"Birth & Delivery at AAH"

 I want to formally thank each of the midwives who dealt with us when I had my baby girl. From the moment we arrived in FMAU, to when we were discharged, we received amazing care.

We met Toni in FMAU, who assessed me and advised I was fully dilated and ready for delivery. She asked about my previous birth and took my concerns and fears on board, offering reassurance and encouragement. She made the midwives in delivery aware of these and continued to comfort and reassure me that everything would be OK.

Jannah and student midwife Suzi delivered my baby. They were outstanding. I was scared about birth, given my previous experience, but they continued to offer me encouragement and reassure in a patient and empathetic manner. I felt able to trust them even though I was scared. 

Barbara was the midwife who cared for me on the maternity ward. She fed my baby, changed her nappy several times and let me rest. She was so down to earth and caring. When my baby was struggling to feed and I was exhausted, she took over and sat with us for over an hour until baby had her feed. 

Megan was the midwife on our ward during the day. She also changed my baby and took time to help us where needed. She was lovely and bubbly and chatty. She was under pressure, taking care of the whole bay of us, but she never made you feel you were taking up her time if you asked for help.

These ladies were all exceptional in their roles. They were professional and courteous, but they were also immensely kind, caring and empathetic. They are a credit to their vocation and to the NHSCT. Please pass on my sincerest thanks and gratitude to them.