When parents find out they are expecting twins, I can imagine the shock and joy that is experienced! After the initial emotions calm down, the questions begin. One of them may be, “Do twins mean automatic c-section?” The answer is simply, “No.” Here are some videos to show you that it can and is done. Inspiring to say the least!…
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I Am Strong {Young Parents}
I am strong because my husband and I did not expect to have a baby this young (I was 22 and he was 20). We were not ready finically, but we made it work. I am strong because I got Medicaid at nearly 6 months and was assigned an OB who did not support my decision for natural birth. I am…
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Over The Moon -The Birth Story of Rainbow- {From Doulas Perspective}
This is the birth story of Rainbow, my precious doula baby. This birth was the most unique and inspiring birth I could have ever hoped to attend in my journey as a doula. It will always hold a special place in my heart. My client, Lucy, hired me months before the birth. After talking over her desires and expectations, I…
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The Birth of Ruby {Planned Natural Birth, Unwanted C-Section}
My name is Lindsay. I live in NH with my husband and our 2 year old daughter. This is my birth story. Ruby Grace D. was due on November 21, 2010. We chose to see a certified nurse midwife (Katrina) at Women’s Heath Associates. The practice also has two doctors on staff there. We decided that we wanted to have…
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42 Weeks Homebirth {Hypnobabies}
I was 42 weeks 1 day pregnant with my second daughter on the morning of August 30th, 2012, when I began to have gentle surges. My husband went to work and my 2-year-old daughter and I went to a play date. My friends enjoyed watching me close my eyes, use my Hypnobabies tools and breathe through more surges; every 15…
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A Mother’s Intuitive Choice to Have a Cesarean at 42 1/2 Weeks
I’m so excited to share these photos with the world! This is my 3rd child and 3rd c-section. My other births were full of fear as the first was a c-section because of failure to progress, the 2nd was a repeat c-section (because I didn’t know any better) and then this birth – which was not fearful, at all. I…
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March of Dimes: Why Waiting At Least 39 Weeks is Best for Your Baby
As of August 2011, March of Dimes has taken a stand that having inductions and cesarean sections for non-medical reasons before 39 weeks is not in the best interest of baby. Here is why… Babies born too early may have more health problems at birth and later in life than babies born full term. Here’s why your baby needs 39…
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Amazing Womanhood: A BWF Mama Birth Announcement
“I feel so fortunate to be part of this amazing womanhood. At 37 weeks pregnant something clicked in my head and I knew I would be going natural. I did so much research and really educated myself about everything. It felt amazing to learn so many things that I never knew when having my first child. I thought that having…
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ACOG: Post Dates is Past 42 Weeks
The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecology, also known as ACOG: “Founded in 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, ACOG has over 52,000 members and is the nation’s leading group of professionals providing health care for women.” From their website: ACOG works primarily in four areas: Serving as a strong advocate for quality health care for women. Maintaining the highest standards of…