Difficult birth

Yes but firstly I think it’s super important to say that you shouldn’t feel guilty at all! I know that’s much easier said than done, but it’s literally not your fault so please don’t be too hard on yourself. I’ve referred to the birth reflections service to go through my notes for a better understanding, and I’ve also referred to the perinatal mental health team for extra support. I’m a big advocate of using any service which is available to you, including your GP, if you are struggling. Feeling this way is completely ok and it’s not a reflection at all on you ❤️

My FB was a difficult and traumatic labour. Then I had tongue tie and feeding issues on top of it. I definitely agree with being easy on yourself and getting a debrief (should be able to get one through your midwife I think?) and talking to someone about the birth.

I’m really struggling with my traumatic birth and time in hospital (induction) and have spoken with midwife, health visitor and am self referring to Birth Reflections to go through everything to help me process it. For me personally it’s going to be tough but over the coming weeks I want to type out everything that I remember day by day to start understanding it and make sure I don’t just mentally block it out and end up with no recollection of it all. I hope you can use services available and you’re able to focus on every little positive bit - the best part being you got your baby!!!! Don’t be hard on yourself! 🤗🩷