Planning a Water Birth at Darent Valley Hospital: What You Need to Know
If you’re pregnant and hoping to have a water birth, you may be wondering whether it’s possible at Darent Valley Hospital and what you need to do to prepare. For many women, being able to labour and give birth in warm water is an important part of their birth preferences. The water can provide a […]
Birth of Mila : An Elective C-Section at Darent Valley
I began attending Colleen’s yoga classes when I was around 14 weeks pregnant as I wanted to keep my body moving slowly and to connect with other local mums to be, and it was the best decision I made. Everyone I met was lovely and I have learnt so much from Colleen and everyone else […]
Planning a VBAC at Darent Valley Hospital: What You Need to Know
If you’ve had a caesarean birth before and are now pregnant again, you may be wondering whether a vaginal birth could be an option for you this time. For some women, the idea of planning a VBAC can feel exciting and empowering. For others, particularly if their previous birth was unexpected, difficult or traumatic, it […]
Birth of Emilia : A Healing Birth after Birth Trauma
This emotional birth story was sent in by Weronika, who came to pregnancy yoga in Dartford as preparation for her second birth. Her first birth was traumatic and left a lasting impression on her, so for her second birth she wanted a completely different experience. (As a warning, this story mentions Weronika first birth where […]
Birth of Mayowa : An Unexpected Car Birth on the Way to Darent Valley Hospital
A speedy, and un-expected birth for Dominique – a first time mum who came along to my pregnancy yoga classes in Dartford. Birth Story of Mayowa – Faith in the Journey I’m a first-time mum and I was offered additional appointments from the start of my pregnancy due to my medical history. Thankfully, both baby and I […]
Birth of Esme : Water Birth at Darent Valley Birth Centre
Mercedez had a water birth at Darent Valley birth centre for her first baby, Esme. She came along to my weekly pregnancy yoga classes in Dartford as part of her birth prep. thought it would be nice to share my birth story with you – as I know so many other people did and it […]
Birth of Rosie: VBAC water birth after an induction
Hannah attended my pregnancy yoga classes in Dartford in preparation for her second baby. After a previous pre-term c-section she was classed as high risk, and was told she could potentially have another pre-term baby. Background: Previous emergency c section at 33 weeks due to HELLP syndrome. My birth story: I knew I wanted a whole […]
Birth of Harper: Elective C-section at Darent Valley Hospital
Erin came along to my weekly pregnancy yoga classes in Darenth as she prepared for the birth of her first baby. She also attended my Summer pregnancy retreat day in Gravesend. She went on to have a wonderful elective c-section at Darent Valley hospital. I wanted to start with a massive thank you! Around a […]
Birth of Felix: Precipitous Birth at Darent Valley Birth Centre
Holli came to my pregnancy yoga classes in Dartford as she prepared for the birth of her second baby. My first pregnancy was very straight forward with no cause for concern, but then at 36 weeks my waters broke. I went in to Darent Valley who advised I stay in, as I was pre-term. May […]
Birth of Rory : Emergency C-Section at Darent Valley
Rosie came to my pregnancy yoga classes in Dartford, after being recommended by her sister Daisy – who had been with me in class over two pregnancies. Rosie’s birth story shows that even when the birth plan changes, with the right support you can still have a great birth experience. I was booked for an […]