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Being Prepared Helped Rosanna for Her First Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

After my water broke at home it seemed all I had was cramps but on the way to the hospital l decided the contractions were the real thing!!
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

Being in hard labor
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

I bought a lot of natural tinctures etc to ease the pain etc
I was well prepared with things to make it "easier." I kept a list on my phone of a few essentials to throw in my packed bags so I wouldn't have to "think" but rather just act!
What surprised you about your birth?

It was easier than I imagined!!
Much better and I'd do it again in a heart beat!
Trust your instincts!! It's amazing how your mother instinct kicks in! Don't stress or worry-things will work out!
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Breathing exercises!!
Since my baby was early, I didn't get much studying done so the wonderful nurse taught me right there and it was a life saver.
What position did you end up delivering in?

Laying on my back
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

Unbelievable!!!!!
Breathtaking!
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

Trust your instincts!! It's amazing how your mother instinct kicks in!
Don't stress or worry-things will work out!

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