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When did you realize you were really in labor?
5am the morning after Thanksgiving, my water broke.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
The last contraction right before I started to push was so intense I thought about asking for pain meds but I couldn't even speak due to the level of pain. Luckily i didn't have time to change my mind and request meds because it was time to push!
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Hire a doula, take evening primrose oil (orally), eat 6 dates a day starting at 36 weeks and stay calm and relaxed with an awesome birth playlist and essential oils day of the birth.
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What surprised you about your birth?
How quick it was! My labor was 8 hours, start to finish, and I only pushed for 5 minutes! I felt like a million bucks right after!
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Do it, it is worth it! The recovery alone is reason enough. You will feel like a superhero and the benefits to you and your baby are so worth it!
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Sitting on the yoga ball, and instead of regular breathing my doula had me drop my jaw and say "hoooo" in the deepest voice I could during each contraction.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Sitting up
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Relief, disbelief, accomplished, proud, and more love than can be described!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Do it, it is worth it! The recovery alone is reason enough. You will feel like a superhero and the benefits to you and your baby are so worth it!
