We have been working with women and their families to share their experiences of having a baby in Gloucestershire. Thanks go to all those that have kindly shared their stories with us and have agreed to appear on camera, we hope you enjoy watching them. If you are affected by any of the films here and need some support then please contact your midwife, health visitor or GP.
If you have a story you would like to share with us then please email glicb.glosmvp@nhs.net
Coping in early labour
Reduced Fetal Movement
Pregnancy and my mental health – Jenni’s story
First few weeks
My postnatal mental health experience – Charlie’s story
Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC)
Induction of labour
Having a caesarean
Ambulance transfer
My Choice – Philippa’s Breech Delivery
My experience of labour and birth – Helen’s story
Aquanatal
Yoga in pregnancy
Jenni’s experience of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
The Birth Unit at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Giving birth at Stroud Maternity
Having a natural birth on delivery suite at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
S.H.E.D (Support and Help for Every Dad)
In the past 10 years, approximately 5,000 fathers have had a child on Gloucestershire Royal’s Neonatal Unit. Here are some of their stories.
