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When did you realize you were really in labor?
I started feeling irregular contractions at 4:00 AM on Feb 1st, one day before his due date.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
The hardest part was not knowing how far dilated I was or how much longer the labor would be. I didn’t realize I was in transition. I had to focus and be coached through each contraction.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
The most helpful preparation was to visualize my birth and not focus on all the details.
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What surprised you about your birth?
I was fully effaced and dilated to 9 cm when I got to the hospital. It went quicker than I had expected and laboring at home was doable with good support.
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I loved the Mama Natural birth class! All the information and tips were crucial in my preparation for labor. You need all the tools you can get.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Swaying back and forth and leaning on my husband during each contraction. I focused on breathing and relaxing.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
After the final push I felt my baby slide out and with relief, I said “I can’t believe I did it.” I started crying and when he was placed on my chest I felt more love than I ever have. I had never been so happy.
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What did you name your baby, and why?
He is named Bridger Nicholas. Nicholas after my father in law. Bridger is a historical name. We didn’t decide his name until he was two days old.
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How did the Mama Natural Birth Class help you in your childbirth?
I loved the Mama Natural birth class! All the information and tips were crucial in my preparation for labor. You need all the tools you can get.
