I want to understand my birth experience.
I'm a parent seeking support and resources.
Brodie shares her brave story of her experience with HELLP Syndrome, her emergency caesarean and her long journey in NICU with her premature baby.
My trauma story related to NICU – what I wished I knew and what I may have done differently
Shiralee shares her story of her covid birth with a forceps delivery that resulted in PND, PNA and PTSD and her fight for her mental health.
Alison shares her story of a failed vacuum delivery resulting in a third-degree tear, prolapse and facial injuries to her baby. Warning: Distressing images
Tamara shares her story of a forceps birth and postpartum haemorrhage following a pregnancy complicated by placenta previa.
On World Disability Day, Briar Harte shares her inspiring story about birthing with a disability during COVID-19, and the extraordinary set of challenges she had to face.
Rachael suffered significant pelvic floor injury after a vacuum delivery. Here she tells her story of recovery and managing her symptoms in her second pregnancy.
In addition to her physical injuries, Emma suffered PTSD after a forceps birth. Here, she shares her journey towards healing, utilising trauma therapy.
Birth Trauma Australia is not able to provide crisis support, we care about your wellbeing. If you need immediate support, please contact one of the services below.
If you are in immediate danger call 000.
13 11 14
24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention.
1300 726 306
Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia.
13 92 76
24/7 crisis support for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples.
