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When did you realize you were really in labor?
2:00pm, when a contraction came I would stop what I was doing until it was done.
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What was the most challenging thing about going natural?
I felt an extreme urge to push, but I wasn't quite fully dilated yet. I spent 20 minutes trying NOT to push with each contraction!
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What was the most helpful thing you did to prepare for childbirth?
Hired a doula. I can't imagine preparing and going through delivery without her!
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What surprised you about your birth?
I had no idea that it could involve puking!
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It's such an empowering feeling, you can do it! However, be flexible with your birth plan if things don't go exactly as you'd like. Ask questions and try alternative solutions if complications arise.
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What pain relief strategies worked best?
Focusing on relaxing my muscles and embracing each contraction.
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What position did you end up delivering in?
Hands and knees
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How did it feel to hold your baby for the first time?
Words really can't describe it!
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What advice can you give to other mamas who want to go natural?
It's such an empowering feeling, you can do it! However, be flexible with your birth plan if things don't go exactly as you'd like. Ask questions and try alternative solutions if complications arise.
