I got gritty and determined and for the first time since active labor started I was able to remain
quiet during some contractions and simply breathe through them.
We didn't have any babysitters available for a few hours, so I made breakfast for the kids, finished packing my bag and spent some time reading to the kids, who were very excited to finally meet their little sister and patiently got
quiet during contractions so I could breathe.
Not exact matches
I was either
quiet or talking to her
during the
contractions, and they shortened to only 35 seconds long while I was talking to her.
For the peace and
quiet in which to give birth, the simplicity of the moments, the ability to concentrate
during contractions without disruption, the absence of unneeded medical interventions, the blessing of not having to ride in a car while in labor and so much more, I wish I had birthed every last one of my children at home.