The Hypnobabies program is taught in series of six weekly classes, with a maximum of five couples per class. It is suggested that our Hypnomommies be between five and seven months pregnant at the time of their Hypnobabies Class, although any time is fine to enroll!  Classes are taught in Alexandria, Virginia and both private and group classes are available.  Students are taught real, medical hypnosis and are expected to practice on their own, outside of class, to continue to develop the tools they have learned to have a positive and beautiful birth. Each class is approximately three hours long and covers a variety of topics including: How hypnosis works Nutrition and prenatal exercise Choices in healthcare Creating a birthplan The stages of birth Several sessions of hypnosis related directly to your birthing time. All materials are included with the class fee of $350.  Students will receive: The Hypnobabies Workbook Quick Reference Guide Special Place/Painless Childbirth CD The Birth Partner's Guide A five CD album which includes relaxation music, a deepening CD, birthing affirmations and the Birth Guide CD's.   Hypnobabies is a COMPLETE childbirth education program!