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"Midwife care at the FBC"

About: King Edward Memorial Hospital / Family Birth Centre

(as the patient),

This was my second birth through the Family Birth Centre, and once again it was an incredible experience. My most recent pregnancy and birth journey was everything I could have hoped for, and a huge part of that was thanks to my midwife, Danika.

From our very first appointment, I felt truly heard, supported and respected. Danika always took the time to answer my questions, provide evidence-based information and ensure I felt comfortable and confident in every decision throughout my pregnancy. I never felt rushed and my wishes were always respected.

My toddler attended almost every appointment with me, and Danika was so wonderful with her.

Although Danika wasn’t on shift when I went into labour, I was cared for by another lovely midwife from her team who provided excellent support. The continuity of care was evident and I felt completely safe.

I had the most beautiful birth experience and precious golden hours afterwards at the Family Birth Centre. I was able to achieve the water birth I had always dreamed of and I will forever be grateful for the care I received.

I cannot recommend the Family Birth Centre and Danika highly enough. Thank you for helping make one of the most important experiences of my life so positive, empowering, and memorable.

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Response from Karen Keating, A/Director, Safety Quality and Performance, Safety Quality and Performance, Women and Newborn Heath Service 2 weeks ago
Karen Keating
A/Director, Safety Quality and Performance, Safety Quality and Performance,
Women and Newborn Heath Service
Submitted on 9/06/2026 at 2:41 PM
Published on Care Opinion Australia at 3:28 PM


Dear funnymr59,

Congratulations on the birth of your second baby and thank you so much for taking the time to share such lovely feedback for Danika and the Family Birth Centre team.

It was wonderful to read how well supported you felt with Danika during your antenatal appointments and that she was able to provide you with the information and care you needed, in a respected and patient manner, to make informed decisions along your pregnancy journey. I was pleased to read that although Danika was not available for your labour, you still felt supported, empowered and safe with the care provided, allowing you to have the water birth you dreamed of.

It will give me great pleasure to pass on your kind words to the Family Birth Centre team.

Wishing you and your family all the best.

Kind regards,

Karen Keating

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