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A Father’s Side: Melanie’s Birth Story (written by her Dad, Raf)

At 8pm on Wednesday, May 1st, I was sitting in my parked car with Lyia’s stepfather, Joe sitting behind. Lyia was on her way to the car with her mother, Lizette. She was standing just behind Lyia’s door and noticed … Continue reading

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Melanie’s Birth Story (written by her Mom, Lyia)

“Being pregnant and giving birth are like crossing a narrow bridge. People can accompany you to the bridge. They can greet you on the other side. But you walk that bridge alone.”  – African Proverb   Labor started on Wednesday, … Continue reading

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Ellie’s home birth story (an undisturbed water birth where dad caught the baby) written by her mom

 I can’t say enough good things about Liz Derry and her team. I had an awesome natural home birth and I am here to share it. With my first daughter I was induced. The doctor gave me an epidural and … Continue reading

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