tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post5660370517106195467..comments2024-02-16T04:05:43.414-05:00Comments on Charming the Birds from the Trees: Our Birth Story...MamaBirdEmmahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08953172914077823820noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-18729505831570723852010-07-05T12:04:50.914-04:002010-07-05T12:04:50.914-04:00You are brave...I don't know why some doctors ...You are brave...I don't know why some doctors insist on women lying down while in birth. That's what I was told to do with my first birth and after my second, squatting, I can't imagine why anyone would want to lie down. God Bless. <br />Our Birth Story: http://theclaytonianchronicle.blogspot.com/2008/12/birth-story-kristiana.htmlAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02367907451392729802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-77579520388440102722010-06-21T17:17:42.135-04:002010-06-21T17:17:42.135-04:00Wow, Emma. That was an ordeal, but thank you for ...Wow, Emma. That was an ordeal, but thank you for sharing it. I love to read other people's birth scenarios. I am happy for you and thankful that your tiny one is well.<br /><br />God blessed you with family to help care for your little ones, just in the nick of time. Whew!<br /><br />Have a great day!<br />ElizabethElizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00495298953834229360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-51860471281899451442010-06-21T15:33:54.010-04:002010-06-21T15:33:54.010-04:00Haven't posted my birth story at this point, b...Haven't posted my birth story at this point, but I agree that pushing a baby out on my back would be just evil. I did with the first, but she was small enough and the labor smooth enough (from my perspective...) that it wasn't too bad. But I never did understand what "the urge to push" was because I never felt it in that position. <br /><br />My second was born at home and somebody suggested I get on my hands and knees after I complained about being on my back being so painful. Eureka! I felt the urge to push and felt like I could actually work with the contractions. I was determined to push this way with any subsequent kids.<br /><br />With #3 (at home again), I for some reason (being in pain maybe?) let them talk me into being on my back again, but after a few minutes of excruciating pain, I asked if I could be on my hands and knees again. Suddenly I was able to push with the contractions, forced the bag of waters to break with a push, and pushed out my nearly 10 pound baby boy about 10 minutes later!<br /><br />So, I know what you're talking about with being on your back thing. Ugh! :)The Baumshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01270726706276018689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-23948860093960179622010-06-21T13:03:58.403-04:002010-06-21T13:03:58.403-04:00I love birth stories - and I am saddened about you...I love birth stories - and I am saddened about your pushing story, I like your idea of talking to the doctor.Mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02645484704486562810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-32845604928104559442010-06-21T09:45:27.697-04:002010-06-21T09:45:27.697-04:00Thank you for sharing your story. I think you sho...Thank you for sharing your story. I think you should definitely speak to your doctor if you are in this situation again. I hope that the baby is having a good day today. You are in our prayers.Michelle M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17971436981332903683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-76093336090746862202010-06-20T22:36:53.249-04:002010-06-20T22:36:53.249-04:00I loved reading this, thank you for sharing. I am ...I loved reading this, thank you for sharing. I am very interested in birth and love reading other mama's stories...<br /><br />I don't have my birth stories posted publicly, but I have to say that my third labor and birth was also the hardest for me. I don't know why, exactly. All three of mine were born at home. My first came very quickly and unexpectedly three weeks early, and only my husband was there to deliver him! The paramedics came later. My other two were birthed with a midwife attending. The only way I survive labor without pain medication is by being able to move about... I cannot imagine being in a bed, truly.Elizabeth J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/08146827610224637906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-7850912578398114012010-06-20T21:19:30.868-04:002010-06-20T21:19:30.868-04:00Thank you for sharing your birth story! I can'...Thank you for sharing your birth story! I can't imagine having a baby so much earlier than expected - I was so sure I would go two weeks late like my mom that I was surprised to give birth at 39 weeks and 4 days!<br /><br />Here is the link to the final installment of my epic birth story. It has links to the earlier installments. <br />http://jungwirths.com/2009/10/birth-story-part-iii/Ariellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07387915625669864067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-59395982476424032242010-06-20T19:55:25.880-04:002010-06-20T19:55:25.880-04:00thank you for sharing! i have also learned that ev...thank you for sharing! i have also learned that every birth is different!<br /> with my first, i was induced, and then resulted in a very traumatic c-section-as in, the epidural WORE OFF mid-procedure. talk about pain, tears, screaming, and being knocked out!<br /><br />my second child was thankfully an easy, un-traumatic as possible vbac for which I am forever grateful! hopefully all future babies will follow suit!Nurturing Faith and Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14955012603145118489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-18933642551822598012010-06-20T16:47:44.242-04:002010-06-20T16:47:44.242-04:00I am so glad this little one was born safely; but ...I am so glad this little one was born safely; but I agree with your preception of the wanting a bit more flexabilty and that a woman knows what is best when giving birth... I have heard a lot of good things about midwives etc...<br /><br />meanwhile we will keep praying for your littest one! sending love to you!elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00962587884124992942noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-16819948430640864962010-06-20T16:43:53.294-04:002010-06-20T16:43:53.294-04:00Having a midwife does make a huge difference. The...Having a midwife does make a huge difference. They have supervising doctors for cases like yours, but the midwife is still there to coach you through the delivery and to make sure things are as close as possible to the way you would like. My godmother (a nurse) once told me, "Doctors treat diseases. Nurses treat people." And I've found this to be true -- for doctors, even birth is a medical challenge. For nurse midwives, it is a normal, joyous part of life.Mariahttp://flowersoffield.