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When did you realize you were really in labor?
After my water broke at home it seemed all I had was cramps but on the way to the hospital l decided the contractions were the real thing!!
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Being in hard labor
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
I bought a lot of natural tinctures etc to ease the pain etc
I was well prepared with things to make it "easier." I kept a list on my phone of a few essentials to throw in my packed bags so I wouldn't have to "think" but rather just act!
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What surprised you about your birth?
It was easier than I imagined!!
Much better and I'd do it again in a heart beat!
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Trust your instincts!! It's amazing how your mother instinct kicks in!
Don't stress or worry-things will work out!
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Breathing exercises!!
Since my baby was early, I didn't get much studying done so the wonderful nurse taught me right there and it was a life saver.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Laying on my back
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Unbelievable!!!!!
Breathtaking!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Trust your instincts!! It's amazing how your mother instinct kicks in!
Don't stress or worry-things will work out!
