Real-Life Birth Stories

 Nothing can prepare you for giving birth but forewarned is forearmed as they say. I found that the breathing techniques used in my local pregnancy relaxation class helped me to get a handle on the pain and the fact that I'd read so many books about each stage of labour meant that while I was nervous I knew roughly what to expect. 

As far as planning the birth goes Stand and Deliver by Emma Mahony is a good read as it contains lots of honest advice along with a selection of positive birth stories. The fact that it's funny as well is a bonus. Buy now

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Good Luck!

Claire Walker (The Baby Maze Ltd)

Real-Life Birth Stories

Other people's birth stories, written in their own words are fascinating and emotional. Here are a few examples:

The Birth of Ellie Rose

When I found out I was pregnant, I was terrified. At 18 I thought my parents would kill me and I couldn’t find the words to tell your Dad.  We weren’t together and you weren’t planned... Click here to read the full story

The Birth of Mia

My first question on entering the delivery suite was “where's the gas and air?” - Click here to read the full story

The Birth of Taylor Jayne

Although my pregnancy was quite straight forward with you, I didn't really know what to expect with the labour - although people kept saying if you have a trouble free pregnancy, you'll have a trouble free birth - click here to read the full story

The Birth of Jamie Boo

I finally got the bed as I wanted it - just in time - the pressure was building and my waters just popped and gushed everywhere! The next thing I said I wanted to push and your head crowned - click here to read the full story