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Caption: Christmas can be a hard time for many.
Be kind to yourself. #MatExpAdvent-ures. Day 11
Caption: I really don't know how to do justice to this fabulous story by Emma Jane Sasaru who tweets as @ESasaruNHS.
I have been thrilled that #MatExp has provided an extra platform for people who were already fabulous campaigners around improving maternity care.
Caption: I have been even more thrilled that it has somehow empowered people like Emma, who had incredibly important birth stories but felt unable to speak out, to find their voice.
I have watched Emma's progress as she has grown in confidence, now speaking out powerfully at national maternity events. Emma is truly an inspirational lady.,,
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Caption: Here is Emma's Christmas message to anyone suffering from birth trauma.
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Caption: When many think of Christmas they think of a special birth, but for some Christmas can be difficult after a traumatic birth.
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Caption: The holiday season can be hard with so much to do. So here's a few things we want to say to you.
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Caption: Always remember...
You may feel small but you are stronger than you think.
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Caption: You are not alone
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Caption: Remember to be gentle with yourself and let others help too.
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Caption: Do only what you feel you can manage,
Remember what matters to you.
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Caption: When the dark skies are here, and you feel no xmas cheer, the stars shine bright and that includes you,
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Caption: You bring love, and peace and joy to the world.
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Caption: #MatExp is so important,
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Caption: Sharing the message of kind and compassionate care
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Caption: Because every birth is important, whether in a home, hospital or a stable.
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Caption: Because there is nothing more precious than a mother and her baby at this time of the year