom. I cannot recommend her highly enough for those looking to learn, feel empowered, and laugh along the way. Thank you, Emily!!”

    -Eve

  • “HypnoBirthing with Emily has been one of the most empowering parts of my pregnancy journey. The breathing techniques, visualizations, and affirmations helped me build real confidence in myself and trust in my body. I feel much more prepared—mentally and emotionally—for birth, and I've been able to release a lot of fear and anxiety. Emily's way of explaining the material, grounding it in her own birthing experience, and offering practical tools made everything feel relatable and actionable. Her calm, encouraging presence created a space where I felt supported and truly ready for what's ahead.”

    -Beatriz

  • “I cannot recommend Emily’s hypnobirthing course enough! From the very first session, it was clear that she brings both deep expertise and a genuine passion for empowering families in their birth journeys. What truly set Emily apart was her authentic and personal testimony—she didn’t just teach the techniques; she shared her own experiences in a way that made everything feel relatable, attainable, and inspiring.

    One of the things I appreciated most was how she engaged my husband in the process. She created a space where he felt not only included but actively involved, helping him understand how he could support me with confidence. Her approach transformed hypnobirthing from something I was learning on my own into a shared experience that strengthened our partnership as we prepare to welcome our baby.

    Emily’s warmth, knowledge, and ability to connect with her students made this class an invaluable experience. I feel more prepared, calm, and excited for birth, and I owe so much of that to her guidance.”

    -Cassie

  • “The HypnoBirthing course and book were invaluable for making the birth experience more approachable and manageable. It helped us prepare for what to expect, and provided methods for making the birth easier. Emily's easy instructional style gave us the opportunity to explore our fears, reflect on our ideas of how birth would go, and practice meditations for preparing our subconscious minds for the experience.”

    -Marian

  • “The hypnobirthing course has given me a toolkit to prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally for birth. I feel so much more confident and calm heading into my birth experience however it unfolds. Much of that is a testament to Emily and her approach to teaching. She does an incredible job of creating a positive, engaging, supportive environment throughout the course that enables her to share her knowledge and experience in such a grounded yet confident way. Would highly recommend!!”

    -Madison

hypnobirth

Birth can be a beautiful, powerful, and peaceful rite of passage. HypnoBirthing® is a childbirth education course rooted in the mind body connection. You’ll learn birthing basics, along with tools and techniques to help you cultivate an empowering and positive birth experience.

what is hypnobirthing?

For most of their lives, women have been inundated with negative stories of birth experiences. These negative stories perpetuate fear of the birthing process, leading bodies to become more tense which prohibits them from performing a normal physiological function — giving birth. It’s time to change this! Women who go through this program learn to trust that their bodies know how to bring their babies into the world.

HypnoBirthing is both a philosophy and technique that prepares a woman for an empowering and positive birth experience. The program focuses on the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of the mother, her birth partner (if applicable), and the baby. The five week course includes breathing, relaxation, visualization, meditative practice, and attention to nutrition.

Available Courses

On pause until the fall!

Private and customized courses on your schedule are also available. Reach out to learn more.

 FAQs

  • HypnoBirthing — The Mongan Method is taught over a 5 week period, once per week for 2.5 hours. Throughout the course, parents are provided with exercises and activities that can be completed on their own time. Practice and repetition are key! Practicing the techniques shared in the class are essential to conditioning your mind and body for a calm birth.

    The course is intentionally designed to be five weeks to give parents time to practice, reflect, connect with their baby, and consider their birth wishes. The goal is to prevent information overload, give you time to process and retain the information. Over the five weeks, parents gain a lot of knowledge, release their fears, and become more confident and relaxed about birth. All of this takes time to unfold!

  • You can begin HypnoBirthing at any time (even preconception), but most parents begin the program between 20-35 weeks. The earlier you begin, the more time you will have to practice for your birthing day.

  • Yes! The relaxation techniques you learn in class will serve as anchors in helping you stay grounded during birth, whatever course it may take. In addition, the class includes practices that help you connect with your baby. They benefit from your relaxation practices during pregnancy and birth too! The tools and techniques can generally help you connect to your center, which will continue to serve you through the rest of motherhood.

  • HypnoBirthing has been chosen by hundreds of thousands of expecting parents around the world to prepare for the birth of their child.

    Yes, birth is unpredictable and every birth takes its own unique path. While not every woman who takes HypnoBirthing experiences a vaginal birth, parents who have taken this course have reported fewer interventions and greater satisfaction.

    The HypnoBirthing Institute dispels the myth that HypnoBirth must be a pain-free, unmedicated birth. While we can’t promise a pain-free birth, we do promise to provide you with support, knowledge, and tools for achieving your birth goals, which will be unique to you. The program is designed to give mothers the best chance at having an unmedicated instinctual birth, while also preparing parents to navigate whatever path their birthing day takes.

  • Families of all kinds are welcome in the class! While it is ideal for your partner (if applicable) to attend all HypnoBirthing classes, we understand this may not be feasible. We encourage you to make a plan with your partner that works for you all.

    If you do not have a partner, that is not a problem! You can bring any other support person (e.g., family member, friend, doula, etc.).

  • If you are past 35 weeks pregnant but still interested in HypnoBirthing, please contact me to set up an expedited course. We will work together during whatever time is available to prepare for the best possible outcome.

  • Each class is $440 and includes the course materials.

  • This is your choice. HypnoBirthing is a complete and comprehensive childbirth education and you will be well prepared for your birthing day after completing the course.

    While hospital classes can vary, most parents report that they focus more on the medical aspects and what to expect from active management of labor and birth.

    It is encouraged, though, that you take a tour of the hospital or birth center you plan on birthing at (if applicable).

  • Classes are held virtually via Zoom.

    If you are local to the DMV area and would like to request an in-person class in your home, please submit an inquiry.