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Hi, for anyone who hasn?t joined the WhatsApp group, there will be a meet-up at The Actress on Fri 17th May from 7.30pm. There is a table booked under the name of Stacey. Look forward to seeing some of you there!

Trying for an home birth and debating whether to buy/hire a birthing pool or not. Ive heard many stories of there not really being enough time in established labour to make use of the pool (I?m a second time mum) so I don?t really want to fork out ?100+ on something I may not even use. On the other hand I?ve heard it can be really relaxing? Has anyone got any pearls of wisdom to share? Thanks!

PM me numbers to get added to the WhatsApp group 😊 Stacey

Happy to set up a WhatsApp group if you want to just pm me your numbers! Stacey

Great, thanks! Expecting number two in June if any other mums fancy pram walks and coffee hunts 🙃 Stacey

Had my baby at Kings last April. Exceptional midwife during delivery, however the doctor was quite pushy to intervene and induce me which I just knew wasn?t right. I stood my ground and my midwife had my back the whole time (even delaying the doctor to come down and use forceps at the pushing stage because she knew I just needed a little more time). I ended up having a very calm, natural birth that encourage a quick recovery. Overall I think the care is great but due to the nature of the types of complicated deliveries they get, there is a little too much emphasise on medical intervention at times when it?s not always necessary. If you can remain strong and confident in your choices, you will have great care. Post natal Ward isn?t the best - very hot, no chance of sleeping. But the on call lactation consultants are very helpful and will come to your aid at any time.

My daughter is loving it here. Things must have changed as you don?t have to provide meals now. The staff are incredibly attentive and friendly. Yes it?s a bit ?rustic? but I?d rather my daughter get the attention she is getting here than be overlooked in a bigger fancier nursery. I think it?s all personal preference. Take a tour and go with your gut.

I?ve been offered a space for my 9 month old and wondered if any parents who are currently attending have any feedback on the place? Thanks

How is next Wed or Thurs for everyone? The great exhibition or the actress are lovely pubs.

Oh yes Thurs or next week is much better for me too! Looking forward to meeting you all whenever it may be! Stacey

Hi, and another newbie! 33yrs old, living with fella, no kids theatre producer. Would love to join your group.

Hi all, I am part of the production company for a wonderful new piece of writing that hopes to be staged at the Courtyard theatre later this year. We have a budget to reach for this production and I wanted to ask all you lovely people of ED if you would like to donate anything you can to help us reach our budget we would be incredibly grateful. Any businesses that wish to sponsor our productions would receive free advertising within the theatre programme. We are hoping to create a real buzz with this show and want to make it a success for all involved. If you wish to donate, please visit our fundraising page on: http://www.indiegogo.com/Spoiled Or alternatively you can contact me to discuss sponsorship or a donation on: [email protected] Thank you for your support Stacey Marianne Permaul From the Soul Productions