Claire was there to rub my back, offer counterpressure on my hips, guide me through my breathing and massage me with clary sage. The midwives left around 12:30 with the message that they would be back around 16:00 and to call if I needed them earlier. Claire was there to wipe away my tears and reassure me I was going to meet my baby soon and told me she felt this was my first transition.

My unplanned home birth was mental! The most mental but magical experience! I felt so connected to myself.  I was so connected to George and so connected to our baby girl.