Pregnancy

Pregnancy is not only a physical journey. It is emotional, hormonal, spiritual and deeply personal. It can bring excitement and joy, and sometimes fear, overwhelm or old anxieties rising quietly to the surface. Hypnotherapy and NLP offer a calm, grounded space to reconnect with your body and your inner wisdom.

“Your body knows how to grow, nurture and bring life…sometimes it just needs a calm mind to support it.”

If any of this feels familiar, I can help

Pregnancy brings layers of feeling all at once. Here are the ones that most often bring women into this work.

Fear around birth

What I have heard from others, what I have read online, what I have lived through before, it all lives in my body now.

Anxiety & overwhelm

Appointments, scans, decisions, hormones. The mental load is enormous.

Previous birth trauma

Part of me is carrying last time into this one. I want to feel safer in my body again.

Disconnection from my body

After fertility, after change, after fear, I want to trust my body again.

Anticipatory anxiety

The not-knowing is exhausting. I want tools, not just reassurance.

A calm, empowered birth

I want to feel steady, informed and in charge, whatever unfolds on the day.

Contact to book

How hypnotherapy helps

Through guided relaxation, breathwork, subconscious reprogramming and gentle NLP techniques, we create new associations with pregnancy and birth, replacing tension with calm, uncertainty with clarity, and fear with a quiet inner strength. This is not about forcing the experience. It is about feeling safe within it. About learning how to soften, how to breathe, how to trust yourself and your baby.

Hypnobirthing preparation can be woven in too: releasing fear, reducing the adrenaline that can interfere with oxytocin, and supporting your body’s natural birthing physiology. Research on hypnobirthing suggests reduced need for pharmacological pain relief, lower anxiety during labour and greater maternal satisfaction. Whatever path unfolds on the day, the work we do together means you arrive at it grounded, prepared, and deeply connected to yourself. Hypnotherapy does not guarantee pregnancy and is not a substitute for medical care, but it may help create optimal emotional and physiological conditions to support conception, pregnancy and birth.

Pregnancy support sessions

Each session is tailored to where you are in your pregnancy and what you are feeling. Whether you are preparing for birth, navigating previous birth trauma, or simply wanting to feel more connected and empowered, sessions are gentle, grounded and safe to combine alongside your medical care.

Contact to book

Kind words from clients

Small shifts can make a big difference. Here’s what clients have shared.

    
 
 
       Posted on Google  
   
   Lyndsey Howe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I will start this by saying Lorraine has changed my life!! That is really no exaggeration. I suffered with very severe postnatal depression which led to years of health anxiety related to my daughter. As I got older the health anxiety then crept into my own world where I became obsessed with the idea that myself or my daughter were going to suffer some terrible illness. I went to Lorraine in desperate need of some help to relieve the stress, pressure and pain this condition was chasing as it was ruling my every day life. Through hypnotherapy and NLP Lorraine has reprogrammed my thinking and I no longer suffer the symptoms of health anxiety. The thoughts crop up, because she can’t wipe my brain, but I no longer dwell on them, they no longer upset or distress me, and they no longer impact how I live, feel or sleep. It’s truly magical. I am so grateful and have actually recommended two of my family members to see her, one of whom is now already engaging in her care and seeing huge benefits! Thank you Lorraine, you are so wonderful at what you do and I will be forever grateful 🙏🏻 💗
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   kate dolman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to Lorraine with a fear of flying. She skilfully designed a series of sessions which included hypnotherapy and NLP. Every session was not only deeply relaxing and empowering, but also gave me practical tools to take away and practise. Each session built on the last and the final session pulled everything together. During the flight I was able to take control of my nerves an emotions, such an amazing feeling. I would definitely recommend Lorraine, she has taught me skills for life 🤩
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Tom Ruddell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Seeing Lorraine has been transformational and profound for me, I would highly recommend to others, go with an open mind. She is warm, kind and easy to open up to. I’m on a necessary journey that wouldn’t be possible without Lorraine.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Juli H 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to Lorraine for issues with IBS; nothing I had tried previously had had a long term effect. I was very sceptical. I found Lorraine to be a very warm and understanding person, she asked questions in a careful and supportive way. She explained the benefits of deep breathing and hypnotherapy and I have now had 3 hypnotherapy sessions. I feel so relaxed and energised after these sessions and to date have not had an IBS issue for 3 months - RESULT! Would fully recommend Lorraine.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Lisa Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was initially a bit cynical about trying hypnotherapy however due to the long waiting lists on the NHS for treatment I decided to try it.  I went to Lorraine with anxiety issues and a fear of vomiting and eating certain foods. From the moment I met with Lorraine she made me feel at ease,  I felt listened to and hopeful that my problems could be solved. At the end of my 6 sessions I have learnt a lot about myself , Lorraine has given me lots of information and techniques to take away with me. I am now getting back to my normal self , enjoying socialising again and eating food!  I feel so much more relaxed and haven’t had any anxiety issues. I would definitely recommend Lorraine and I am so thankful for all she has done x
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Nicola Greenwood 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lorraine is a very caring and extremely competent  hypnotherapist.  I have always found her to be professional and she always treats her clients with the utmost respect. She is very knowledgeable and approaches even the most sensitive issues with thoughtfulness and kindness. Lorraine goes above and beyond to help you find a solution.  I would definitely recommend her.
  
 
      Posted on Google  
   
   Debra Miles 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lorraine is professional, curious and genuinely interested in helping to resolve any problems. She is kind and caring in nature. A beautiful soul whom i am proud to call my sister and best friend. I wish her every success in the future and looking forward to my next treatment.

If you’re ready to approach your birth with greater calm, confidence, and trust in your body, I’d be honoured to support you.

lorrainecooperhypnotherapy@gmail.com 07968 449353 Mon - Thurs 9am - 5pm Poole - Wimborne - Bournemouth and surrounding areas

Begin a new chapter in your life. I’d love to support you on your journey – Let’s talk

Book a Session