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When did you realize you were really in labor?
Not until my water broke and the contractions got very intense did I truly believe it was happening. I was 2 weeks late so I was kind of in denial lol
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Labor is different for everyone so for me it was that I wasn't getting a break in between my contractions. When you learn about contractions they show you on paper what looks like a hill and then a flat line. I didn't have that flat line.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Becoming as informed as I could. Some people say "oh, just go with the flow" I don't agree with that. If you don't want doctors to take over your birth you need to be prepared and know what you want.
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What surprised you about your birth?
The feeling I got when the baby finally came out. Nothing like I ever expected.
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Some people say "oh, just go with the flow" I don't agree with that. If you don't want doctors to take over your birth you need to be prepared and know what you want.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
The warm water of the shower worked best for me
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Sitting up in a squat
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
I wouldn't even know how to put it into words. It's so amazing and surreal
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
If you want to go natural and have the best birthing experience possible, stay away from hospitals & find a practice with a midwife
