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When did you realize you were really in labor?
My contractions started coming and I had my bloody show
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
The pushing. It was really hard to do and he got stuck at the shoulders so my doc had to do an episiotomy
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Read the book Ina May's guide to childbirth
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What surprised you about your birth?
How certain pressure points applied to my body helped to lessen the contractions pain
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It's mind over matter. You can do it! And once you decide, stick with your decision. If you can have a doula, do so! They know what they are doing and can help in many ways to get you through the pain. In the end, the pain is worth every minute when you finally get to meet your sweet little baby ?
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
I had a doula and her and my husband used pressure in certain areas to make the pain less during contractions. Also the warm bath helped tremendously
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What position did you end up delivering in?
In a delivery bed laying on my back legs in the air
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
It was the most amazing feeling ever!! I felt complete and accomplished knowing I made him
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
It's mind over matter. You can do it! And once you decide, stick with your decision. If you can have a doula, do so! They know what they are doing and can help in many ways to get you through the pain. In the end, the pain is worth every minute when you finally get to meet your sweet little baby ?
