# Tranquil Baby

> A Gentle Beginning


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- [What are the benefits of breastfeeding for mothers and babies?](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/benefits-of-breastfeeding/): If you’re expecting a baby, or you’ve recently welcomed one into the world, you’re probably receiving lots of advice about feeding. This can feel totally overwhelming, especially when, just like everything else to do with parenting, everyone seems to have an opinion! The truth is, every family’s feeding journey is different. Breastfeeding isn’t always straightforward, and it may not feel like the right choice for everyone. But if you’re considering it, understanding the benefits may help you decide whether it’s right for you and your baby. Benefits for Baby: Your breast milk is made just for your baby One of […]
- [What is Matrescence?](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/what-is-matrescence/): 10 years ago this month, my identity changed forever. Not only have I celebrated Mother’s Day this month, I also celebrated 10 years of my little boy, and therefore 10 years of motherhood. Becoming a mother for the first time brought feelings I hadn’t anticipated at all. If I’m honest, the experience completely floored me. In those first few days after birth, you are learning how to care for a completely dependent, tiny human while also recovering from labour and birth yourself. At the same time, your body is going through one of the most dramatic hormonal shifts it will […]
- [Tips to help you prepare for motherhood:](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/tips-to-help-you-prepare-for-motherhood/): Becoming a mother is a profound transition. As well as recovering from birth, you’re learning how to care for a tiny human who depends on you for everything. At the same time, your body is navigating huge hormonal shifts unlike anything you may have experienced before. Your identity may feel as though it has shifted too, and it’s completely normal to feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure as you find your way. You will have stepped into an entirely new stage of life, a transition many experts call matrescence – the process of becoming a mother. Motherhood can be wonderful but it […]
- [Pain Relief for Labour and Birth](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/pain-relief-for-labour-and-birth/): Pharmacological and Natural Comfort Options For Labour & Birth (And How Birth Partners Can Help Too!) When it comes to labour and birth, a question parents often ask is:“What are my options for pain relief?” As a hypnobirthing antenatal teacher in Cornwall, I’m passionate about helping pregnant women and their birth partners understand all their options for labour and birth, both pharmacological (medical) pain relief and non-pharmacological (natural comfort) methods. When you understand what’s available to you, you can approach birth feeling calm and confident, informed and prepared. There is no “right” way to give birth. Choosing a hypnobirthing course, as a […]
- [Supporting Birth: A Guide for Birth Partners](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/a-guide-for-birth-partners/): If you’re reading this as a birth partner, there’s a good chance you want to do the “right” thing during labour but you may not be quite sure what “right” is.  You might have heard of hypnobirthing but maybe you’re not entirely convinced that it’s going to be something that will be of benefit to you.  Maybe it all just sounds a bit ‘airy-fairy’. The term ‘hypnobirthing’ does often put people off which is sad because a hypnobirthing antenatal course is evidence-based, full of science and could transform birth for both the birthing woman and her birth partner in the most positive […]
- [How can fear impact my birth experience?](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/can-fear-impact-birth/): Are you afraid of labour and birth? Birth is a physiological process, and women’s bodies are built to birth a baby. Despite this, many women find themselves afraid of labour and birth. This is often due to the way in which birth is portrayed on the screen, in the news and in stories we read.  Our subconscious has been filled with negativity surrounding birth since we were a child and it’s no wonder so many women are filled with anxiety and fear. But how can fear impact birth? I was one of these terrified women when I was pregnant with my first […]
- [The Journey of Labour and Birth](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-journey-of-labour-and-birth/): What Does Labour Look Like? The Stages of Birth Explained You might find yourself beginning to think more about your baby’s birth as 40 weeks approaches and wondering what labour might be like. Of course, everyone’s birth journey will be unique to them, but it’s good to familiarise yourself with the stages of labour so you can better understand what might happen. Early Labour – What You Might Notice First When you first notice signs of early labour, you might be asking yourself ‘Is this really it?’ It’s often difficult to know whether labour has started as the early signs […]
