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When did you realize you were really in labor?
I woke up at 345am and had to go to the restroom. After going back to bed 10 min later i noticed the urge not stopping and getting worse. I had to sit up through a contraction and knew it was time to start timing them.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
I am a planner so for me, not knowing how long it would actually take before she was born is nerve wrecking.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Having the right support system in place for me. I could not have had the amazing birth I did, without the right person(people) there with me.
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What surprised you about your birth?
My baby was born so quickly and born en caul (in her water sac)!
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Prepare yourself mentally for a longer labor and treat it as though you are about to run a marathon. Then, embrace each contraction the best you can and it will be over before you know it
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Bouncing on my birth ball, and icey hot on the site that was most affected during contractions. Also counter pressure applications by my doula.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Squatting in my bathtub
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
I was in shock and awe and totally elated!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Prepare yourself mentally for a longer labor and treat it as though you are about to run a marathon. Then, embrace each contraction the best you can and it will be over before you know it
