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When did you realize you were really in labor?
My water broke in a hollywood-worthy gush in my kitchen.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Tiredness, around r 12 of labor I became very tired.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Mentally remind myself daily of why I wanted to go natural and envisioning my labor regularly.
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What surprised you about your birth?
How incredible it felt to push and breathe through contractions. My favorite position was standing and swaying my hips which made the contractions more tolerable.
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Knowing that other women were on this journey made me feel empowered against opposition.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Water, water, water! Warm water spraying from he shower head on my back felt heavenly.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
I delivered on a birthing stool.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
AMAZING. We were filled with awe and gratitude to our Lord for this blessing. Most alive I have ever
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How did the Mama Natural Birth Class help you in your childbirth?
We watched the videos and learned quite a bit, but the online community came to my rescue with all the questions and doubts we had. Knowing that other women were on this journey made me feel empowered against opposition.