- [Where to Give Birth in Devon and Cornwall](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/where-to-give-birth-in-devon-and-cornwall/): What are your birth options in the South West? You’re pregnant – congratulations! Pregnancy is such an exciting time but there is also a lot to consider. For many families planning their baby’s birth in Devon or Cornwall, choosing the right birth setting is one of the most exciting and empowering steps of the journey. Often, this decision leads them to a particular hospital for their scans and follow-up appointments. But here’s something important to remember: you don’t have to give birth in a hospital if that doesn’t feel right for you. Ultimately, it’s your body, your baby, and your birth. Some people feel most comfortable in a hospital setting, while […]
- [Is Hypnobirthing for Me?](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/is-hypnobirthing-just-for-water-births/): Hypnobirthing is for every birthing person and for every type of birth! You’re forgiven if you think hypnobirthing is just for unmedicated water births at home, as this is how it is often associated. Hypnobirthing is actually a complete antenatal programme designed to support your preparation for birth, however and wherever you choose to give birth to your baby. Birth is a journey Every birth is unique You can’t always know which route your labour will take, but by preparing for birth, you will feel far better equipped to deal with whatever birth throws at you. Hypnobirthing is a mindset, […]
- [My Breastfeeding Journey](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/breastfeeding/): As it’s ‘World Breastfeeding Week’, it feels like an appropriate time to write about my experiences of breastfeeding and how neither were initially as easy as I had pictured they would be. I breastfed both of my children until they turned one – initially I exclusively breastfed and then, with both, I turned to combination feeding. Before our son was born, I was adamant I was going to breastfeed. For me, the positives far outweighed any negatives and I was so sure it was going to be a success that I never even considered getting in any formula ‘just in […]
- [Due Dates](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/duedates/): What is a ‘due’ date and how is a due date calculated? Your “due date”, in the context of pregnancy, is an estimated date for when your baby is likely to arrive. This date is typically provided during your first appointment with your midwife. Most healthcare professionals calculate it using Naegele’s Rule, which assumes you have a 28-day menstrual cycle and ovulate on the 14th day. However, every woman’s body is different; some women have shorter or longer cycles and may not ovulate on day 14. While some providers may adjust the due date based on the length of your […]
- [A Gentle Caesarean](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/a-gentle-caesarean/): Birth can be positive and empowering however and wherever it happens, yet some women can feel disappointed, and that they’ve failed, if they have a caesarean. This can lead to post-natal depression, difficulty with bonding, and struggles with breastfeeding. There are many reasons for caesarean birth, very few of which are emergencies. Most c-sections are unplanned and happen as a result of labour not progressing (there can be a variety of different reasons for this). Some caesareans are planned during pregnancy and there is likely to be a medical need in these instances.  When I was pregnant for the first […]
- [Busting the Hypnobirthing Myths](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/busting-the-hypnobirthing-myths/): Through the media, the term ‘hypnobirthing’ is becoming much more widespread. With celebrities and even the royals discussing their experience of hypnobirthing, people are wondering what all this hype is about. While it is obvious that it has something to do with birthing a baby, often people have preconceived ideas of what hypnobirthing is and from that deduce that it’s not for them. I get asked lots of questions about hypnobirthing because the name does not really truly represent its value or the content of a course. Unfortunately, there are a lot of hypnobirthing myths which are just not founded.  […]

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- [2027 Group Course Booking Confirmation](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/confirmation2027/): I am a mum to 2 energetic children, birth educator and former primary school teacher. I teach gentle pregnancy yoga & relaxation classes, and hypnobirthing antenatal courses, to pregnant mums and their birth partners in North Cornwall and West Devon. Birth preparation courses are also available online. Click on the links below to find out more about the services I offer, or get in touch if you have any questions. I would love to support you in your preparation for a gentle and positive labour and birth. Recent Blog Posts
