Being Positive Helped Shyama During Her C-Section Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

I was waiting for the D day; however was impatient for the due date to come, there were still 15 days to see my lil bundle of joy. As a result of my excitement, my lil one was impatient as well and it was 15 days prior to my due date that I felt the pain and rushed to hospital

What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

The most challenging thing was to wait to get my trophy in my hands. Pain was another challenging thing. Even if the pain is intolerable but it's worth.

What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Been positive. Just thought of my mother, if she could give birth to us so do other mothers, even I can overcome all obstacles and give birth to my baby

What surprised you about your birth?

I was all prepared for normal delivery with pain of approx 7hrs when doctors checked and realized that baby has passed meconium so they did c-section in just 30 minutes. Throughout My pregnancy I was feeling to have a baby GIRL infact did some shopping for her out of curiosity, however, was surprised when doctor said it's a BOY

It's very important to stay happy, healthy and positive. You just need to have high protein food, stay hydrated. Walking is another good option. Above all, your baby will turn the same as you were in these 9 months. So enjoy this period.

What pain relief strategies worked best?

Medicines hardly work at this time, it's presence of your dear ones and prayer worked for me

What position did you end up delivering in?

C section in operation room

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

Thanks to Almighty who has made a woman complete, being a mother and holding a baby that you created make you feel proud. That feeling is unexplainable

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

It's very important to stay happy, healthy and positive. You just need to have high protein food, stay hydrated. Walking is another good option. Above all, your baby will turn the same as you were in these 9 months. So enjoy this period.