"My Birth Experience"

After having a traumatic experience with my first baby, I was very nervous about coming in to hospital to have my second. Last week on Monday 5th April I was admitted to be induced to Ward 31A at RAH Paisley. Induction failed, and it was decided I would go for a c section on 7th April. I was in my own room at this point and the every midwife that came in were always so lovely and caring.

When going down for my c section, emotions took over and I was extremely nervous. The midwives in recovery were absolutely amazing with me, reassuring me and calming me down. I wish I caught their names because I can’t thank them about for being there for me whilst my partner was on route. I would like to say a special thank you to Paul. He guided me through my c section and made the atmosphere so positive. If it wasn’t for Paul, I would never have been so calm. Paul, you are so amazing at your job and I would like to thank you for helping to bring my baby girl in to this world. You brought humour and made me laugh at I time I never thought I would.

The care in recovery afterwards was second to none. I was then moved back to Ward 31A. Again, the care I received was absolutely outstanding and every midwife was happy to help and never made you feel like you were annoying them by pressing your buzzer. Laura helped me for 2 days in a row, and she was amazing. There were a couple of other midwives who helped me and I didn’t catch their names, all lovely nurturing people. I have now been home for 3 days and have been reflecting on my experience. I hope the midwives get to see my thanks, as they have no idea how much I appreciate their help. Although it is their job, they have a huge impact on people’s lives and I will never forget my amazing experience.