Lot of Prayers, Research & Birth Affirmations Helped Melissa During Her Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

My water broke
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

I had to have pitocin unfortunately so the contractions were very strong and very close together.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

A lot of prayers, research & birth affirmations
What surprised you about your birth?

That my water broke a week early! My water has never broke on its own and I'm usually a week late.
Set your mind to it and believe in yourself! Our bodies are amazing. I felt like super woman! Make sure you have a supportive team that will encourage and honor natural birth. "The pain that you've been feeling, can't compare to the JOY that is coming" Romans 8:18
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Husband massaging essential oils on my back.
What position did you end up delivering in?

Squatting in the tub
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

Amazing! There's nothing else in the world that gives that amount of joy!
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

Set your mind to it and believe in yourself! Our bodies are amazing. I felt like super woman! Make sure you have a supportive team that will encourage and honor natural birth.

"The pain that you've been feeling, can't compare to the JOY that is coming" Romans 8:18

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