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My birth experience

Posted By januaryjf64

"My birth experience"

About: King Edward Memorial Hospital / Family Birth Centre

(as the patient),

I received great care at the Family Birthing Centre in Subiaco. My midwives listened to my preferences and supported me in having a natural birth as far as possible. I ended up going into spontaneous labour at 41 weeks and 6 days, which was fantastic.  

Because my baby's position and size ended up making the last bit a bit tricky, I chose to be transferred upstairs to King Eddies, but I did not have any pressure from the midwives to do this. 

I would highly recommend the FBC for anyone looking for a natural / water birth.

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Response from Delaney Gibbons, Director, Safety Quality and Performance, Safety, Quality and Performance, Women and Newborn Health Service last week
Delaney Gibbons
Director, Safety Quality and Performance, Safety, Quality and Performance,
Women and Newborn Health Service

Submitted on 9/10/2025 at 11:39 AM
Published on Care Opinion Australia on 10/10/2025 at 9:49 AM

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Dear januaryjf64

Congratulations on the birth of your baby and thank you for sharing your experience with us. I am so pleased that you felt well supported by your midwives to make informed decision throughout your pregnancy and birth.

We are extremely proud of the kindness and compassion demonstrated by our staff and will be pleased to pass on your gratitude to the Family Birth Centre.

Wishing you and your family all the best,

Delaney

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