"Thank you again for the Hypnobirthing class. Even though I didn't  experience my "dream birth," I do have my dream baby. I am proud  that I was able to handle labor for so many hours (and even days at  home). The relaxation and breathing techniques definitely helped with that. [My husband] Chris was wonderful too. I guess now I know why James wouldn't tell me how long my labor would last  in class; he didn't want to scare me!" Angie of Huntington, January 2010

"My labor and birth was fast, natural and drug-free :). We got to the hospital about an hour before she was born...I went from 5cm to 10cm in 1 hour! We didn't even have time to get into the tub!  Thank you so much for all your help, the hypnobirthing classes really helped!"                                                  Jessica & Bill of Freeport, May 2009

"We had our son on August 6th. He is wonderful and we love him. He was 7lbs 10oz and I was in labor for 13 hours. It went very smoothly and although I did end up getting an epidural the relaxation and breathing helped me to make it through several hours of labor first. Thank you for you classes and help in our birth story."     Kelsy of Smithtown, August 2009

"My family, coworkers and friends are still reeling from what they call 'absolutely amazing'. Although Marcus and I took the class back in  March, we practiced and reread our HypnoBirthing materials regularly. As a family, the three of us consulted one another about the vision of birth we wanted. On July 4th, Solomon [baby] , Marcus and I experienced our vision. It was phenomenal. Thank you Debi for your wisdom and training, We are forever grateful and I am a lifelong HypnoBirthing spokeswoman!!!!" Pamela W of Brooklyn, NY July 2008

"Your class was extremely integral in making my labor so fast, painless, and absolutely one of the most intimate and beautiful experiences of my life. When we did our fear release in class and decided how long our labor was going to be - I chose under 3 hours from start to finish and pictured it in my mind being quick and painless.  I had a super-short and nearly painless labor that lasted only 34 minutes.  It was so sudden that the midwives couldn't get to our house in time so John helped me birth Brennan right there in our home without any complications. " Alyssa & John of Garden City, NY May 2008

"We decided to do home birth when I was in 33rd week, after watching "the business of being born" and visit to LICH (don't like the postpartum arrangement).  Attending your class made us realize that we actually have not given any thoughts on homebirth and that we should seriously considered this possibility if we want to have more control over the birthing experience. We are proud of this decision, and I think Lola wanted to be born at home too."   Esther & Karl, Brooklyn, NY May 2008

"We are all doing very well. The entire "labor" if that's what it's referred to; only lasted 10 hours. It was the most powerful and natural experience I have ever had and I can honestly say the word pain does not come to mind.  Completely natural and absolutely wonderful was how it all happened and I know that it was due to HypnoBirthing and everything we learned.  Thank you for all of your help and inspiration. Detailed story to follow...Thank you again! P.S.  My husband reminded me that in one of our classes you asked us to visualize how long we wanted our labor to be... well 10 hours was what  I envisioned.... hum?" Kelly & Smitty, Northport, NY May 2008

"Thank you again for all you have done for us- We have loved taking your class and appreciate deeply the information and feel confident that Hypnobirthing will give us the calm family experience we want to bring our baby into.  We also can't tell you enough how great a  teacher you are, and both felt so comfortable with how you present information, make suggestions and give advice - after reading so many baby books and articles that make birthing seem so difficult and scary, it was wonderful to have sound advice that gels with the fact that women have been having babies for centuries, it is perfectly natural and not some crazy terrifying event filled with complications! Elyce & Chris, Huntington, NY May 2008

"I can tell you that Tracey was calmer about the whole thing than I was.  She was so great about the whole thing, that I am still remarked that she didn't even show signs of anxiety.  We owe this in no small part to you and the HypnoBirthing program.Things didn't go as we had planned [c-section], however I think that in the end, all we wanted aside from everyone to be safe, was for Tracey to have a birthing experience that didn't involve fear or anxiety.  Mission accomplished. Thanks for everything!" Tracey & Billy of Long Island, April 2008

