-
When did you realize you were really in labor?
1am when the tightening of uterus started being more like waves, not one long tightening like before
-
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
I live in Key West Florida, and we don't have midwifes that assist home births. Not even in Florida Keys. The closest midwife is in Miami area, but they won't drive that far, 160 miles. But my midwife from my first pregnancy, agreed to do it. My first child was born by surprise, during our prenatal visit in her office in South a miami, at her house, so we are like family now :)
But there was always a risk of her not making it down here to Key West on time for the second baby..
-
image4
-
What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Your classes :) also Pilattes, nutrition, lots of dates, chiropractic adjustments
-
What surprised you about your birth?
How women's body is amazing, and if we are fearless and Intune with our body, magic happens
-
I caught him myself, so the feeling was truly overwhelming an amazing
-
What pain relief strategies worked best?
Frankincense essential oil rubbed on the belly during contractions and breathing Prana breath (thanks to my amazing doula Anasuya Yogini)
-
What position did you end up delivering in?
Laboring on the ball and delivering On my knees
-
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
I caught him myself, so the feeling was truly overwhelming an amazing
-
How did the Mama Natural Birth Class help you in your childbirth?
A lot!! I can't say enough good things about those classes. They are empowering and educating . All mamas should watch them :)
