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Staying Hydrated Helped Julia During Her Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

2:30am, my water broke (a trickle, not a gush)
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

The pain was intense but I was determined
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Staying hydrated, reading lots of other Mom's stories, childbirth class, building my support team
What surprised you about your birth?

That I accomplished it, it was tough!!!
It's pretty impressive what your capable of, it will be the hardest thing you ever done but it's worth it and you feel accomplished, empowered. Labor in the water if you can!
What pain relief strategies worked best?

The water!! As well as lower back massage and pulling on things/ people while contacting.
What position did you end up delivering in?

On my back with my legs pulled back
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

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

It's pretty impressive what your capable of, it will be the hardest thing you ever done but it's worth it and you feel accomplished, empowered. Labor in the water if you can!

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