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When did you realize you were really in labor?
I suspected it would be soon as I lost the mucus plug. The next evening my water broke. My labors have a history of being fast so we went straight to the hospital.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
When labor didn't start right away like I expected it lost my nerve. I want a c-section or something anything so I wouldn't have to go through labor. Lol. So the most challenging thing for me was getting my mental state back in line. My 15yr old daughter was a great doula helping visualize baby's decent and lots of encouraging words. And hubby staying at my side giving courage and lots of support.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Reading lots of positive birth stories. Doing spinning babies exercises and drinking red raspberry leaf tea.
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What surprised you about your birth?
Pushing was a lot more difficult than the other babies. But this little guy was a lot bigger :)
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If things don't start right away don't panic. We went for a walk did some side lying releases and before we knew it contractions were regular and strong :)
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
I had lots of pain in my back so counter pressure and hip squeezes helped. Also I moved positions a lot.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
I delivered on my hands and knees. First time I ever did that. It really helped with the pain in my back and hips. He wasn't posterior the whole time he turned at the end and delivered anterior
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Wonderful. We really worked together to move him down and out. Great team work baby!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
If things don't start right away don't panic. We went for a walk did some side lying releases and before we knew it contractions were regular and strong :)
