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Birth Debrief
A debrief is just one part of moving forwards in your journey. It might not give you all the closure, resolution and validation that you are hoping for, but it can be a step towards the safety and validation that you deserve.
Whether your experience was two months ago or two years ago, it can be helpful to discuss what happened. It is important that your full journey is heard, and so for most people I suggest we start with your early pregnancy and transition through to your birth and postnatal period. This session is an opportunity to share your experience and be heard, whilst having questions answered honestly and impartially.
You are welcome to include your partner or any other person you want present, as they may also have some questions, and can help you to feel secure. But if you prefer it be just me and you, that is equally just as welcome.
This session can last between 1 - 2 hours, and can help you to gain a better understanding of your experience, challenge difficult emotions, and begin to reframe events. Some people may choose to have one long session, others may opt for 2-3 shorter sessions, or even more. It all depends on how you feel, and I will work around you. If cost is a concern, you can pre-define what length you want us to stick to in advance of your session.
We can meet face-to-face at your home, or virtually over Zoom. You do not have to live in Jersey - I welcome online sessions with anyone who wants them.
Part of the debrief process can include discussing options for your next pregnancy and birth, if you would like to talk about it. However, you may want to dedicate the whole debrief session to only reflecting on your prior experience, and then have a separate session to discuss the future once you have had time to process. Either option is entirely valid, and I will support you however you prefer to do it.
You do not need to have your hospital notes with you. However, if you would like to bring them with you for us to go over together, that is absolutely fine. If you do not have a copy of your notes and wish to have it, please see my page on Hospital Services for information on how to request these from the hospital.
All sessions with Birth Reflections are charged at £40/hr, rounded down to the nearest 15 minutes. So for example, a 1hr 40 minute session would be rounded down to the price of 1hr 30 minutes, and be £60.
Email me or use the contact form below to get started booking your session.