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When did you realize you were really in labor?
I did NOT believe I was in labor until I got admitted into the hospital.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
I didnt go all natural. I tried but it hurt way to bad with the contractions, so I got an epidural.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
The most helpful thing to prepare myself for childbirth was just making sure the bags were packed so I wasn't stressed about my baby's stuff.
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What surprised you about your birth?
The immediate connection with my son surprised me the most. It was an immediate bond that I didn't think would happen.
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Make sure to give it a try. Even if you want to get an epidural, still give natural a try.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
The epidural and having someones hand to squeeze helped me the most with the pain.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
I was on my back on a hospital bed with my legs being pushed as far back as possible.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Beautiful. The connection was amazing.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Make sure to give it a try. Even if you want to get an epidural, still give natural a try.
