-
When did you realize you were really in labor?
I woke up at 4:30 am with cramping feeling. I wasn't sure if they were contraction or not. After talking to my midwife I ate a good breakfast and went for a walk. Later that morning I went to see my midwife and she told me that my water had broke. At that point to truly knew I was in labor.
-
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Having a natural birth was the most important think to me. I know that my body is capable of giving birth. I wasn't scared of going natural and I was blessed to have a very supportive husband and family.
-
FullSizeRender1
-
What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
I had three things that helped me prepare for my childbirth. First staying active though out my pregnancy making sure that my body was conditioned for giving birth. Second was chiropractic care, making sure my nervous system could properly communicate with my body and make sure that my pelvis was properly aligned allowing baby to be in the correct position. And third was getting the right mind set. Knowing my baby is capable of doing this! I knew it was going to be hard but the end result would be so worth it!
-
What surprised you about your birth?
I was so cold when I was in active labor. Everything I read and everyone I talked to told me about how hot I would be. But it was the complete opposite for me. I was so cold! I was wrapped in a blanket fresh from the dryer!!
-
Words can not even explain the feeling. I was so proud of my body and its ability to create and birth my amazing son.
-
What pain relief strategies worked best?
Breathing though contractions.
-
What position did you end up delivering in?
Sitting on a birth stool
-
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Words can not even explain the feeling. I was so proud of my body and its ability to create and birth my amazing son.
-
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
You can do it!! Surround yourself with people who are supportive. Block out the negativity and believe in yourself!!
