Linnéa’s home birth rate

Anna was with us when our second child was born during a planned home birth. For me, childbirth was a tougher experience than expected; a lot because of expectations from myself. I had thought it would be quick and easy, and was not prepared for the process to take as long as it did.

Both my husband and the midwives probably had the same expectations as me, and I think I subconsciously sensed these underlying expectations. The only one I didn't feel had any expectations of me was Anna. She was there for me in the moment and was calm and safe. She supported me in all my choices and emotions and I never felt judged by her.

When the immediate period after the birth became turbulent especially for my husband, she was also a support we could turn to.