Prophylaxis and Drinking Red Raspberry Leaf Tea Helped Ylva During Her Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

I woke up around 2 am with strong, regular contractions. I had had irregular contractions for about 24 hours, and the day before, I got some blood on the toilet paper - along with the mucus plug.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

Accepting the fact that there was no time for pain relief. The day before labor, when my contractions got more and more painful, I told hubby I'd NEVER be able to give birth without pain relief ?
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

I guess prophylaxis and drinking red raspberry leaf tea .
What surprised you about your birth?

How strong the female body is!
Trust your body and enjoy the experience ❤
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Breathing through the contractions. I wanted epidural, but there was no time.
What position did you end up delivering in?

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

It was wonderful, after so much pain - both during pregnancy and delivery. I cried from happiness.
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

Trust your body and enjoy the experience ❤

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