Trusting her Body Helped Kristi During Her Home Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

2am when my contractions were too uncomfortable to sleep through.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

Pushing the baby's head out
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Trust my body.
What surprised you about your birth?

I was surprised how my body naturally took over because I let it.
Honor yourself and your baby. Every birth is different and there's only so much prep work you can do for birth. Don't over stress it. Relax and let your body do what it is made to do.
What pain relief strategies worked best?

The tub!
What position did you end up delivering in?

Wide squat over a mirror on the floor.
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

Amazing. Like I just climbed the highest mountain and I made it!
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

My advice would be to honor yourself and your baby. Every birth is different and there's only so much prep work you can do for birth. Don't over stress it. Relax and let your body do what it is made to do.

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