Natural Vaginal Childbirth Methods
Hypnobirthing
Hypnobirthing is a natural childbirth method that is rooted in the belief that a Fear-Tension-Pain cycle creates pain during childbirth. By eliminating fear and tension, the laboring mother experiences no pain. It is the only natural childbirth method that teaches pain is not a necessary part of childbirth.
The Bradley Method
The Bradley Method, also termed "husband-coached childbirth" teaches women to focus on and manage pain during labor. Classes focus not just on childbirth, but also on healthy pregnancy habits through postpartum care.
Lamaze
Lamaze is the most widely-known of all the natural childbirth methods. It is most widely recognized for its breathing techniques. However, Lamaze has undergone several significant changes over the years and breathing techniques are no longer the foundation of this method. It teaches women that they can distract themselves from pain by focusing their attention elsewhere.
Whether you do or do not choose to use one of the formal methods of childbirth, you can still have a pain-free natural childbirth. I believe the key to be finding what works for you. It may be more convenient to use a method that has tools pre-assembled for your use, but this might not suit everyone.
I
believe the best course of action is to educate yourself about your
options, then select the path that best suits you, your family, and
your desired birth experience.