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Your Birth Story 10 - My Second Home Birth
Inspiring birth stories in Ceredigion, Wales. Second home birth at 42 weeks +1 day, reflecting on the pressure to induce, the arrival of spontaneous labour, and overcoming self-doubt.
Tomoko Holloway
May 93 min read
Your Birth Story 9 - The Waiting Game
Inspiring birth stories in Ceredigion, Wales. Labelled high risk as an older IVF mother, she shares how she achieved the birth she wanted.
Tomoko Holloway
Nov 25, 20246 min read
Your Birth Story 8 - Vita's Birth Story
Inspiring stories of local births in & around Ceredigion, West Wales. She reclaimed the birth experience they had hoped for in a hospital.
Tomoko Holloway
Sep 24, 202411 min read
Your Birth Story 7 - I See A Lot Of Hair!
Inspiring stories of local births in & around Ceredigion, West Wales. This mum was determined to have a water birth in the Midwife-Led Unit
Tomoko Holloway
Jul 25, 20245 min read
Your Birth Story 6 - A Magical Unmedicated Home Birth With A Gestational Diabetes Diagnosis
Inspiring stories of local births in & around Ceredigion, West Wales. A Magical Unmedicated Home Birth With A Gestational Diabetes Diagnosis
Tomoko Holloway
Jun 24, 202410 min read
Your Birth Story 5 - Successful VBAC - The anxieties and worries leading up to it!
Inspiring stories of local births in & around Ceredigion, West Wales. Alice had an unexpected 8-day hospital stay after her second birth via
Tomoko Holloway
May 24, 20242 min read
Your Birth Story 4 - Three Births in Ceredigion
Inspiring stories of local births in & around Ceredigion, West Wales. This birth story takes us to Bronglais Hospital in Aberystwyth.
Tomoko Holloway
Apr 24, 20243 min read
Your Birth Story 3 - Two Different Hospital Births
This story revolves around a mother who wasn't entirely satisfied with her hospital experience during her first birth.
Tomoko Holloway
Mar 27, 20245 min read
Your Birth Story 2 - The Day I Took Over The World!
Discover her empowering birth story, which had a profound impact on her life afterward.
Tomoko Holloway
Feb 24, 20246 min read
Your Birth Story 1 - Kim's Powerful Home Birth Story
Embark on a captivating journey with Kim as she unfolds the transformative experience of her powerful home birth.
Tomoko Holloway
Jan 24, 20242 min read
My Doula Journey and Commitment
As the New Year unfolds, I find myself reflecting on my journey as a doula and the profound reasons that led me to this path. In sharing...
Tomoko Holloway
Jan 12, 20242 min read
Is your baby too big or too small based on an ultrasound scan?
Have you ever been told your baby is too big or too small based on an ultrasound scan? Were you recommended for induction because of it?...
Tomoko Holloway
Oct 9, 20231 min read
What does a doula do? - Early Postnatal Support
Birth is often considered the pinnacle of the journey into motherhood/parenthood, but it's important to recognise that it's just the...
Tomoko Holloway
Aug 31, 20232 min read
Nurturing Your Postnatal Journey: 3 essential reminders
Anticipating the arrival of your little one? Are you ready for the transformative postnatal phase? While birthing is a significant...
Tomoko Holloway
Aug 18, 20232 min read
What does a doula do? - At Birth
When it comes to the enigmatic role of a doula during the awe-inspiring journey of birth, it's only natural to be curious about what...
Tomoko Holloway
Aug 12, 20233 min read
3 Tips for a Successful Breastfeeding Journey
1-7 August is World Breastfeeding Week! Before becoming a mother, my primary focus was giving birth, and I assumed breastfeeding would...
Tomoko Holloway
Aug 3, 20231 min read
What does a doula do? - Prenatal Sessions
As a doula, my role extends beyond just attending the birth. Prenatal sessions are an essential part of the support I provide, offering...
Tomoko Holloway
Jul 21, 20232 min read
Self-Care for Mums: Embracing the One-Person Show
Being a mother is a role filled with immense love, joy, and fulfilment. However, it's no secret that it can also be demanding and...
Tomoko Holloway
Jul 13, 20232 min read
Empowering Your Partner at Birth: Key Tips for Providing the Best Support
In this blog post, I will share three key tips to empower your partner and ensure a positive and supportive birth experience for both of you
Tomoko Holloway
Jul 6, 20232 min read
"Due Date" as a Month-Long Window
During my pregnancies with my three boys, I experienced the pressure and anxiety surrounding the elusive "due date." As the date...
Tomoko Holloway
Jun 15, 20232 min read
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