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When did you realize you were really in labor?
After leaving the physical therapist I knew she got things going, not on purpose though.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
I have long labors. My first was 50 hours and this one was 73 hours. It's tiring. To make matters worse I suffer from adrenal burn out, stage 4. But I feel like if I can do it, anyone can.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Hiring a doula and watching birth videos.
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What surprised you about your birth?
How stressful it really was on the whole body.
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We are women, we are strong. We have been doing this since the beginning of time.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Maybe breathing
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What position did you end up delivering in?
On all fours
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
I was in complete awe.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
We are women, we are strong. We have been doing this since the beginning of time. You can do this!
