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When did you realize you were really in labor?
When I had the bloody show and contractions went from 7-10 min apart to 2 min apart.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
The car ride to the birthing center was pretty rough and waiting to get into the birthing tub.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
My husband and I went to a 5 week natural birthing course which helped us so much. Also, practicing relaxation techniques.
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What surprised you about your birth?
How fast the labor was. I expected it to last all day like my first born. Early labor was 4 hours and active labor was less than 2.5 hours.
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You are stronger than you think.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Hot water hitting me in the shower, squatting on the toilet, and then kneeling in the birthing tub. I also had Mama Natural Affirmation Cards to use during labor, but I went so fast, we didn't get to use them. haha. The Affirmation Cards were encouraging while I was pregnant though. Also, practicing relaxation techniques helped.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Kneeling in the birthing tub
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Amazement and also shock as my daughter was born with only around 7 pushes.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
You are stronger than you think. A support person or persons during pregnancy and labor are crucial.
