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When did you realize you were really in labor?
After over a day of inconsistent contractions, I took a medication that my midwife said would make the contractions ease unless it was real labor. Well, an hour after taking the meds, I was still having contractions and they felt more intense and consistent.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Waiting through the hours of contractions before pushing and the back labor
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
We took a Bradley birth class before our first child
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What surprised you about your birth?
It was much more intense than my first birth. I even yelled through several pushes whereas I made no noises the first time.
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Take a Bradley class and establish a good relationship with your OB or midwife. Ask lots of questions and express your fears or concerns.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Leaning forward, relaxing, and breathing through contractions. My midwife also had a thing for my back to ease the pain there. It was like mild shock therapy.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Hunched over my bed on my knees
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Incredible! Relieved!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Take a Bradley class and establish a good relationship with your OB or midwife. Ask lots of questions and express your fears or concerns.
