The 3-Step Rewind Program for Perinatal Trauma
Have you been through a difficult experience during pregnancy, birth, or as new parents? At Hello Baby! Midwifery, we understand the profound impact such experiences can have on your life. We're here to share some encouraging news. The 3-Step Rewind Program is a series of three appointments designed to help women (and partners) who have experienced trauma. This gentle, non-intrusive technique works with your brain’s physiology to naturally refile difficult memories, reducing the symptoms that may disrupt your enjoyment of life. Symptoms may include guilt, insomnia, hypervigilance, depression and anxiety, intrusive thoughts, fear, anger or flashbacks.
What is the 3-Step Rewind Program?
The 3-Step Rewind Program is a therapeutic technique specifically designed for those who have experienced trauma related to any aspect of your journey to parenthood. The program involves three consecutive weekly appointments, all held in the comfort of your own home or via telehealth. The beauty of this technique is that it doesn’t require you to share details about your experience, making it a safe and non-intrusive way to heal.​
The 3-Step Rewind Program is supported by Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), a powerful technique that enhances the reprocessing of traumatic memories. Learn more about NLP.
How the 3-Step Rewind Program Works
Step 1: Initial Consultation
During the first appointment, you will have the opportunity to talk about your experience completely worrying about what your partner, family or friends might say or think. Ros will listen without judgement and hold space for you with empathy and kindness. In some cases, this style of debriefing or story listening is effective in relieving the emotional burden in and of itself. However, talking about your experience is not necessary for the process to be effective. Ros will discuss your current feelings and symptoms. This session is about understanding your needs and feeling comfortable.
Step 2: The Rewind Technique Session
The second appointment involves the Rewind Technique itself. NLP works with the natural physiology of memories, through guided meditation and visualisation, to refile challenging memories deeper within the brain. Memory of the event remains, but it doesn’t provoke the same intensity of distress.
This session helps your brain to reprocess and refile the traumatic memories in a way that reduces their emotional impact.
Step 3: Follow-Up SessionThe final appointment is a gentle follow-up conversation to see how you’re feeling, and repeat the rewind technique if you wish.
Benefits of the 3-Step Rewind Program
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Non-Intrusive: You don’t need to discuss your traumatic experience in detail, however, you may find relief and benefit in having space held for you while you are respectfully listened to and heard.
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Comfort of Your Home: All sessions are conducted in your home or via telehealth, providing a safe and relaxed environment.
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Effective: The technique works with your brain’s natural processes to reduce trauma symptoms.
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Supportive: Caring support and follow-ups.
Who Can Benefit from the 3-Step Rewind Program?
This program is beneficial for individuals who have experienced loss or pregnancy, birth and early parenting challenges. It is also beneficial for partners who may have experienced vicarious trauma. Medicare rebates are available for women who are pregnant or up to 6 weeks postnatal.​ Contact us to find out more about your eligibility.
Why Choose Our 3-Step Rewind Program?
Ros McDonough, our experienced and compassionate midwife, offers this program with a deep understanding of pregnancy and birth related trauma and its impact. With home-based sessions and a non-intrusive approach, Ros helps you to receive the highest level of care and support tailored to your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Rewind Technique?
The Rewind Technique is a therapeutic method that helps refile traumatic memories, reducing their emotional impact without requiring detailed discussion of the trauma.
How many sessions will I need?
The program consists of three consecutive weekly sessions.
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Is the 3-Step Rewind Program effective?
Yes, many people find significant relief from symptoms associated with trauma after completing the program.
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Do I need to talk about my trauma?
No, you do not need to share the details of your traumatic experience for the technique to be successful. However, you may find relief and benefit in having space held for you while you are respectfully listened to and heard
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How do I know if I'm eligible for Medicare rebates?
Medicare rebates are available for women who are pregnant or up to 6 weeks postnatal. Contact us to find out more about your eligibility.
