Has anybody done a hypnobirthing course?

Hi all,

I am 29 weeks pregnant and have bought a hypnobirthing book and CD. I can't go on the course at this present time but thought practice on my own would be enough.

However I'm a bit confused at what to practice! Is it just the 'up' and 'Down' breathing exercises, relaxation and repeating positive birth statements?

Can anybody who has done the course shed any more light on what I need to do to 'prepare' for labour and how many times a day? Also would be interesting to hear from anyone who has had a successful hypnobirth!

xxx