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Staying in Shaped Helped Jennifer During Her Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

About 11pm, after a day of feeling yucky. No contractions until 11pm.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

He came so fast, I think I was a little scared and in shock. I could not relax at all.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Stayed in shape!
What surprised you about your birth?

He was 3.5 weeks early, was born 4 hours after my first contraction, and less than an hour after we made it to the hospital!
After having a medicated birth, and 3 natural births, I can honestly say the pain is so worth it! I felt amazing and was able to get up soon after my natural births, my babies were so much more alert and took to breastfeeding faster!
What pain relief strategies worked best?

I didn't have time to try anything. I went from 5cm to delivered in 20 min!
What position did you end up delivering in?

On my back.
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

Amazing♡♡♡
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

After having a medicated birth, and 3 natural births, I can honestly say the pain is so worth it! I felt amazing and was able to get up soon after my natural births, my babies were so much more alert and took to breastfeeding faster!

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