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When did you realize you were really in labor?
When I had my bloody show at 440 am and then contractions after that.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
It wasn't very challenging at all. I had my partner by my side and he was great in doing everything I wanted. The pain was bearable. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Watching dvds, exercising, eating healthy, and reading tons of books.
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What surprised you about your birth?
That my labor was so long for a second child!!
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I had my partner by my side and he was great in doing everything I wanted. The pain was bearable. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
I didn't use any pain relief, even after giving birth.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Laying down was most comfortable on my side.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
It was amazing.
