Beautiful story, thank you so much for sharing I wrote a big post this morning but my computer ate it, so I'll give it another shot!
I could definitely relate to lots of aspects of your birth story... it was beautifully written. I'm so sorry you didn't get the homebirth you'd worked so hard for, but I'm also really proud of you for being able to be at peace with the decision to transfer, and glad that your doula and midwife were able to make your hospital birth as close to a home experience as possible They're not such bad places to birth, provided you have the right support team to help you out! I had laughter and tears reading your recount of Isla's entry into this big, wide world - I knew you'd do a fantastic job and it sounds like you and DH worked like a true team - you guys are just so meant to be I think crises of confidence are totally normal during labour, I'm so glad that you were able to overcome yours and find your focus again - it's a tough gig! Birthing is such an animal, instinctual process, it's good to let that side just take over and not analyse it all too much
There were lots of parts that I could definitely identify with when I recall Hayley's birth - oh, that wonderful, freeing gush at the end!! Best. Feeling. EVERRRR! I am so stoked that Isla's arrival was such a lovely experience for you despite the transfer You did great!
Oh, and sorry for raining on your parade that night when you texted me hahahaha, I should have known you knew what you were talking about but I went so overdue with Squirt that I just didn't want to get your hopes up in case it was a false alarm! I was soooo happy to wake up the next morning to your text message to tell me I'd been wrong Thanks again so much for sharing your story, it was wonderful to read! xx
Absolutely wonderful - I'm so proud of you! That's the labour I wish I had had - glad to see you're a stronger lady than me I'm so sorry you didn't get your home birth, but happy you're okay with the decision to transfer
When I got that SMS saying I could cut my string off, I actually got up and started pacing around the house like a nervous 50's husband in a labour ward And coincidentally, I would've been blowing out the candles I had burning for you about the time Isla was born! Milly's chuffed to have a new friend she's never met, too
ETA: Oh, and pushing? Yep, I could do that over and over again - it makes the contractions worth it, doesn't it?
PZ that birth might not have been exactly how you imagined it but it was still so damn special. Well done to you and your DH and welcome to your little princess Isla-Mae
Wow. What a beautiful birth story! After reading how you brought Isla into the world, I cannot wait to do it all again I know exactly what you mean in regards to the crisis of confidence, you did an awesome job!
what a beautiful way to bring your first bub into the world!! Congratulations to you all and so happy that you had such an empowered experience!! Remember, homebirth is a philosophy, not just a birth place You should be proud of yourself!!!
What a beautifully written birth story, I almost felt like I was there (hope that doesn't sound weird) !! Well beautiful lady what an empowering story xoxox
I was hanging out for your birth story...you did an amazing job!!!!..its hard to come back from the brink when fear starts to take control, but you did it and turnd it completely around...as far a birthing the placenta yuck!!!it is not like birthing a baby and you kind of forget that has to happen and it does seem kind of painful uncomfortable..at least it doesnt take long and you will be better preparedfor it next time..
Congrats and enjoy your beautiful baby girl..xxx
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That's the labour I wish I had had - glad to see you're a stronger lady than me
And coincidentally, I would've been blowing out the candles I had burning for you about the time Isla was born! Milly's chuffed to have a new friend she's never met, too
Beautifully written, congratulations again!
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