We follow the journey of a mother labelled “high risk” due to older age and IVF conception. After her waters broke, she faced nearly 72 hours of waiting through pre-labour rupture of membranes. With her doula’s support, she trusted her instincts, navigated medical pressure, and entered labour naturally—a story of resilience, informed choice, and empowerment.

A first-time mum shares her positive water birth experience in a midwife-led unit. Supported by her partner and doula, she embraced the calm environment, trusted her body, and found comfort in the birth pool. As her baby crowned, the midwife joyfully exclaimed, “I see a lot of hair!”—a light-hearted moment in an empowering and memorable birth journey.