Hypnosis and Childbirth

[LoveLaurenRenee]

Is anyone planning to use hypnosis during labor?  I've been looking into the various programs.  There's a Hypnobabies class being taught very near my home starting in May.  It gives me exactly 2 months to practice before baby is due.  I'm optimistic that it'll help me relax during labor (and before, really) 'cause I'm kinda high-strung.  I'm not seeking a pain-free birth, although I do believe it's possible with hypnosis.  I just want a relaxed, tolerable-pain birth ;)

[MommySky]

I've thought about it.  There aren't any classes near me but one of the massage therapists associated with my birth center is also a hypnotherapist so I may pick her brain for some tips and techniques to help me out.  I'm also going to use meditation and listen to some relaxing music.