- [The Birth of Baby Rupert](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-rupert/): The Birth of Baby Rupert First-time parents Ellen and Adam were caught off-guard with a short first-stage of labour and welcomed their son within minutes of arriving at the hospital. Despite this, they feel that their experience was a positive one and have shared their story below. I don’t think my birth experience was typical of a first birth. I had been losing my mucus plug and had Braxton Hicks type cramps and quite a bit of downward pressure for around a week before, but nothing that was particularly concerning. On the morning I gave birth I had the same […]
- [The Birth of Baby Maeve](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-maeve/): The Birth of Baby Maeve Positive augmented birth. First-time mum, Naomi, had planned to give birth in a birth pool at a local birth centre. When her plans changed and she transferred to hospital, she found hypnobirthing even more beneficial, enabling her to have the vaginal birth she had hoped for. Her daughter Maeve was born after augmentation using synthetic oxytocin.  My waters broke at about 3pm on May the 4th 2022. it was unexpected being 2 weeks before my due date. After several hours in labour at home the midwife said we could make our way to the local […]
- [The Birth of Baby Olive](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-olive/): The Birth of Baby Olive Second-time mum, Tash, welcomed her daughter in a planned hospital water birth. So, on Tuesday 28th I was having some light tightening during the day, I didn’t think anything of it and went about my day with Seth (my son). Come the evening I had a show … and the tightening became slightly more intense. Again, I still carried on as normal, mopped my hallway and kept moving. I then decided to run a bath and relax listening to positive birth affirmations. I went to take myself to bed and couldn’t get comfy and decided […]
- [The Birth of Baby Otto](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-otto/): The Birth of Baby Otto First-time Mum, Millie, knew early on that a caesarean birth might be the safest option for her and her baby due to medical reasons. In order to better understand her options, and learn more about labour and birth, she completed my full hypnobirthing antenatal course with her husband. Together they decided to opt for an elective caesarean and both feel that despite it not being what they would have originally chosen, it was a positive and empowering experience. Thank you to Millie for sharing her story. I went into this pregnancy carrying some uncertainty around […]
- [The Birth of Baby Demelza](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-demelza/): The Birth of Baby Demelza Positive unplanned caesarean birth.  First-time mum, Jess, welcomed her daughter in a positive, unplanned caesarean.  In the later weeks of my pregnancy, I scattered positive affirmations over the house and almost every night went to sleep listening to one of the relaxation playlists, most mornings I would practise mindfulness and imagine how my birth might go and what my baby may look like. I had people asking me if I was getting impatient and at what point I would be induced and to every one of them I replied, “she’ll come when she’s ready”.  Little […]
- [Group Hypnobirthing Antenatal Courses](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/group-hypnobirthing-antenatal-courses/): Are you looking for a complete antenatal course where you can learn tools and techniques for birth alongside other mums-to-be and their birth partners? If your answer is ‘Yes’ then my group hypnobirthing antenatal course is for you! Why do a Group Hypnobirthing Antenatal Course? This group hypnobirthing antenatal course is a full birth preparation course. It is designed to help you feel calm and confident, informed and prepared for the upcoming birth of your baby, wherever and however you welcome your baby into the world. Hypnobirthing tools and techniques are hugely beneficial for both the birthing mother and baby, […]
- [Group Course Booking Confirmation Page](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/course-booking-confirmation/): I am a mum to 2 energetic children, birth educator and former primary school teacher. I teach gentle pregnancy yoga & relaxation classes, and hypnobirthing antenatal courses, to pregnant mums and their birth partners in North Cornwall and West Devon. Birth preparation courses are also available online. Click on the links below to find out more about the services I offer, or get in touch if you have any questions. I would love to support you in your preparation for a gentle and positive labour and birth. Recent Blog Posts
- [Gentle Pregnancy Yoga & Relaxation Booking Confirmation](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/booking-confirmation/): I am a mum to 2 energetic children, birth educator and former primary school teacher. I teach gentle pregnancy yoga & relaxation classes and hypnobirthing antenatal courses to pregnant mums and their birth partners in North Cornwall and West Devon. Birth preparation courses are also available online. Click on the links below to find out more about the services I offer, or get in touch if you have any questions. I would love to support you in your preparation for a calm and positive labour and birth. Recent Blog Posts
