As her due date quickly approaches, rumors of Kate Middleton's birthing plan are swirling, and new reports suggesting that she plans to have a hypno-birth.

According to a report, the Duchess of Cambridge is exploring hypnotherapy as a way to have a natural birth, focusing on the idea that anxiety and fear are what make labor last longer and be more painful.

As for the venue, the 31-year-old royal may take advantage of the birthing pool at St. Mary Hospital in Paddington, London, where her husband, Prince William, was born.

When asked about Will and Kate's plans, a spokeswoman for the royal family said, "We appreciate it's a happy occasion, but there are some matters which should remain private to the duchess."