Creating a Play list and Scripture Cards to Read While in Labor Helped Kelly During Her Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

About 8:30 the night before she was born.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

I had a 53 hour labor with our first because I stalled twice. Knowing that could (and did) happen again was a struggle.
What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Creating a play list and scripture cards to read while in labor.
What surprised you about your birth?

Everything. Everyone says your second can go faster and be easier. While it technically was faster it still lasted 18 hours and I still stalled for over five hours.
Breathe and don't hold yourself to anything other than bringing your child into the world safely
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Moving and staying hydrated.
What position did you end up delivering in?

In a hospital bed.
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

Miraculous
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

Breathe and don't hold yourself to anything other than bringing your child into the world safely

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