Jess
Welcome to the world
Hazel Charlotte Jones
Born on the 17.07.2020
“Making the decision to have a child - it's momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking outside your body.” - Elizabeth Stone
Jess and Ed’s dream of having a baby was wish come true when they found out that they were going to be parents. Jess thoroughly enjoyed educating herself on every aspect of pregnancy, labour and birth. Jess was very well informed and knew all her options and birth preferences. Knowing all her options was to serve Jess and Ed very well.
At the end of Jess’s pregnancy baby Hazel was laying breech, Jess tried everything in her power to encourage this little lady to turn. Hazel was having none of it.
Jess was educated on all her options and was able to have many of an informed discussion with her Obstetrician on all her birth preferences and how she would like to be supported when it came time to birth their baby daughter. Birth may just be one days in our lives. But Jess knew that the birth of her baby would be one day she would never forget. Her birth experience would be imprinted in her heart and soul forever. It was important for Jess to experience a positive and empowering birth. To help her achieve this it was imperative that she had a voice and that her birth wishes were honoured on the day their daughter was to be born. I can’t even begin to express of how proud I am of Jess. Never underestimate the power and the passion of one informed mummy that wants what’s best for her and her baby and is willing to fight to retain control of her birth experience. Birth matters. It brings us into being on many levels. Jess, before you even birthed your baby, I was in awe of all that you had achieved xxx
It is said: that as much as we may know about know about birth, we know nothing about a particular birth. Baby Hazel’s birth will unfold in its own unique way.
As 39 weeks drew near some routine medical tests revealed that Jess and Ed’s baby daughter would benefit from being born sooner rather than later. Hazel was still preferring a breech position and a cesarean section was deemed the safest way for this little girl to be born. Jess had a cesarean birth plan and I am happy to say that all their wishes to give their baby the best birth experience possible was honoured.
At 5.45am on the 17th of July I arrived as Jess and Edd’s home to be greeted by their two adorable dogs. These two fur babies knew something was going on. There was a surreal feeling of peace and calm. Jess had been preparing her mind and her heart for this day. Jess and Ed were prepared for whatever birth their baby needed. Today Jess and Edd were finally going to meet their baby daughter for the first time. We took some time to celebrate and reflect on the day ahead in our own special way.
At 6.15am we headed to the LGH; the time was nearing to meeting Hazel. We waited in Jess’s room with her amazing midwife Stacey. I’m sure in the minutes to come Jess had to draw on all her inner strength and believe in herself and all that she is. Knowing that there is something inside her that is greater than any obstacle. Birth does not ask us to be fearless it asks us to be brave.
My beautiful birthing Goddess was to know see how strong and resilient she truly was. With Ed by Jess’s side providing love and support, Jess was able to embrace all the strength she could access in and through birth.
Let love murmur in your heart. Be ready. Here comes life. At 8.30am on Friday the 17th of July under the guidance of Dr Helen Esdale’s gentle and experienced hands, Jess collected the soul of her baby and welcomed her up into her loving arms. I am sure that Hazel’s first breath took her mummy and daddy’s away.
Welcome to the world Hazel Charlotte Jones. At 5lb and 11ounces you were one perfect bundle of joy.
Thank you Jess and Ed for trusting in me to support you through your pregnancy and birth journey. For inviting me into your home and your lives at such as special time has been a privilege. I look forward to continuing my support as you navigate the uncharted waters of parenthood. Now the real fun starts.
Love, Krista xxx