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When did you realize you were really in labor?
At 10 pm on Sunday, contractions were 2-4 minutes apart, back labor. It started a little after my husband went to work.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
Back labor, it felt like someone was tearing my lower back and pelvis with every contraction.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Walking 3-4 miles a day.
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What surprised you about your birth?
I had to have an episiotomy and stitches.
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Exercise, as much as you can ( with your caregivers approval,) and drink cranberry juice everyday, ( it helps keep urinary tract healthy)!
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Midwife held my back with each contraction, and breathing into my belly.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
On my back.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Wonderful relief, that she was here and perfect.
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Exercise, as much as you can ( with your caregivers approval,) and drink cranberry juice everyday, ( it helps keep urinary tract healthy)!
