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When did you realize you were really in labor?
It was around 11pm October 22. Sleep was out of the question and I just wanted to be in a warm bath.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Giving that I was giving birth at a hospital, I was mostly afraid of my wishes not being carried out and being coerced into something I didn't want.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
A few days before, I had taken a long hot bath and meditated on my wishes for labor and delivery and pictured my healthy baby girl sleeping safely in my arms.
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What surprised you about your birth?
I was surprised at how fast it went after I reached 6cm. In general it felt like time was flying because I was in such a trance. Not having any clocks around was a huge help also.
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You can do it! Endure the pain, know every contraction is a step closer to meeting your baby. You will feel like such a badass when it's over and love and appreciate yourself and your body more than ever.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
I labored in a warm bath the whole time and just swayed my hips under the water.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
I started pushing on all fours, and then about halfway through turned onto my side.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Surreal. I almost couldn't believe it, but there she was. Healthy and beautiful.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
You can do it! Endure the pain, know every contraction is a step closer to meeting your baby. You will feel like such a badass when it's over and love and appreciate yourself and your body more than ever.
