Hey mama,
If you’ve been following my journey, you know I spent months preparing for a natural birth — learning, breathing, getting ready. And honestly, all that preparation was so helpful.
But life had its own plan for me and Ollie.
From the start, I knew Ollie was a big boy — and as it turned out, he was just too big to come out the natural way. So we planned a cesarean birth.
Was I nervous? Sure. But I was also calm — thanks to everything I’d learned and the support I had. The hospital staff were incredible — kind, gentle, and respectful every step of the way.
One of the most special moments was when they played my favourite song, “Spring Day” by BTS, as they gently brought Ollie into the world and showed him to me and my husband for the very first time.
Seeing him, hearing his beautiful cry, and sharing that moment with my husband — it was unforgettable and filled with so much love.
Postpartum wasn’t without its challenges, but that’s a story for another day.
One thing I can’t recommend enough from that first night onwards was the Baby Ollie “NestForm” Soft Support Belt. It was my best friend — giving me gentle support, comfort, and helping me move with confidence during recovery.
Even though my birth journey didn’t go exactly as I imagined, it was perfect for us. And the knowledge I gained along the way didn’t just help me — I was able to share it with my closest friends and family who became pregnant after me. That made everything even more meaningful.
Every birth is different, and every story deserves to be told with kindness — especially your own.
With love,
Renata (Ollie’s mum)
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