Using a Chiropractor and Working Out Regularly Helped Laura Beth During Her Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

After five hours of contracting and realizing they weren't going to stop.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

An epidural was my only intervention. my main goal was having a successful VBAC.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Using a chiropractor and continuing to workout regularly
What surprised you about your birth?

That I was able to have a successful vbac after 2 hours of pushing. It was the best experience.
Take classes and read as much as possible, especially about the transition phase.
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Before my water broke, breathing and rocking. After my water broke, an epidural. I wish I could have done it all naturally, but i was so pumped I delivered by vbac.
What position did you end up delivering in?

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

Indescribable.
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

Take classes and read as much as possible, especially about the transition phase.

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