Birth Stories

Making Affirmation Cards and Reading Birth Stories Helped Devon During Her Home Birth

When did you realize you were really in labor?

On November 11th at 5 pm I had a slight leak from my water starting to break and I new baby would be coming soon.
What was the most challenging thing about going natural?

Going without vaginal checks because I was GBS+.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?

Making affirmation cards and reading birth stories
What surprised you about your birth?

Pushing for only one contraction!
Always remember you can do anything for 60 seconds!
What pain relief strategies worked best?

Counter pressure and rocking durning contractions.
What position did you end up delivering in?

Reclined in a birth pool
How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?

Amazing and a huge since of relief
What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?

Always remember you can do anything for 60 seconds!

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