Gaby Gives Birth. By Rachel Wallis Ever since the labour of my first child, which I found quite astounding, I have been fascinated by the process of birth and our relationship with it. Many women, understandably, choose not to have a relationship with it, while...
Arthur’s Birth Story When I wrote Arthur’s birth notice for the newspaper, I described his birth as being a ‘joyous’ occasion. And it was! This isn’t a load of hippie hogwash either. The birth of my son was the most joyful, beautiful, and incredible experience of my...
Watt Family Birth Stories Luis’s Birth Story Paul and I had decided to start trying for our first child. First month unsuccessful, oh well not to worry, it was only early days. Three days before my next period was due, I just knew I was pregnant. It was the weekend...
Oscar’s Story Getting pregnant again was far easier than we imagined, and again, an easy pregnancy, no morning sickness or anything dramatic. After the easy birth of Corban and seeing what a great little guy he was, I was in a good head space and intended to...
Edwards family stories Alexander’s Birth – Induction I will never forget waving goodbye to Paulette (Eric’s sister) and her children as they stood on our veranda just after 8am on 8 July 1999. It felt rather strange taking a sedate trip into hospital at a...
Duncan’s Story: A Homebirth “From the Man’s Perspective” It all started for me some three and a half years ago at an antenatal class – a bunch of expectant first time parents sitting there with a group of strangers wondering, “What the hell am I doing here?”...
