Evidence -Based Childbirth Education Made Better
Trusted By Parents and Major Health Services Australia-wide
MAKING A DIFFERENCE
The Positive Birth Program™ is an innovative and comprehensive childbirth education program that includes multiple components for birth preparation, preparing women and their partners for childbirth through education on physiological/hormonal birth (knowledge and understanding), building women’s confidence in their ability to labour and give birth, through psychological preparation for normal labour (positive mindset), and support their ability to give birth without pain relief using evidence-based tools for birth preparation (tools and techniques). Additional programs are also available for Positive Caesarean Birth preparation and a culturally relevant Indigenous Program. The Positive Birth Program™ by Hypnobirthing Australia™ is designed for seamless integration into your hospital’s antenatal services—ensuring every family giving birth at your facility receives high-quality and supportive education. Used by healthcare professionals and thousands of families across Australia, the Positive Birth Program™ aligns with national clinical standards and enhances your hospital’s maternity care offering.
LOCATIONS
Our Positive Birth Program™ has already been implemented across hospitals nationwide. We aim to make evidence-based childbirth education as accessible as possible.
Western Australia
Victoria
New South Wales
Queensland
PROVEN OUTCOMES FOR FAMILIES AND HOSPITALS
Explore the impressive birth outcomes achieved by parents who participated in the Positive Birth Program™ at Bunbury Hospital, WACHS, Western Australia.
The Positive Birth Program™ by Hypnobirthing Australia™ was introduced as Bunbury Hospital’s antenatal education program in February 2019. The program has delivered exceptional results, with independently collected outcomes.
NON-ELECTIVE CAESAREANS
DOWN 52%
MORPHINE USE
DOWN 40%
EPIDURALS
DOWN 32%
INDUCTION
DOWN 52%
HYPNOBIRTHING AUSTRALIA™ SETS STANDARDS FOR RURAL BIRTH SUPPORT
At Hypnobirthing™ Australia™ we recognise the importance of providing evidence-based childbirth education to every parent across Australia, regardless of geography, background, or circumstance.
We’re proud to share that the Hypnobirthing Australia™ Positive Birth Program has been spotlighted in a major peer-reviewed study, published in the Women and Birth journal (Volume 38, Issue 3, May 2025), the official journal of the Australian College of Midwives. This research highlights the critical role of our program in delivering accessible, effective childbirth via telehealth to families in rural and remote Australia.
40% of participants would not have accessed CPE without a telehealth option.
Over 25% of respondents saved more than $500 in travel and accommodation costs.
73% of clinicians reported online antenatal classes improved workload management.
Our program, implemented into WA Country Health Service’s popular Telehealth Childbirth and Parenting Education Program was proudly named a finalist in the 2025 WA Health Excellence Awards, and their telehealth option has now supported over 14,000 expectant women and their birth partners through virtual classes.
WHY HYPNOBIRTHING AUSTRALIA?
Hypnobirthing Australia™ acknowledges that every birth is unique. Instead of promoting a single birth paradigm, we promote the individuality of each birthing experience. Even when unexpected challenges emerge, the adaptability of the tools ensures their relevance across diverse birthing situations. Incorporating this program not only enriches the birthing experience for couples but also elevates the practice and efficacy of midwifery.
THE ADVANTAGES OF OFFERING THE POSITIVE BIRTH PROGRAM™ IN HOSPITALS
Improves birth outcomes through practical, evidence-based education.
Your health service will continue to support expectant parents during this pivotal time in their lives by providing high-quality childbirth education.
Fosters a collaborative birth environment where couples feel confident, informed, and actively involved.
Lowers healthcare costs by reducing intervention.
Reduces medical interventions, as parents equipped with effective coping strategies often experience smoother births.
Additional programs also available including our world first Positive Caesarean Birth Program and Indigenous Program.
INSIGHTS FROM HOSPITALS USING OUR
POSITIVE BIRTH PROGRAM
Are you interested in implementing the Positive Birth Program into your Hospital or Health System?
The Positive Birth Program™ is setting the standard for childbirth education across hospitals and health systems Australia-wide. Come and join the revolution!
Request our hospital information pack and book a chat with our director, Melissa Spilsted, to explore how the Positive Birth Program™ can support your maternity service goals.
about
MELISSA
Melissa Spilsted is the director and founder of Hypnobirthing Australia™ and Author of The Positive Birth Program.
An experienced and certified Childbirth Educator, Trainer and Clinical Hypnotherapist, she is passionate for positive evidence-based birth. Melissa has a proven track record of hospital collaboration and supports institutions nationwide in achieving better birth outcomes.
EDUCATOR TRAINING
To support consistent delivery across your facility, we offer comprehensive Educator Training for midwives, educators, and allied health staff. Graduates become certified to facilitate the Positive Birth Program in your hospital. Practitioner Training Course is an ACM-recognised course offering 20 CPD.
SUPPORTIVE CAREGIVERS TRAINING
This special intensive training is specifically designed to equip caregivers with an understanding of the hypnobirthing philosophy, language and tools that you can utilise in your very important role of supporting birthing mothers and families. Supportive Caregivers Training is an ACM-recognised course offering 10 CPD.
