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Having Been Through Birthing 3 Other Times Helped Amanda During Her Hospital Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

When i started hurting really bad when i just got back from the hospital and my youngest child was crying and just not happy.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

The pain
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

I have been through it 3 other times.
What surprised you about your birth?

He weighed more than my other kids almost 8 pounds.
It depends on how much pain you can take, so just do what you want to do.
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Breathing and then wanted pain medication but couldn't get the pain medication.
What position did you end up delivering in?

Sitting
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

So happy and in love.
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

It depends on how much pain you can take, so just do what you want to do.

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