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“How a woman
is cared for and supported during birth is a major influence,
not only in how she gives birth but also how she feels about
it.” Penny Simkin
Birth is an individual and emotional experience. This incredibly
special time in your life not only brings the gift of a precious
baby, but it also marks the birth of a mother.
Pregnancy is a time when hormones and emotions run high. Regardless
of whether you are a first time mum or you have experienced
childbirth before, the birth of your baby will remain imprinted
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It is so very important that this remarkable
experience is a positive one, as birth can impact on the
way we feel post-natally, both physically and emotionally,
our confidence in nurturing our newborns and even |
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in raising our children in the future.
It doesn't have to be something to be feared and it is every
mother's right to experience the feeling of overwhelming joy
when greeting her baby for the first time.
Making your own decisions, having continued support and human
touch, feeling in control and retaining your dignity and self-respect
are all factors that can contribute to a positive birth experience.
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“There is a power that comes to women
when they give birth. They don’t ask for it, it simply
invades them.”
Penny Armstrong – ‘A Wise Birth’ |
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