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- [Gentle Pregnancy Yoga & Relaxation](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/pregnancy-yoga-and-relaxation/): Gentle Pregnancy Yoga & Relaxation near Launceston, Cornwall UNWIND, EASE TENSION & RELAX WHILE MEETING OTHER MUMS-TO-BE Join my 4-week block of pregnancy relaxation classes in South Petherwin Village Hall, near Launceston. £10.50 per session or book the whole 4-week block for £36 Spaces limited so booking is essential. I’m Demelza. I am a mum to 2 energetic children, birth educator and former primary school teacher. I teach gentle pregnancy yoga & relaxation classes and hypnobirthing antenatal courses to pregnant mums and their birth partners in North Cornwall and West Devon. Birth preparation courses are also available online. Explore my […]
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- [The Birth of Baby Ava](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-ava/): The Birth of Baby Ava First-time mum, Rachel, welcomed daughter, Ava, after a precipitous labour (also known as rapid labour). Read her story below. As a first-time mum entering the third trimester of my pregnancy, I began to feel nervous about the actual labour. My partner and I therefore decided to attend hypnobirthing classes which were delivered via Zoom due to coronavirus. The sessions were very informative and made me feel much less anxious about giving birth. At 36 weeks and 6 days pregnant, as a Saturday night treat, my partner and I ordered pizza and chose a movie to […]
- [The Birth of Baby Tommy](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-tommy/): The Birth of Baby Tommy Second-time mum, Jess, welcomed her baby son in a planned home-birth. I always love reading everyone’s birth stories and want to share mine. 🥰 Myself and my partner knew we wanted a home birth. With the current restrictions with covid and the risk, we just wanted to be able to be relaxed in the lead up to and labour of our son so decided to attend the Hypnobirthing Zoom meetings with Demelza, Tranquil Baby. It was recommended to me by my friend and it was amazing to learn how to control breathing and how positive affirmations […]
- [The Birth of Baby Clement](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-clement/): The Birth of Baby Clement First-time mum, Katie, welcomed her son in a positive, assisted vaginal birth. Thank you Demelza for helping us prepare for the birth our first baby, who was born in September 2022.  My waters broke at 23:30 and soon after this we headed to Hospital because contractions were coming thick and fast. Focussing on ‘up breathing’ and using my TENS machine really helped me to stay calm while we were driving through some torrential rain. By the time we got to Triage I was already 7cm dilated.  We went into the midwife led suite and I decided […]
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- [1:1 Support Sessions](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/bespoke-antenatal-sessions/): 1:1 Support Sessions Do you need a short session or 2 to give you a boost of confidence before you go into labour? You may have given birth before, or you might be booked in for an induction or caesarean birth. Book a one or two sessions with me to help you feel educated, empowered and prepared. When you book, we can discuss, via email or on the phone, which areas of birth you would like to cover and what you’re hoping to get out of the session/s. CHOOSE FROM THE FOLLOWING AREAS OF ANTENATAL EDUCATION: 1:1 support sessions are […]
- [Hypnobirthing Antenatal Classes in Launceston, Cornwall](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/antenatal-classes-in-launceston/): Hypnobirthing Antenatal Classes in Launceston, Cornwall Are you pregnant and looking for antenatal classes in Launceston? You’ve come to the right place! Prepare fully for the birth of your baby with Tranquil Baby’s Hypnobirthing Antenatal course. Meet Demelza Having grown up in Launceston, I know the area very well. While I left the county to attend university and to travel, I was never away long. Launceston has always been very special to me and I have very fond memories of my childhood here. I feel fortunate to now be raising my children in this wonderful town and am grateful to […]
- [William's Birth from the Dad's Perspective](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/williams-birth/): Husband and birth partner, Elliot, is a first-time dad who supported his wife during a planned homebirth. We were of course expecting our son to arrive because it was twelve days past his due date. We had been talking to the midwife about giving him as much opportunity as possible to be born naturally by holding off induction or even hospital attendance as long as possible. We really wanted to maximise the chance of a having a home birth. We really didn’t fancy the long drive to hospital, if it could be avoided.  In the morning my wife mentioned she felt […]
