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When did you realize you were really in labor?
My water broke at 1:00 am
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
I didn't want to get to the hospital too early for fear of them wanting to start me on drugs.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
I took a Bradley method class and it was very helpful in learning how to relax and have a natural childbirth.
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What surprised you about your birth?
I loved it! At first I was very scared of giving birth but it wasn't as bad as most people say it is! I will do it again naturally!
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I loved it! At first I was very scared of giving birth but it wasn't as bad as most people say it is! I will do it again naturally!
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Laying on my side and fully relaxing, not moving or talking was the most helpful in relieving pain.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
I delivered on my back on a hospital bed.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
I could not believe I had just given birth, that it was all over, and that this baby was mine!!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Take a Bradley method class to help you prepare.
