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My birth story 🫶

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I got pregnant at 20 yr old a few months after my first miscarriage. I was having a really hard time trying get excited about being pregnant but after seeing my baby for the first time I couldn’t wait! I started having back labor at 37 weeks and it continued for until 28 weeks when I went to my 28 week appointment and I was almost 3 centimeters. I decided to labor at home until I felt good going to the hospital. I got checked in and had my IV set up. I was so tired I had barely slept the whole week prior because of my back labor. I was in labor for a little over 72 hours and I ended up going to the hospital August 24th 2022. I had the epidural and I remember the epidural making me have a fever and baby’s heart rate was high but I was able to lower it and reduce my fever. I was up all night with the peanut ball rolling on each side every few hours. An hour or so after I woke up in the morning I remember feeling a lot of pressure and feeling like I needed to push so I had my husband get the doctor and I pushed for about 30 minutes before I delivered my beautiful baby girl on August 25th 2022 at 10:31 am. She was 7 pounds 2 oz and 21 inches long🫶 now she’s almost 2 and I’m ready for another 😂

2024/7/18 Edited to

Every birth story is unique, and mine is no exception. I found myself pregnant at just 20 years old, grappling with the anxiety of a previous miscarriage. The emotional rollercoaster was real, but the moment I saw my baby on the ultrasound, my heart swelled with hope. Labor began with back pain at 37 weeks, leading to a decision to stay home until I felt ready to go to the hospital. After enduring 72 hours of labor, I welcomed my beautiful baby girl on August 25, 2022. Her arrival changed my life, filling it with joy and excitement. Sharing our birth stories can be empowering for many new parents facing their journeys. People often relate to the moments of fear, anticipation, and overwhelming love. From preparing for labor to the actual delivery, these stories inspire community and support. If you’ve had similar experiences, consider writing about them or reaching out to others. You never know whose journey you may touch with your words, encouraging them through their own challenges. Parenthood is a transformative experience, full of ups and downs. Embrace each moment, as they create unforgettable memories that last a lifetime.

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