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Every 1 minute and 43 seconds a baby is born, every baby's journey into this world is unique and has a lasting impact on everyone involved. With so much importance put on the baby, we want to honour the incredible bodies and people who brought them into this world, because every 1 minute and 43 seconds a new part of them is also born... here are their stories.
Jacinta's Speedy Homebirth Surrounded by Love & Family
At about 4:30, I got out of bed as I felt I wanted to start using my TENS machine for some relief. I found walking around more comfortable - I...
Rachel's Positive Hospital Water Birth
In the end I was able to experience a positive water birth in a hospital setting. It was incredible. I...
Mahaliah's Dream Labour
My goal this second pregnancy was to do most of my labour at home, no hospital pain meds and I...
Elise's Induction Birth Story
Whilst this labour was definitely the hardest of all my children, it remained such a calm environment and I have...
Rachel's Positive First Birth
I honestly can’t believe the positive birth experience that I had. I’d like to think that the 6 dates a...
Emily's Quick Second Birth
I had an epidural for my first as I was induced but only having gas and the TENS machine this time was...
Jade's Birth Story - Leni
It was quick, raw, wild and so primal. While it was far from quiet, calm and gentle, both Ben and...
Jaz's First Birth & TENS Machine Experience
The TENS machine was a life saver in the early parts of labor and I would 10/10 recommend. So easy...
Celeste's Precipitous Hospital Birth
My main regret from this birth was not trusting my instincts as I was so sure I was progressing quickly...
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