- [The Birth of Baby William](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-william/): The Birth of Baby William First-time mum, Claire, welcomed her baby son in a planned homebirth. In the latter stages of pregnancy my husband was especially brilliant, and really tried to help raise my oxytocin levels with massage, reading hypnobirthing scripts, lighting the oil burner, and being totally on board with my film selections. So despite being huge, I was generally feeling pretty good emotionally, was feeling well physically, and was enjoying still being active and walking the dogs. Having wrongly convinced myself our baby was going to be early, and then just not wanting him to arrive on Christmas […]
- [The Birth of Baby Beatrice](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-beatrice/): The Birth of Baby Beatrice Samantha, a first-time mum gave birth to her daughter Beatrice at 34 weeks via emergency caesarean. Despite her birth experience being very different to that which she had hoped for, she felt she was able to use hypnobirthing techniques to help her stay calm and in control. She feels the birth of her daughter was a really positive experience and has kindly shared her story below. My due date was the end of December and I had done the hypnobirthing course with Demelza in October. During and after the course I practised my relaxations and […]
- [Hypnobirthing Antenatal Classes in Bude, Cornwall](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/antenatal-classes-in-bude/): Hypnobirthing Antenatal Classes in Bude Are you pregnant and looking for antenatal classes in Bude? You’ve come to the right place! Prepare fully for the birth of your baby with Tranquil Baby’s Hypnobirthing Antenatal course. Meet Demelza Growing up in Launceston, I used to spend lots of my childhood on the beaches in and around Bude. I then later spent over a decade teaching at a local primary school and loved being part of the community. Bude is, and always will be an area I am very fond of. I’m Demelza, mum of 2 very energetic children, former primary school […]
- [Terms and Conditions](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/termsandconditions/): Terms and Conditions LAST UPDATED: 3RD FEBRUARY 2026 1. ABOUT US These are the Terms and Conditions for Tranquil Baby, operated by Demelza Sayers. Contact details: 2. SERVICES PROVIDED We provide Pregnancy Relaxation Classes, Hypnobirthing Antenatal Courses, 1:1 Support Sessions, Caesarean Birth and Induced Birth Preparation. Our services are intended for pregnant individuals and, for antenatal classes, other than pregnancy relaxation, birth partners are welcomed and encouraged to attend. Please note: Our services are educational in nature and do not replace medical advice or treatment. The Hypnobirthing Antenatal Course: 3. BOOKING & PAYMENT 3.1 How to Book For Pregnancy Relaxation Sessions […]
- [The Birth of Baby Marcie](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-marcie/): The Birth of Baby Marcie Charlotte is a second-time mum who had planned a homebirth but welcomed her baby via a positive unplanned caesarean birth.  I was eating cake (standard!), bouncing on my yoga ball watching the Full Monty with my husband, Paul on a Sunday evening. My waters broke and I teddy-bear rolled straight off the cream rug on to the wood floor so I didn’t have to scrub the carpet 🤣. Paul grabbed a towel which was drying itself over the bannister luckily. I then whacked it between my legs and pegged it to the loo. When I got […]
- [A birth partner's perspective of hypnobirthing](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/a-birth-partners-perspective-of-hypnobirthing/): Demelza wanted you to read the birth partner’s perspective so now I’ll tell the story from the dad angle. After the birth of our daughter, looking back on when Demelza was pregnant with our son, we now realise we were sooo under prepared! However, having not been given the chance to learn and be prepared, we were blissfully unaware of any alternative. We were just going through the motions, following the advice, attending appointments/scans and antenatal sessions and slowly plodding through 9 months of anticipation, waiting for the imminent arrival of our little baby.  Demelza was very worried about all […]
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- [The Birth of Baby Aryton](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/the-birth-of-baby-aryton/): The Birth of Baby Ayrton Laura, a first-time mum, nervous about labour and birth, began the course with me at 37 weeks pregnant. She hoped it would help to reduce some of her anxiety and support her preparation for labour and birth. During her pregnancy, she suffered from bad eczema and this was at its peak at the point of going into labour. Despite starting the course towards the end of her pregnancy, Laura felt that hypnobirthing definitely helped in her labour and would recommend the course to others expecting a baby. Here is her birth story… On the Saturday […]
- [Birth Stories](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/birth-stories/): Birth Stories Click below to read the positive birth stories of beautiful babies born to Tranquil Baby hypnobirthing clients. Thank you to all of the amazing mothers and birth partners who have allowed me to share their stories.
