The midwife on duty was the same one who was expecting to come out to our house that evening and she was amazing. She was with us throughout the active labour and birth, giving so much help and encouragement. With her and my huband’s help I felt in control and positive at all times. I had a little bit of gas and air for the more intense surges, but I breathed my baby down and saw him crowning.  I immediately held the baby in my arms and L* cut the cord. It was incredible!  It was an absolutely magical experience and we were all home and tucked up in bed by 4am.

Thank you for all your help. The hypnobirthing gave me an incredible strength and positivity which saw me through the whole experience and which I’ll definitely carry forward into other parts of my life.

Hospital birth July 2010