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Tracy Donegan
Your Positive Birth Midwife
Welcome to the GentleBirth blog. I’m looking forward to journeying with you towards your positive birth.
I hope you’ll visit often!
Tracy Donegan
Your Positive Birth Midwife
Summary:
The article discusses the benefits of the GentleBirth technique for expecting mothers, citing a study conducted on 200 women at Cork University Maternity Hospital. It mentions that the technique, developed by Irish midwife Tracy Donegan, incorporates a combination of brain science, birth science, and technology to promote calm and positive delivery for both mother and baby. The article also notes that the technique includes sports psychology, meditation, and hypnobirthing, and is based on Irish maternity services. It states that all Irish maternity hospitals recommend the GentleBirth program, and that it has become a popular option for expectant mothers who are looking for more than the standard antenatal classes. The article includes interviews with Donegan and Deirdre O’Shaughnessy, a woman who used the technique during her pregnancy and found it to be empowering.
Reference:
https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/arid-20455261.html
Summary:
GentleBirth is a programme created by Irish midwife Tracy Donegan that focuses on changing the perception of women in relation to pregnancy, labour, and birth through hypnosis, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy, and sports psychology. The programme aims to provide women with a 'labour toolkit' that includes breathing and relaxation techniques and mental resilience training, which can help ease anxiety and prepare for childbirth. It is aimed at giving a positive experience to mothers, and it also includes dads and other birthing partners. The GentleBirth programme is available in regular weekend workshops across Ireland, home-study CD courses, or via the new GentleBirth app.
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familyfriendlyhq.ie
Summary:
Tracy Donegan, the founder of GentleBirth and a medically trained midwife, has released a new book titled "Mindful Pregnancy." The book combines guided mindfulness, hypnobirthing, yoga, and nutrition for expectant mothers throughout all trimesters, including the fourth trimester. It emphasizes the importance of exercise and healthy eating for a positive pregnancy and birth experience. Donegan's book is suitable for both first-time mothers and those who have been pregnant before, and it includes exercises for beginners in mindfulness and yoga. She also addresses the issue of birth trauma and suggests seeking support from birth trauma specialists, considering homebirth or hiring a birth doula. Donegan aims to empower mothers, promoting positive birth experiences, confidence, and trust in their instincts.
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