Birth Stories

Hiring a Doula Helped Madeline During Her Hospital Birth

  • When did you realize you were really in labor?

    My contractions were 2 minutes apart and a warm bath didn't slow them down.

  • What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

    Keeping a clear head and staying for focused.

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

    Hired a doula!

  • What surprised you about your birth?

    Pushing was not painful and time seemed to go by quickly.

  • Don't doubt yourself! It's really hard, but the reward is totally worth it.
  • What pain relief strategies worked best?

    Changing positions, keeping my face from getting tense, and counter pressure.

  • What position did you end up delivering in?

    Sitting on a birth stool.

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

    Amazing! As soon as he was in my arms I dodnt feel any pain and I wasn't exhausted anymore.

  • What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

    Don't doubt yourself! It's really hard, but the reward is totally worth it.

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