"Planned C Section and Nursery stay"

I recently had a planned c section at Geraldton Regional Hospital. The theatre staff I saw were amazing - the anaesthetist understanding that I was anxious, the nurses providing information and guidance, constantly checking in with me, staff introducing themselves, showing their faces behind their masks to ensure familiarity.

Our baby boy arrived safely but following his birth he had some breathing troubles which ended in a stay in the nursery for 5 days. During this time we met incredible midwives, neonatal nurses, baby Drs, and beyond that PSAs.

Everyone met us with empathy, care and support, provided us with warmth when faced with terrifying moments, tests, confronting machines for our little baby. We also found communication to be thorough and considered. We felt that very possibility was explored to ensure the health of our baby.

Beyond this, I received great care in my recovery with only encouragement and understanding when feeling vulnerable, uncomfortable and of course worry for our baby. 

We cannot thank Maternity/nursery staff enough for ensuring the health of our baby boy. We will remember your care and kindness during a traumatic time always! Thank you