"Giving birth at Altnagelvin"

Can't speak highly enough of the midwives who looked after us and helped me give birth. They were all caring and couldn't do enough for me despite being under pressure and busy. There was 1 midwife who looked after my delivery along with a student midwife, as well as a midwife who seemed to be head or simply years of experience who peaked in every now and again to check on us. They listened to me and never made me feel like I had to do anything I didn't want to. They made the unknown seem not as scary and made me feel fully supported. 

The only negative or criticism I have is birthing partners aren't allowed in until 1pm the next day and it was a long stretch to be on your own as a first time mum. Simple things like lunch being served at 12pm but you're on your own with a brand new baby, it would have been easier if my partner was allowed in from at least 12pm.