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When did you realize you were really in labor?
When the contraction became real and stronger.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Trusting my body to do what it's supposed to do. I couldn't get out of my head and the sound of the potocin machine was making me very upset.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Exercising, meditation, and reading Ina May's book
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What surprised you about your birth?
I didn't feel the ring of fire, just pressure to push.
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Believe in yourself and surround yourself with positive and encouraging people.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
My husband's jokes and the relaxed atmosphere on the room.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
My doula called it the princess pose. I was on my knees facing the back of the bed with my head resting on top of the bed.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
It was amazing. I was holding a Blessing from God and I felt humbled and Blessed to be holding my precious gift.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Believe in yourself and surround yourself with positive and encouraging people.
