Doing A Lot Of Research And Taking Mama Natural Birth Class Helped Lauren Achieve Natural Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

When my contraction’s got so strong and so close all I could do was moan through them.

What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

Waiting for it to happen! Compared to the scheduled c-section with my twins.

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

I did lots of research! Mama Natural's website, weekly updates and her birth class I watched documentaries, listened to podcasts, took supplements, focused on clean nutrition to really nourish myself and baby and I exercised! ?

What surprised you about your birth?

I was surprised at how quickly it went! Nearly 39 weeks of preparation that lead up to a rather speedy event in comparison!

I had cried every time I saw or heard that part of another mamas birth story! And finally, that moment was mine to experience and cherish!

What pain relief strategies worked best?

Sitting in the warm tub and dumping cup-fulls of water onto my belly while moaning during the contractions and breathing in between.

What position did you end up delivering in?

Surprisingly I ended up laying on my back.

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

I can’t even describe how amazing it felt! My heart had ached to have my baby go from inside my belly to laying on my chest skin to skin. I had cried every time I saw or heard that part of another mamas birth story! And finally that moment was mine to experience and cherish!

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

Find out what you truly desire in a birth and what it takes to have it! Take the mama natural birth class! Don't settle for the discouragement given by any doctor, friend or family member! When you think you can’t, take a deep breath and keep on going- knowing that the end result is going to be more than worth any pain or discomfort now. YOU are stronger than you even know and YOU CAN DO THIS!