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Scared of being induced? A Midwife and Hypnobirthing Teacher explains induction of labour, your choices, and how to feel confident about birth.

Lisa Hanna

Published on: 31/05/2026

Worried about induction of labour? Learn why induction may be offered, what your options are, and how hypnobirthing can help you feel calm and confident. Midwife-led advice.

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Hypnobirthing Northern Ireland | Realistic Birth Preparation with an Experienced Midwife

Lisa Hanna

Published on: 27/05/2026

Feel calmer and more confident about birth with realistic hypnobirthing classes in Northern Ireland taught by a midwife with 18 years experience. Small supportive classes for all births.

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The Reality of Midwifery Burnout, Why I Left and What I Discovered

Lisa Hanna

Published on: 12/05/2026

After years working as a midwife within the NHS maternity system, I made the difficult decision to leave midwifery behind. In this blog, I share the emotional reality of burnout, birth trauma, and the pressures facing maternity services today — alongside why I now believe birth preparation, hypnobirthing, and informed support are more important than ever. From a midwife’s perspective, this is an honest reflection on the experiences that changed my career forever and inspired the creation of Pregnancy Birth Beyond.

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