15. Feb
A Calmbirth® couple story.
Our first child Max was born 07/02/2018 at 13:55 at 38 +2 weeks, weighing 6lbs 1oz.
My waters broke at 10.35 in the morning with contractions starting quickly after 2 minutes apart. Soon after we made our way to the hospital, at this point things were very intense and I needed nitrous oxide. Shortly after I felt that “involuntary need to push” Cherie had told us about, I had my one and only internal exam and was fully dilated. After a 25 minute stage 2 Max was born (3 hours 20 minutes after my waters broke).
Following Calmbirth with Cherie my husband and I practised the skills learnt in class leading right up until labour.
I felt a sense of relaxation, excitement and openness regarding labour following Calmbirth. My husband and I felt informed and empowered, especially in regard to what to expect during each stage of labour.
We could not have asked for a better labour and I believe feeling so laid back leading up to the big day allowed it to happen so quickly and calmly. Following your Calmbirth course we felt so prepared and informed, especially relating to what to expect during each stage of labour.
Thank you Cherie for making our experience as calm and special as it was.
Alex & Emma