"Just wanted to let you know I have been having surges for the past couple of  days.  I went to the midwife today and am already 4 centimeters  dilated!  Hypnobirthing is the best!  I can't believe how much it helps so far.  Everyone around me can not believe how calm that I am!  Thank you so much...I am so glad that my computer found your website!  You are a godsend!  Will give you a call after baby arrives. I am thinking he is on his way shortly....ooohhh here comes another surge...I am going to listen to the rainbow relaxation CD now..."                       Christie & Bayu of Long Island, February 2008

"We had an amazing experience. His birth was a fast 4 hours, peaceful, and healthy. It was beautiful and amazed us with its nature. We owe the positive nature of our experience with bringing our son into this world to our connection to you, your class, and HypnoBirthing®. Thanks so much, Debi!"           ---Khahtee & Jackson of Brooklyn, February 2008

"I had the most beautiful birthing experience. I didnt know I was going to go so quick. I cannot thank you enough for this; it worked so well for me! I was so relaxed at all times, my shoulders, my whole body limp. Suddenly I felt her head pop out of me, and then her whole body slid right out-I was able to see the whole thing! Amazing. I was in heaven, and so in love with my little girl. I cannot thank you enough!" Danielle & Chuck of Medford, July 2007

"I just want to say thanks for the words of encouragement and an open ear. After hanging up the phone with you, I felt so much better about everything. It helped just to speak my mind and get thoughts out. I appreciated your words and advice. I want to be in control of my pregnancy and open and close doors where need be. Thanks again for everything. I am so grateful and thankful that God placed you in my path. You are just the person I needed to find. I love ya, Deb...."             ---Gina & Paul of Port Washington, June 2007

"We had our baby via c-section. He never turned and we decided we were okay with leaving that up to the baby and God to decide. We were very relaxed during all of the procedures and even the staff at the hospital remarked that it was the quietest epidural and c-section they had ever seen. We felt very at peace with everything and I used my breathing techniques throughout. I've even used the relaxation script for breastfeeding." Catherine & Rick of Floral Park, July 2007

"They sent me down for 20 minutes of fetal monitoring and told me that I was having steady contractions. I didn't feel a thing...I swear it's because of my hypnobirthing sense of calm about the birthing experience." Halina & Noel of Little Neck, June 2007

" I was determined to bring out the baby even though the doctor had begun a c-section and also used suction on my baby... which upset me greatly. Eventually I simply ignored her and breathed the baby out with in 5 minutes! I was highly praised by all the staff for remaining so calm through out and am grateful that I gave birth to a beautiful healthy girl who has an extremely calm personality... which I credit to the hypnosis. Thank you for everything!" Chava of Israel

"I guess deep down I know that there will be times in birthing and in mothering when the baby and I will walk a path that only we can traverse. It's a good thing I know from courageous women like yourself that we can pass through unscathed together and that it is all part of the process. Thank you for the gift of this knowledge!" Anna V of Brooklyn

"I COMPLETELY respect, admire and am in awe of the natural approach you take towards childbirth. I also think it is amazing that you share this opportunity with others!" Leslie of Huntington

"The birth was very quick (4 hours) and easy. Thanks so much for all the help, it really came through with Sharon's confidence and calmness during labor." Sharon & Doron of Brooklyn

"As a new Mom, I have to recommend hypnobirthing as a wonderful and much more supportive elective to LaMaze and all other birthing methods, for preparing yourself, mind and body, for the wonderful adventure of birth and parenting. Debi was a nurturing and very enlightening partner in the process and my husband and I looked forward to welcoming her into our home every week. But our relationship didn't end with the conclusion of our classes. We kept up an e-mail rapport. I think she was the prefect person with whom to embark on the journey of adding to our family, because she challenged me yet made me feel safe and comforted at the same time. " Eve of Brooklyn

"Thank you Debi for all the work you are doing. I think you are incredible. Unstoppable, wow. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"     ---Martina of Long Island, mother of 3 HypnoBirthed Babies

"Thank you Debi so much for the stand you've taken in your life for women having a stress and fear free birthing experience & if I'd not met you I would not be using HypnoBirthing® at all." Myndy K. of NYC

