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When did you realize you were really in labor?
Once I got in the bathtub and i was able to time my contractions.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Getting past the ring of fire and still being able to push.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Bradley Method Classes to prepare hubby and I.
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What surprised you about your birth?
The intensity of contractions and that I would feel the need to scream, grunt, and cuss. You enter a completely different state and even without medical intervention at all, my fiancé told me I looked drugged up towards the end. Pretty neat how our bodies take care of us to be able to birth our little ones.
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Do it! Our bodies are made for this and although the unknown can be scary, you will feel more empowered and so thankful you did in the long run. We recovered so quickly and have such an alert baby since we didn't use any pain meds.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Breathing and holding onto my fiancé. He was my rock through me entire labor.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
On my knees holding onto the back of the hospital bed.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Breathtaking and an indescribable love you instantly feel.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Do it! Our bodies are made for this and although the unknown can be scary, you will feel more empowered and so thankful you did in the long run. We recovered so quickly and have such an alert baby since we didn't use any pain meds.
