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When did you realize you were really in labor?
When I walked into the hospital I still didn't realize it when they whisked me to L&D from ER. Wasn't until I was checked.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Having the faith in myself that I could do it.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Having positive presence with me while laboring.
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What surprised you about your birth?
That I did it all natural
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Staying focused, knowing it wouldn't last forever and having support helped.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Looking back and knowing what I know now I was in bed the whole time once I got to the hospital and still managed to do it. Staying focused, knowing it wouldn't last forever and having support.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Half sitting half laying back
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
No words can describe
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Believing you can do it is the most important tool.