"We were very surprised when, after not feeling much fetal movement overnight, we were told by our doctor after a 9:00 exam that Jen was already having contractions, was 2 cm, 90% effaced, and going to have the baby that day. But the birth was just great. We all had fun. The baby came at 4:23 pm that day. We were thinking "relax" the whole time." Jennifer & Jeffrey of Brooklyn

"Even though I had a planned c-birth because of placenta previa, I have lovely memories of my birthing experience, due largely to the relaxation techniques we worked on. Thank you." Angela & Jay of East Village

"We did it!!!!!!!!!!!! Actually, Kristan did it. She was awesome, strong, inspirational, and very, very cool to witness. All are doing very well. A breach delivery and NO C-SECTION NEEDED!!!!" Kurt, father of 2 HypnoBirthed babies

"Debi helped me birth my second daughter. She's a Godmother." Karen of East Village

"I have to again say that it was a privilege getting to know you and working with you. I've learned so much from you and gained so much insight into myself. I thank you wholeheartedly. I will recommend you to anyone I know who's pregnant. We thoroughly enjoyed our classes. I would love to see you do a course on Hypnoparenting, because you're a great teacher." Ralph & Eve of Brooklyn

"Thank you so much for taking me and my husband on for Saturday's class, for offering a quickie phone coaching session prior to the birth (should I go before Saturday), and for your willingness to try and finish the class Sunday or Monday if we have the opportunity. Your generosity is truly moving and I know the support I have received these last few weeks from people like yourself will make all the difference on my birthing day. Thank you and God bless!" Kelly & Nick of Long Island

"The hypno cd helped me through my long labor and so did my deep tub and awesome husband. I'll definitely be using hypnobirthing next time too ;-) Thanks for everything!" Beth & Mike of Brooklyn

"Hypnobirthing helped to ground me during my pregnancy. It was also the only thing I had to hold onto during a labor that lasted a week. Otherwise, I would not have had the tools to get through it. I highly recommend Debi." Anna of Brooklyn

"Thanks again for the wonderful HB sessions. We're feeling very relaxed and prepared as we enter this new chapter in our lives." Kirsten & David of Brooklyn

"We have been practicing a lot and find HypnoBirthing® very effective for relaxing during ANY period of stress or discomfort." C & J of Brooklyn

"Our birth experience was greatly blessed--after 3 hours of labor, our son arrived in the world happy and healthy with one push ... all 8 pounds, 7 ounces and 22 inches of him!" M.R. & D. K. of Brooklyn

"The most valuable part of the hypnobirthing training for me was that during the months leading up to Leah's birth I did not fear the physical aspect of the birthing process. The absence of fear freed up the emotional energy I needed to enjoy my pregnancy and create a positive anticipation of the birthing experience. Thanks Debi!" Kelly of New Jersey

"We hooked up the music and started the breathing exercises. After about 12 hours I was still only 4 centimeters dialated and was at that point resolved to the idea of having a C-Section but thank God my doctor was not and encouraged me to hold on and finally once I was 10 centimeters I breathed the baby down in about 30 minutes." Laleh & Anton of NYC

"We barely had the chance to decide to do the HypnoBirthing refresher, much less actually take it. In any case, it was a lovely birth - 2 and 1/2 hours labor, about 25 minutes of pushing - an absolute celebration of the power of hypnobirthing." E & M, parents of 2 HypnoBirthed babies

"I love this concept of hypnobirthing. Thanks again! Y of NYC

"I've been meaning to really thank you for the HypnoBirthing classes. It's hard to believe our baby was born only 2 days after that class. I'm sure what we discussed that night did help me on some level. I find it hard to believe I could have stayed as relatively calm as I did without the information you started giving us. Thanks again for everything!" Lauren of NYC

"Thanks for the info! I'm 4+ months pregnant and now looking forward to a drug-free labor." Lydia of California

"Hypnobirthing really made our birthing expereince the best it could be and really gave a much diffrent perspective on childbirth as a whole. It put all the "pain" horror stories to shame!" Kara of Brooklyn, June 2009