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When did you realize you were really in labor?
I realized I was in labor around 7am as I was making breakfast.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
The most challenging thing about going natural this time around was my babies position. Baby was OP (sunny side up).
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
The most helpful thing I did to prepare for childbirth was hire a doula and practice childbirth hypnosis using hypnobabies.
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What surprised you about your birth?
He thing that surprised me about this birth was how long I had to push. With my first two, I pushed for 5 minutes at most. This time around I pushed for about a half an hour.
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If you want to go natural, plan for it by hiring a doula and choosing a birthing class that fits your style.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
The pin relief strategy that worked best was using my peace cue.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
I ended up delivering my baby while on my left side.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
It felt unbelievable to hold my baby for the first time.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
If you want to go natural, plan for it by hiring a doula and choosing a birthing class that fits your style.