13. Did you redecorate a room for the baby’s nursery? I like upcycling so I tried to do that where I could but I pretty much got all my furniture second-hand from friends and family. We also have beautiful photos in the nursery of Dave’s family and my family with us as babies, just for a sentimental touch. At my baby shower I was also given some meaningful wall hangings. I have a beautiful dream catcher and blessing beads from the important women in my life, which I treasure. 14. Anything you want to say to your mum now that you are one? Becoming a mum has given me a greater appreciation for my mum. I have a new level of understanding of her selflessness and devotion, and what she went through as a single mother. 15. How has your relationship changed with your husband/partner? This is a whole new level of love for us. We do everything as a team and I think it has really strengthened our relationship. For me, I have been blown away by how incredible he is as a father and how much he supports me. He is next level phenomenal and it melts my heart when I see him with our daughter. 16. Anything about your childhood or the way you were brought up that you can’t wait to pass on? I grew up in the country on a small farm so I would love to teach Hallie a real appreciation of nature and the environment. I also grew up with a love of animals and being really sporty so I want to offer her those experiences as well. I was brought up to be really compassionate and to feel connected to the local community. I hope that she too can feel a sense of community. And Dave and I both come from musical families so we would like Hallie to grow up in a household filled with music. 17. Anything else you want to say about pregnancy, birth and being a new mum? You are given so many opinions and advice during pregnancy and as a new mum and I think you need to sift through all the information and take it with a grain of salt. Choose what works for you and trust your own instincts. Also, for me, I have always loved kids and have always looked forward to becoming a mum. I have six nephews and nieces and being an aunty has been one of the greatest joys of my life. The love I feel for my nieces and nephews is so intense, it is insane. And now that I have my own child, I have that love on a whole different level. It’s just so beautiful and means the world to me that I can share this experience with my sisters and also my Mum. I ENDED UP HAVING AN EMERGENCY CAESAREAN. THAT TAUGHT ME THAT IT’S GOOD TO HAVE AN IDEA OF AN IDEAL BIRTH PLAN BUT NOT TO GET TOO ATTACHED TO EXPECTATIONS. 56 Pindara Magazine 2017
Pindara Private Hospital Magazine - Issue Ten
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