When I became pregnant I had no idea what was involved, just
that i wanted a natural birth. We had private health cover and an obstetrician
lined up but something didn’t feel right. We met with My Midwives and knew
their model of care was the right choice for us.
Over the pregnancy my husband and I both looked forward to
the antenatal visits in their cosy office, which came to feel like a second
home. Any concerns or questions we had were met with honesty, up to date
information and experience allowing me to make my own decisions, and be
supported in whatever decision I made. Having my own midwife allowed me to get
to know her over the course of my pregnancy, and her to understand me as an
anxious first time mum. When I went into labour I felt comfortable
knowing she was only a phone call away and was there to reassure me, hold my
hand, support my husband and greet my little one when she entered the world.
Before I had a baby I didn’t realise how much I needed the
post care support service. We don’t have family close by so having someone you
trust visit you at home just took one less stress out of those first few days,
plus you didn’t have to get dressed and leave the house for a baby clinic. They
were available 24/7 and came over any time we needed them to make sure all 3 of
us were doing okay. Plus, I couldn’t wait each day to show off the little person
we’d seen grow in my belly for so long.
I can’t wait to have another baby!
