Sent in by Jillian. She says, “This was the birth of my son, Avery Reed. He is my rainbow baby. I had attempted a VBAC but decided to get a repeat c-section after a bad reaction to an epidural that left me weak and feeling pretty sick. It was a difficult delivery, and a long hospital stay after, but it…
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How to Have a Successful Lazy Day {with kids}
I was up all night last night with a sick little guy who was also having growing pains. Fun times. At least I know he’ll always remember how mommy was there for him. He has been grateful today doing extra chores. So I started my day with caffeine. Lots. Then I decided I needed to successfully have a lazy day.…
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Every Baby is Born {About Loss and What To Say and Do for a Loss Mom}
This is a guest blog post from Heidi with Stillbirthday. I can’t say enough kind things about this woman and the amazing support and healing that happens because of her mission. She has taught me many things, has helped a dear friend of mine grieve through a recent loss, and never gives up on anyone. I admire her very much…
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3rd Child, First Unmedicated Birth
My first birth was a disaster at another hospital, I didn’t know much. I felt nothing due to a heavy epidural. When my son was born I was very detached. My second child was born at a super baby friendly hospital with a super baby friendly OB and her birth was perfect. I did have an epidural but it was “light” . I…
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Different Choices…Different Birth {VBAC}
“My first birth was 4.5 years ago with a mainstream doc. She stripped my membranes at 39 weeks without asking me, due to a “big baby” (9 lbs, 7 oz, 22.5 inches). My water broke the next day with no dilation or effacement, so I went to the hospital and walked, had Cervadil, Pitocin, and had 2 epidurals (1st one…
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Fierce Breastfeeding Mother {A Self Portrait}
“A picture I took of myself breastfeeding my 3rd baby girl before heading to a face painting gig. I felt fierce. Hehe. It has taken me a while, but I’m unapologetic when it comes to doing what’s right for my kids! It feels so wonderful to finally have arrived.” ~Cati
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Without Fear Quote
Thoughts to ponder…
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Newborn Pics are Always Awesome!
“This is my baby girl Selena right after she was born and they layed her right on me. Couldn’t have been a more special time!” ~Julianna
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Supported VBAC after T-Incision {Pictures and Video}
Get your tissue. Seriously. Brooke with Peace Love Babies sent me a few pictures and tear jerker video of this gorgeous mama’s birth. She had a VBAC after a previous cesarean birth with a T-incision. It is rare to find support to VBAC after one, but she did. Brooke says, “I wanted to share a birth film I made recently…