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When did you realize you were really in labor?
I started my day feeling like I may be getting my period. It wasn't until about 3pm after I had some reflexology I started to think this could be it, I was getting some uncomfortable squeezes. Different then all the practice my body had been giving for 4-6 weeks.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
The waiting game! Waiting for spontaneous labor. I was so body sore this time around.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Created a mental, emotional, and physical safe place. I regularly practiced hypnobirthing, gathered my gear for the home birth, paid bills, cleared my plate of obligations, and savored my family as if was before our new addition!
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What surprised you about your birth?
How big my baby was! A boy 10.6 22" long!!
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You are made for this work. Yes it hard at times, but it's a small moment in time. Do your research, choose your support team and go for it!
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Hypnobirthing practices kept me centered. I also love Young Living essential oil Valor! I applied it to my Low back.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
On the birthing stool.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Wonderful and exhausting!!!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
You are made for this work. Yes it hard at times, but it's a small moment in time. Do your research, choose your support team and go for it!
