Exercising, Taking Good Quality Supplements and Taking a Birthing Class Helped Sarah During Her Birth Center Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

Around 5:30 pm. We had a false alarm early that morning but the contractions were much stronger and consistent when they returned around 5:30.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

The contractions can be painful but each one is worth it.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Exercise, take good quality supplements, take a birthing class (even for my third birth), prepare mentally.
What surprised you about your birth?

How quickly he came.
Take a class, use a midwife or doula, and prepare mentally as best you can.
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Being mentally prepared, laboring/birthing in water, essential oils (Valor and Peace and Calming), massage
What position did you end up delivering in?

On all fours in a birthing tub
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

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

Take a class, use a midwife or doula, and prepare mentally as best you can.

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