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When did you realize you were really in labor?
7pm- he arrived just before midnight.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
As I had an emergency C-section with my first child, I had never experienced pushing. I found the pushing stage long and tiring.
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Read everything I could on natural childbirth and join Facebook groups of natural and unassisted childbirthers!
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What surprised you about your birth?
The intensity of it. It was also a shorter labour than I had expected. A final surprise was that I never experienced the notorious "ring of fire"!
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Your body is more than capable! It is hard work and all consuming, but it's not what I would call painful. I can't wait to have another natural childbirth!
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Water (the birthing pool).
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What position did you end up delivering in?
On my knees leaning on the side of the pool.
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Absolutely mind-blowing! I couldn't believe he was here!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
Your body is more than capable! It is hard work and all consuming, but it's not what I would call painful. I can't wait to have another natural childbirth!
