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"Positive birth"

About: Margaret River Hospital / Maternity Department

(as a service user),

I gave birth to my son recently at BRH. During my pregnancy I was cared for in the MGP program at Margaret River Hospital. We had such amazing care antenatally which really positively impacted my experience. I had an anterior placenta which meant I was often unable to feel baby’s movements. This was a source of high anxiety for me due to previous pregnancy losses. Throughout my pregnancy I was able to contact MGP staff Melony & Vanessa and be reassured and assessed. I was never made to feel silly or like I was wasting anyone’s time. The staff I saw were so kind and so personable and made me feel confident throughout.

I had access to the WACHS hypnobirthing program which empowered me and instilled confidence and excitement for birth. I commenced labour informed and confident with the help of MGP and this program 

Due to birth complications we were transferred to Bunbury from Margaret River Hospital. My obstetrician Dr W & MGP midwife Melony coordinated a safe transfer to expert care in Bunbury Regional. From what started as a bit of a traumatic experience for my partner and I ended in such a positive outcome and memory we will treasure forever. 

Since birth MGP has followed up and completed home visit health assessments for myself and baby. Such a fantastic service

We couldn’t be more thankful for the MGP program and our wonderful Obstetrician for keeping us safe and coordinating expert care. We will remember it forever and are so grateful to be home with our healthy baby, dream come true. 

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Response from Amy Gumbrell, Regional Clinical Midwifery Consultant , WACHS, WA Country Health Service 8 months ago
Amy Gumbrell
Regional Clinical Midwifery Consultant , WACHS,
WA Country Health Service
Submitted on 10/08/2023 at 6:18 PM
Published on Care Opinion on 11/08/2023 at 8:55 AM


Dear Gratefulpatient123,

Thank-you for taking the time to write in your feedback for the Margaret River team. I have passed on your feedback to the midwives, the GP-Obstetricians and the Hypnobirthing Program coordinator, who will be so pleased to receive your feedback and thanks.

We are so proud to be able to offer this collaborative care model in Margaret River and our aim is that even when things don't quite go to plan, as they did with you, that you feel supported, safe and have a positive outcome.

Congratulations on the birth of your baby and our best wishes for you and your family moving forward.

Warm regards,

Amy Gumbrell

Regional Clinical Midwifery Consultant - MGP

0436005881

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