- [Hypnobirthing Antenatal Classes in Cornwall & Devon](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/): Congratulations on your pregnancy! Thank you for being here. If you live in Launceston, Cornwall or surrounding areas and are interested in birth preparation then you are in the right place!  If you live further afield, don’t panic, the antenatal courses can also be held through online sessions. What services are available? I’m Demelza I’m a mum to 2 energetic young children, certified hypnobirthing instructor, birth educator and former primary school teacher. With a background in psychology, as well as over 15 years experience as a primary school teacher, I have always been in awe of the power of the […]
- [What is hypnobirthing and how can it help me?](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/hypnobirthing/): What is hypnobirthing and how can it help me? What is Hypnobirthing? Don’t panic! Hypnobirthing is not stage-hypnosis. You will not join my classes and end up clucking like a chicken! Hypnobirthing is a mindset – I want you to go into labour feeling calm and confident, informed and prepared. If you are seeking a natural physiological birth, my aim is to empower you so you can trust your instincts, allowing your body to do what it is designed to do. If you are preparing for induction or a caesarean birth, I will help to educate you so you can […]
- [About Demelza](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/mystory/): I’m Demelza I’m a mum to 2 energetic young children, certified hypnobirthing instructor, birth educator and former primary school teacher. While I have ventured elsewhere for short periods of time, I feel very fortunate to be raising my children in the town where I grew up – Launceston, on the border of Cornwall and Devon. With a background in psychology, as well as over 15 years as a teacher, I have always been in awe of the power of the mind and this was further strengthened by my own experience using hypnobirthing for the birth of my second child. I […]
- [The Private Hypnobirthing Antenatal Course](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/course-info/): The Private Hypnobirthing Antenatal Course In-Person Private Hypnobirthing Antenatal Classes in North Cornwall and West Devon Online course also available if you live further afield. Are you looking for a birth preparation course which can be tailored to meet your needs and preferences? Are you expecting your first baby and anxious about labour and birth? Have you already had a baby and are seeking something to reduce your fears, wanting to learn tools and techniques to help you work with your body to birth your baby? I’ve been where you are! Whatever brings you here, you’re one step nearer to […]
- [Privacy Policy](https://tranquilbaby.co.uk/privacy-policy/): Privacy Policy Last updated: 03.02.2026 1) WHO WE ARE This Privacy Policy describes the information that Tranquil Baby collects through booking forms, email and its website located at www.tranquilbaby.co.uk. Tranquil Baby collects and holds information about individuals for the purpose of providing pregnancy relaxation and antenatal education. Tranquil Baby is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. Demelza Sayers, trading as ‘Tranquil Baby’ is registered as a sole trader in the UK. 2) WHAT INFORMATION WE COLLECT & HOW WE COLLECT IT We collect information that you give us directly and information that helps us provide our services safely and […]

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