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When did you realize you were really in labor?
The day that my water bag broke, I was unsure if my water bag had truly broke. What started off as small leaks turned into gushing fluid from the vagina. After a couple of convincing discharge, I finally went to the hospital.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Focusing on my contractions and breathing through the pain.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Educating myself during childbirth preparation classes, and praying the word of God over myself. Knowing that I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me (Phil4:13).
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What surprised you about your birth?
The fact that I had pushed out a 9lbs 7oz, 22inch baby. As soon as I heard my sons weight, I yelled to my mom across the room "I beat you!" My siblings and I were all in the 8lbs range. I wasn't expecting such a big baby, let alone pushing him out.
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Go for it, if you can! I planned on going natural. But everyone is different, and it doesn't make you any less of woman if you opt for an epidural or have a c-section.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Epidural!!!!!!! It was a totally life saver for me. My contractions were focused on my stomach but later felt an enormous amount of pain around my vagina area after I reached 5cm. Once the epidural was in effect, I was able to rest and 2-3 hours later- I was ready to push.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Semi-sitting after several attempts of semi-lying.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
So surreal. I was overwhelmed with so many emotions! I was happy and excited to finally have met my son. And I felt accomplished and relived that the "hard part" was over.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Go for it, if you can! I planned on going natural. I thought if my mom can do it, so can I. But I learned that everyone is different, and it doesn't make you any less of woman if you opt for an epidural or have a c-section.
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