Sage
How did you find out you were pregnant? Do you have a story to tell?
I had had a feeling I was pregnant for a few days, but was still surprised when the double line appeared on the pregnancy test.
I made a box up of my husbands favourite sweets, and placed a baby singlet with in there with the line: “if I’m going to get fat, so are you!” Written on it. I left it on the kitchen bench and hid a camera so I could record him opening it!! He was very excited!
How did you announce your pregnancy?
We privately told our closest family and friends in person. We gave my parents a book with “Baby Smith” due Feb 2019 written in the front. It took them awhile to figure it out!!
Did you have any weird cravings or experiences during your pregnancy?
I craved oranges and strawberries in the first half of my pregnancy!!
How did you find out the baby’s gender, before the birth or was it a surprise?
We found after our 20 week scan! We had the sex given to us in an envelope, and we opened it privately when we got home. We kept it a secret the whole pregnancy…
How did you pick out your baby’s name? Is there a special meaning behind the name?
We wanted something not so common, but not too wacky! We were tossing up between Olive or Sage.
Sage means wisdom
What hospital/birthing centre did you use? What was was your experience like?
Sage was born at the Womens and Childrens through the Midwifery Group Practice. We loved our midwife Melissa; it was wonderful having a dedicated midwife follow me through my entire pregnancy and postpartum!! She was incredible!! She ensured I was well looked after, and stood up for me when things didn’t go to plan. We were laughing during the final stages of labour… it was amazing!
Do you have a story from the birth you would like to share?
My father in law walked in during my labour after being told by the front desk midwives the baby had already been born!!! Thank goodness I was all covered up!! Could have been Very awkward indeed!
What is the one thing you will never forget about the birth of your baby?
The extreme pain, but how excited and terrified I felt when she finally arrived! She was much smaller than I’d expected.
Do you have any favourite baby shops or baby products?
Baby Junction is an amazing baby shop, and they sell my favourite baby brand Snuggle Hunny! Frenchy and Wilson is another brand I love. They have the most beautiful prints!
Do you have any hints or tips for new mums and dads?
Take any help that is offered! Don’t fret over the chaos and mess in the first few weeks, it will settle soon enough. It’s hard and emotional, but it’s worth it!
Only follow the advice you want to!!
Do you have any keepsakes or heirlooms for the baby?
We kept the tags from around her feet from hospital, as well as her cot card. We have a few teddies and blankets that have been handed down a few generations! I am also writing a baby book for her.
What was the most memorable part of your newborn session?
All the poop and wee!! It was hilarious! Oh, and how adorable Sage looked.
Why did you decide to have newborn photos taken?
To remind us always of how Sage was at that special time.
Why did you choose Megan Macdonald Photography to capture your memories?
We loved her style!! Her photography is just beautiful! She was easy to contact, and responded quickly!
Did you enjoy your experience and would you recommend Megan Macdonald Photography in the future?
Megan was very kind and lovely to work with, but also highly professional. I felt as though Sage was in safe hands from the beginning!! Highly recommended.