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-54467433600614202842010-06-20T16:06:05.193-04:002010-06-20T16:06:05.193-04:00Just checked in as I was wondering how you were do...Just checked in as I was wondering how you were doing, and what a surprise to read that your little chap had arrived!<br /><br />Hope you all continue to do well and big congratulations from the UK<br />God Bless San xxWoolly Wandererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15853726217252062976noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-32070671508255164052010-06-20T14:18:16.967-04:002010-06-20T14:18:16.967-04:00Emily, maybe you should consider going with the mi...Emily, maybe you should consider going with the midwives. There is a practice not too far from you, probably the same distance as if you were driving to the hospital down here. I'm pretty sure they have a free standing birth center but, of course, would deliver you in the hospital they contract with. Midwives are so much more in tune to the birth process!<br /><br />This is Cecil's story<br />http://maria-zanti.blogspot.com/2010/05/birth-stories.html<br />I'm pretty sure you've read it already.Mariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03987830654609893148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-17264028665483070832010-06-20T12:52:11.607-04:002010-06-20T12:52:11.607-04:00I think that even with an early baby there should ...I think that even with an early baby there should be some flexibility for mom. Forcing you to deliver on your back is just wrong! You can still have monitoring while laboring/delivering in more traditional positions.<br /><br />However, I am glad he's here and doing so well! Won't be long before he's home safe and sound! (You need a blog nickname for this little guy.)Courtneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06397886444398204729noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-38941329951606177922010-06-20T07:22:40.357-04:002010-06-20T07:22:40.357-04:00I'm sorry it wasn't so pleasant and rather...I'm sorry it wasn't so pleasant and rather scary for you. It was scary for me when my son was born at 35 weeks. I can't imagine at 31 weeks!!<br /><br />My nurse was able to monitor contractions while I was sitting up on the side of the hospital bed. They did lay me down in a reclined position to give birth, but oddly enough, this has always worked for me! <br /><br />It is worth talking to your doctor. I mean, if the baby is coming anyway, why can't you labor and deliver the way you want? I know with preemies, it is more rigid. <br /><br />I hope you can bring your little baby boy home soon!ladyscotthttp://www.hillsidecottage.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-48115144440699830712010-06-20T05:41:09.548-04:002010-06-20T05:41:09.548-04:00Mat. Emily I am so sorry that was so difficult for...Mat. Emily I am so sorry that was so difficult for you. My sister recently delivered an early preemie and it was a different experience. Comparing, it sounds like her doctor was a bit more flexible. It helped her to feel more in control, part of the process, and generally calmer overall. You may want to talk to your doctor about your precptions, her choices this time, and any desires you have for next time. <br />Honestly you may then have to consider looking for someone else for next time, if/when you are so blessed. You dont want to spend the entire pregnancy dreading delivery more than necessary.<br />Your husband and children are blessed to have such a strong mama. Rest, heal, and love your babies.<br /><br />Alicia in New ZealandAliciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08552619079464877619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-65754590458928621992010-06-19T23:23:00.684-04:002010-06-19T23:23:00.684-04:00Wow! Well, at least you were not in the lobby, I ...Wow! Well, at least you were not in the lobby, I guess :D <br />It's incredible how different each labor is with each child, isn't it? <br />Labor is not easy... way to go, Matushka! I'm so glad you were in good hands and that everyone was there to take care of your sweet baby a.s.a.p.Xenia Kathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08880128865699100105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-63162545179595034822010-06-19T22:43:52.783-04:002010-06-19T22:43:52.783-04:00What an adventure...having babies always is!
Prayi...What an adventure...having babies always is!<br />Praying that your newest little man grows quickly on that hard earned milk so he can come home and that you get plenty of rest before then.MA Fhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18156855913030661957noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-41393783853164774742010-06-19T22:23:12.568-04:002010-06-19T22:23:12.568-04:00Thank you for the update. I visit your site from t...Thank you for the update. I visit your site from time to time. My 6th baby was born at 32 weeks and spent 6 weeks in the hospital. It is difficult but the Lord gives strength. I pray that your little guy gains weight and strength so you will all be at home soon.Cynthianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6212550248931823866.post-44133961427858536622010-06-19T21:51:17.458-04:002010-06-19T21:51:17.458-04:00Thank you for sharing, Emily! I know what you mean...Thank you for sharing, Emily! I know what you mean about the monitors and IV. I had that with Sophia, and it was soooo much more difficult to deliver than it was with James.<br /><br />(I also threw up during transition with Sophia. NOT fun. Probably the worst part of the birthing experience, IMO.)<br /><br />I think you've already read James' birth story, but here it is again: http://applecidermama.blogspot.com/2009/07/james-birth-story.html<br /><br />Wish I had one posted for Sophia. Maybe someday. In any case, I've written it down for her to have some day.<br /><br />Btw...I still cannot believe you've delivered three preemies naturally. That's incredible! So many hospitals would have forced a cesarean on you. What a blessing.<br /><br />You and the baby are continually in our prayers. Blessings! <br /><br />BethanyBethany Hudsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12002485534563054176noreply@blogger.com