I have been so intrigued by the idea of birth being a private, intimate, spiritual experience for the family. I am fully convinced there is "magic" in the moment of bringing life into the world. From my own experience, with Nora, I was 19 when I found out I was pregnant. While I had faintly heard of home births, the idea was so foreign and alienated, it never even crossed my mind as a legitimate option. I didn't really feel if I had any other option, than to go through the motions.
While, i didn't have some horrible experience at the hospital, praise Jesus, I felt very numb throughout the whole time I was there. I opted for the epidural, as I felt was a part of the "normal" process. Looking back, I didn't really feel much at all. In fact, all I remember thinking after I gave birth, is that I wanted to go home, and be with Nora and Logan as a family, together, privately.
I am in no way suggesting, that hospital births are bad, or not as good as home births(I don't have the experience/education to judge). I am however very excited that I have had some enlightenment regarding the subject. Here is one of the many very interesting videos I have come across.
what are your thoughts?
I hate hospitals so much!
ReplyDeleteI'm really afraid of doctors and hospitals.
I can definitely relate to that!
DeleteI had my first in hospital, planned it that way. The experience was so saddening. I than had my next 2 at home after the first was c-section. Birthing at home is so very magical words cannot explain. Read the book "Gentle Birth Choices". Lots of empowering information in there.
ReplyDeletei will definetly do that! thank you for the recommendation!
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