Birth can feel daunting, especially when so much of what you hear about it is negative. The Hypnobirthing Podcast is a place to hear something different.
I’m Claire Fulton, a hypnobirthing teacher, doula and mum of two. Each episode brings you honest conversations, inspiring guests, practical hypnobirthing tools and positive birth stories to help you feel more informed, supported and confident about your own birth.
Whether you’re pregnant and curious about hypnobirthing or simply looking for a reassuring space, you’re welcome here.
Find out more at www.thenurturenest.co.uk or follow me on Instagram @the_nurture_nest.
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Latest episodes
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Episode 183 - Annas redemptive second labour after induction
In today's episode, I welcomed on Anna, a previous hypnobirthihg client of mine, to share the story of her second labour. It was lovely to chat to Anna again and to hear
Oct 19 27 min
Episode 182 - My top tips for birth partners
In today's solo episode, I discuss my top tips for birth partners. As a doula, I have seen a lot of birth and I have seen the things that help and the things that don't.
Oct 12 29 min
Episode 181 - When labour doesn’t follow the rules – Helen’s two positive birth stories
In this episode, I’m joined by Helen as she shares the positive birth stories of her two daughters, Sarah and Olivia. After pregnancy loss, anxiety and difficult pregnanc
Oct 5 1 h 14 min
Episode 180 - Pregnancy on the big screen: the story behind Due Dating with Jade Asha
In this episode, I’m joined by writer, producer and actress Jade Asha to talk all about her new film Due Dating. We chat about where the idea for the film came from, writ
Sep 28 30 min
Episode 179 - When the consultant walks in: navigating difficult conversations during labour
A solo episode for me discussing some of my own personal experiences of consultants and doctors coming into the birth space and initiating difficult conversations. I have
Sep 24 26 min
Episode 178 - Aoife's positive home birth in Ireland
In today's episode, I welcomed on Aoife to chat about the birth of her first baby and the incredibly positive experience she had. Thanks so much Aoife.
If you are enjoyi
Sep 21 57 min
Episode 177 - The most powerful Hypnobirthing techniques for labour
In today's solo episode, I discuss what I think are the most power hypnobirthing techniques to use during your labour.
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Sep 14 13 min
Episode 176 - She knew it wasn’t time yet: Lucy’s story of trusting her body
Today I’m joined by Lucy to hear the story of her first birth; from her waters unexpectedly breaking to navigating pressure to be induced when she knew it wasn’t right fo
Sep 7 49 min
Episode 175 - Emma's 3 positive hypnobirths
In today's episode, I welcomed on listener Emma to share all three of her birth stories. I first met Emma on social media after I shared one of her birth reels! It was so
Aug 31 1 h 12 min
Episode 174 - Is birth really as painful as people say?
In today's solo episode, I explore some of the most common myths and misconceptions surrounding labour pain.
I look at why labour is experienced differently from person
Aug 24 20 min
Episode 173 - A positive, spontaneous birth at 34 weeks
In today's episode I chat to Kallie about her spontaneous birth at 34 weeks. Despite being far from her plan, Kallie managed to create a positive experience for herself,
Aug 20 58 min
Episode 172 - Rachel's Positive Birth at 42+4
In today's episode I spoke to Rachel about her birth at over 42 weeks. This is a great episode for anyone in those final weeks. Thank you Rachel!
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Aug 17 1 h 14 min
Episode 171 - How visualisation can transform your labour
In today's solo episode I talk about the powerful tool visualisation and how it can help transform your labour experience.
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Aug 13 16 min
Episode 170 - Alice's Accidental Freebirth
Hello and welcome back to Season 14 of The Hypnobirthing Podcast - thank you for your continued support!
In today's episode I spoke to Alice about the accidental freebir
In today's episode I chatted to Laura about her unplanned caesarean. This wasn't the birth that Laura had been planning, but when things changed, she listened to her inst
Jul 23 50 min
Episode 168 - When home birth doesn't go to plan: Georgie's positive first birth story
In this episode, Georgie joins me to share her first birth story.
Although Georgie had planned a home birth, circumstances meant she chose to transfer into hospital duri
Jul 20 36 min
Episode 167 - 13 years between babies: Chantelle's second birth story
I was so delighted to chat to Chantelle all about the birth of her second baby, 13 years after the birth of her first. We discussed how she found hypnobirthing and how it
Jul 16 51 min
Episode 166 - Should all women have continuity of care?
In today's solo episode i discuss the continuity of care midwifery model and discuss its benefits as well as its limitations. Would love to hear your thoughts over on my
Jul 13 13 min
Episode 165 - Emily's two positive hospital births
I was delighted to welcome on listener Emily to share her two positive birth stories. Both times Emily gave birth in the hospital and had two really great experiences. Th
Jul 9 1 h 06 min
Episode 164 - All about Polyhydramnios
Have you ever heard the term polyhydramnios? Have you been told you have it? What even is it and what does it mean for you pregnancy and birth? This episodes explores all
Jul 6 13 min
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I owe these stories so much as they helped my outlook on birthing change before I had to do it again for a second time this year. My first experience honestly left me a little traumatized and I started learning about hypnobirthing around 30 weeks which led me to this podcast. Worth the time, please listen to as many as you can.
Jacquie-TX · Jun 2025
I listened to as many episodes as I could during pregnancy and also took Claire’s Essential Course. Thank you to Claire and all the podcast guests for preparing me for birth! I gave birth unmedicated a few days ago and have this podcast to thank for a positive and empowering experience. I highly recommend listening!
LauraC408 · May 2025
I listened to Claire’s podcast starting around 15 weeks pregnant, it was my go to on my commute to work. I feel so educated, informed, and empowered after listening to it through the end of my pregnancy. I achieved a positive unmedicated hospital birth using hypnobirthing and tell everyone about this podcast! I also purchased Claire’s abbreviated course & watched through with my fiancé the month before I was due & highly recommend! Worth every penny. Thank you Claire!
Mare in May · Feb 2024
Love the host’s energy and the format of the show. Discovered this podcast at seven weeks pregnant. It has already helped me feel much more serene, excited and empowered about birth! Listening to other people’s stories, with minimal interjection or “making it about me”itis that’s unfortunately typically heard from other female centered podcast hosts is non existent here. I feel bad saying that but it has been difficult finding a podcast where the host is a genuinely good listener and asks insightful questions while giving supportive feedback. Thank you!
Jessi U. · Feb 2024
An abrupt and loud advertisement in the middle of a hypobirthing session really derails the mind… I can’t use the podcast for labor or labor prep purposes if I’m worried there will be an interruption. There are a lot of free meditations out there without advertisements.
Sorry :(
Sarriee · Oct 2023
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