Ris Overcame Fear During Her Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

When my water broke, while I was asleep at 4am.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

Fear, of the unknown. As this was my first child, I do not know what to expect after hearing mixed feedback on natural birth. Some say it's easy and pain is bearable while others
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Attending antenatal classes and watching your channel!
What surprised you about your birth?

Quite about nothing!
Be fearless, you are stronger than you think.
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Epidural worked for me, minus the nausea.
What position did you end up delivering in?

Standard hospital bed, on my back with my knees up.
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

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

Be fearless, you are stronger than you think.

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