Case Study 00436 – 4 June 2026

Hypnobirthing – EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) – Emotionally Focused Therapy Script

Presenting Concerns

The client is preparing for childbirth and wishes to:

• Reduce fear of labor and birth
• Release anxiety and uncertainty
• Build trust in her body
• Increase confidence in the birthing process
• Strengthen emotional connection with her baby
• Create a calm, positive, and empowered birth experience

Subjective Units of Distress (SUDS): ___ /10

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EFT Tapping Session

Setup Statement

(Tap continuously on the Karate Chop Point)

Repeat Three Times

“Even though I have fears and concerns about labor and childbirth, I deeply and completely accept myself.”

“Even though I feel uncertain about what birth may bring, I choose to trust myself and my baby.”

“Even though part of me feels anxious about giving birth, I am open to feeling calm, safe, and confident.”

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Round 1 – Acknowledging the Fear

Eyebrow

This fear of childbirth.

Side of Eye

All these worries about labor.

Under Eye

What if something goes wrong?

Under Nose

What if I cannot cope?

Chin

I have heard so many stories.

Collarbone

Some of those stories frightened me.

Under Arm

Part of me feels uncertain.

Top of Head

I acknowledge these fears.

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Round 2 – Exploring the Anxiety

Eyebrow

This anxiety in my body.

Side of Eye

This tension I have been carrying.

Under Eye

Fear about labor and delivery.

Under Nose

Fear of discomfort and the unknown.

Chin

I notice these feelings.

Collarbone

I allow myself to acknowledge them.

Under Arm

I do not need to fight them.

Top of Head

I simply notice and accept them.

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Round 3 – Releasing Fear

Eyebrow

I choose to release unnecessary fear.

Side of Eye

I release old stories that do not belong to me.

Under Eye

I let go of fear-based expectations.

Under Nose

I release tension from my body.

Chin

I release fear from my mind.

Collarbone

I allow calmness to enter.

Under Arm

I allow peace to replace fear.

Top of Head

I choose trust instead of fear.

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Round 4 – Trusting the Body

Eyebrow

My body knows how to grow my baby.

Side of Eye

My body knows how to birth my baby.

Under Eye

I trust my body’s natural wisdom.

Under Nose

I trust the process of birth.

Chin

Millions of women have given birth before me.

Collarbone

My body was designed for this experience.

Under Arm

I trust my instincts.

Top of Head

I trust myself.

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Round 5 – Connecting with Baby

Eyebrow

My baby and I are a team.

Side of Eye

We work together beautifully.

Under Eye

My baby knows what to do.

Under Nose

I send love and calmness to my baby.

Chin

My baby feels safe and protected.

Collarbone

We are connected in every moment.

Under Arm

I welcome my baby with love.

Top of Head

Our bond grows stronger every day.

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Round 6 – Creating a Positive Birth Expectation

Eyebrow

I imagine a calm birth experience.

Side of Eye

I imagine feeling confident.

Under Eye

I imagine feeling supported.

Under Nose

I imagine breathing calmly through labor.

Chin

I imagine remaining focused and relaxed.

Collarbone

I imagine welcoming my baby peacefully.

Under Arm

I imagine a positive birth experience.

Top of Head

I am ready for this journey.

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Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Reflection Process

After tapping, invite the client to reflect on the following:

Primary Emotional Questions

• What emotions arise when you think about childbirth?
• What is your greatest fear regarding labor?
• What do you need to feel safe during birth?
• What would help you trust yourself more fully?

Attachment-Based Questions

• How connected do you currently feel to your baby?
• What does becoming a mother mean to you?
• What strengths do you already possess that will help you during labor?
• What support do you need from your partner or birth team?

Healing Questions

• What fears are you ready to release?
• What new beliefs would you like to embrace?

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Hypnobirthing Visualization

Close your eyes and take a slow, comfortable breath.

Imagine yourself on the day of your baby’s birth.

You feel calm.

You feel supported.

You feel safe.

Your breathing is steady.

Your body relaxes deeply.

Each wave of labor moves you closer to meeting your baby.

You trust your body.

You trust your baby.

You trust the process.

You feel peaceful.

You feel empowered.

You feel ready.

As your baby arrives, you experience overwhelming love, gratitude, and joy.

You hold your baby close and know that together you have completed an extraordinary journey.

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Closing Affirmations

• I trust my body.
• I trust my baby.
• I trust the process of birth.
• I release fear and welcome confidence.
• I am calm, safe, and supported.
• My baby and I work together perfectly.
• Every day I become more relaxed and prepared.
• I welcome my birth experience with courage and love.

Post-Session SUDS Rating

Initial Distress Level: ___ /10

Current Distress Level: ___ /10

Therapeutic Goal

To help the client release fear, reduce anxiety, strengthen trust in the body, deepen connection with the baby, and approach childbirth with calmness, confidence, emotional security, and empowerment.