This is the story of a Birth Plan that was not used. A Birth Plan that was carefully made, was informed and detailed, but was never even looked at during the birth.This is the story of a cup of tea, left to go cold. Rebecca* was determined that her birth would not ‘go with the flow’ , …
Birthing is not innate, Not in this Modern World Our instincts may be masked and crushed We may find ourselves being processed Our questions being hushed. For many women birth is something they Survive A life event without honour or joy It is enough to just get through with a healthy girl or boy. For …
This article sums up a rather ridiculous problem in our society. Competitive birthing and who gets to set The Standard. Kate Middleton, apparently, has had three uncomplicated births. Keira Knightly, apparently, had a rather difficult and unpleasant birth. Kate Middleton, apparently, had a birth plan. Keira Knightly, apparently, felt they were pointless. Draw whatever conclusions …
Kate Middleton does not set the ‘standard’: Keira Knightly shouldn’t either. Read More »
Positive Birth Stories via Blog – Women’s Perspective
I’m the custodian of some powerful knowing, But like seeds, it won’t grow without sowing, Knowledge shared is a gift For it gives a lift And gets the power flowing. The Birth Map evolved in my heart Four births of my own at its start It is ready now for sharing With those who …
The spectrum of birth possibilities in the western world spans from unassisted birth to elective caesarean and even surrogacy. For some people, the choice is made for them, for reasons beyond their control. For others the choice is absolute. When the absolute choice is at one of the extremes, it can be very difficult to …
Medically Extreme Birthing: born of fear or fantasy? Read More »
What constitutes a ‘good’ birth story?
And who gets to decide?
