Jamie Wolfe was born on the 8th of March 2011: a story of a successful vaginal birth after caesarean sections. As a mother of 8 beautiful children, I have quite an extensive birth history. Before Jamie’s birth, I had had 13 pregnancies - 3 successful vaginal births, 4 c/sections, 5 miscarriages & a successful
Discovering you are carrying twins is often a moment of mixed emotions. You may feel two babies rather than just one is a blessing. You may worry just how you are going to accommodate and afford your doubled joy. There is likely to be a plethora of questions and thoughts swimming in your head
Is it safe to have hair dye during pregnancy? When a woman discovers she is pregnant, in most cases her natural instinct is to do everything she can to ensure her baby’s safety. As a result, pregnancy raises many questions. Is this safe to eat? Will doing that harm my baby? Among the myriad
Twin pregnancy, why does it occur? When we think of twins most of us conjure up images of cute, identical babies in matching outfits. We think of deep sibling bonds and pranks played on unsuspecting adults. But there is a serious side to twins that can be lost in the rather stereotypical images we
by Hannah Dahlen Being pregnant with twins poses specific problems for mothers. As a result specific pregnancy symptoms can arise with twins. Women are more likely to suffer exacerbation of some of the common, but unpleasant symptoms of pregnancy. These include: heartburn, nausea and vomiting, backache, haemorrhoids, tiredness and general discomfort. The increased weight
When my children are in good form they are dynamic and funny, adventurous and just really good company. Sometimes though, particularly at the end of the week when we are all a bit worn out. I know it isn't going to be one of those blissful days. I find days like this a little
This is Danielle's twin homebirth. She has shared the birth story of her twins who were born at home. The twins Amelia Faith and Annalise Hope were born on Labor Day 1st September 2008.
This video is a twin birth story that depicts the journey the twins Tatum and Wyatt Williams. Subsequently born at 36 weeks by caesarean birth. PBB loves sharing stories. Furthermore we hope you enjoy watching this twin birth story.
Having babies second time around is not easy for everyone. “When are you going to have ‘number two’? You’re not going to let her be an only child? Don’t you think she needs a brother or sister?”. Not only people eventually asked us these questions publicly by well-meaning friends and relatives, but also at
Miscarriage affects the lives of many women and their partners and the true impact is often underestimated by health professionals, family and friends. Just because miscarriage is a relatively common event does not mean it is insignificant or that it should, or will, soon be forgotten. Why does miscarriage happen? Miscarriage is a term
