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Thanks to ABTA, I was able to get the support I needed – Penny’s postnatal mental health journey
At the delivery of Penny’s second daughter at 38 weeks, an umbilical cord prolapse created an emergency. Penny shares her story of trauma and recovery.
In this blog, women and their families share their experience of birth trauma. These stories are shared in their own voice and may be distressing to some readers.
Please take care to ensure you are ready to read these stories today and engage in the self-care and support you need to process what these stories bring up for you.
We tell these stories because many people find them helpful and it informs us all of the wide range of birth experiences families undergo.
“When there is one way, one story, learning is stunted. When we have more stories, we have more from which to learn. We see over and over again how choices, options, more stories, help us all.”
You can submit your story by emailing ABTA.
At the delivery of Penny’s second daughter at 38 weeks, an umbilical cord prolapse created an emergency. Penny shares her story of trauma and recovery.
Sinead shares her story of a traumatic first birth, and her mission to empower herself with knowledge and a support team to ensure she felt prepared for her second birth.
Melinda shares her powerful and harrowing story of her experience with the mental health system in NSW after suffering debilitating postnatal depression following the birth of her daughter.
Jo shares her story in the hope to raise awareness of HELLP Syndrome, to highlight the importance of preparing your mind and body for birth and surrounding yourself with a supportive team.
Emily shares her story of birth trauma, and her road to recovery as she took control of her second birthing experience.
I’ll just say it; Living outside of a major city in Australia puts you at a disadvantage. Don’t get me wrong, I live regionally, and
Over 14 years later, I still shudder when I remember how quickly my waters were broken. I remember the wires that restricted my movement and
Trigger Warning:Â This birth story discusses trauma, topics discussed include forceps delivery, emergency theatre and postpartum haemorrhage, and NICU stay. If you are seeking support for
First of all we want to congratulate you on your new bundle (or bundles) of joy! What a journey! The rollercoaster of emotions you must
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