13/04/2026
I never wanted a caesarean.
I had prepared for a vaginal birth —
the stretches,
the perineal massage,
the birth prep,
and more.
I had all the tools ready.
But at 38 weeks, my baby wasn’t moving into my pelvis and my blood pressure was rising.
It was clear —
a c-section was the safest option.
I had 4 days to process it.
Even as a Pelvic Health Physio,
I was scared.
My mum stood beside me.
She held the bag while I vomited from the spinal.
And then…
within minutes…
my baby was here.
And nothing else mattered.
After 2 years of IVF,
appointments,
planning…
I finally had my miracle. 🤍
Recovery? It was hard.
Every movement hurt.
Getting out of bed.
Picking up my baby.
Coughing. Sneezing.
No driving.
No lifting.
Just surviving — as a single mum with a newborn.
But 6 weeks later…
I did it.
I’m proud of my body.
I’m proud of my birth.
I’m proud of this journey.
This is just one story
for International Caesarean Section Month. ✨