Rise & Glow: Positive Birth Stories
At 40 + 5, I had a midwife appointment where we discussed doing a membrane sweep. During the examination, I wasnʼt yet dilated, so we agreed to book another appointment at 41 weeks, just a week before my scheduled induction. I really wanted to give my body a chance to go into labour naturally.
At 4...
Our little surprise at 34 weeks…….as told by first time parents Rebecca and Laurence:
I got home late Friday evening, about 11pm after work. Technically my last full day of work before taking leave (she knew..!) I went upstairs to brush my teeth and wait for Laurence to come home who was in London ...
First time mum Kristina and her partner Sam share their positive birth experience at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Greenwich (London).
Key facts:
- 28th September 2023
- 1st baby
- 8lbs 1oz - arrived 4 days early
- 6 hour delivery with no interventions
- Delayed cord clamping and Golden hour
- Minor tea ...