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Home birth

kristine1989kristine1989 member
in October 2014 Moms
I'm planning one and I was wondering if anyone else had one and if they would mind sharing their experience with it? Thanks.
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Re: Home birth

  • BabyBsOvenBabyBsOven member
    I planned a home birth and loved every part of it. Unfortunately, after 36 hours of labor and only making it 3cm dilation, I decided on a non-emergency hospital transfer to get an epidural. My midwife suggested we try breaking my water first to get things moving but I was tired and she supported my decision to go. Looking back, I really wish I had tried breaking my water before transferring because I was so free and comfortable at home being able to move, get in the shower, walk around, eat and drink, use aroma therapy and not be "tied down" by monitors but I made my choice. Once I got to the hospital, I received my epidural which was effective for about 2 hours. It then started to wear off but I wasn't allowed to get out of bed to do any other sort of pain management. I was feeling the full effect of my contractions and was being monitored continuously so I felt strapped to the bed by the monitors and wasn't able to move. I was miserable. The nurse kept telling me I was going to end in C-Section but the doc wasn't there yet so she just kept monitoring. Well, I started to progress and by the time the doc got there, I was already ready to push so they didn't have to do a C-Section. Over-all, I would never have a hospital birth if I could avoid it. I have to this time because Im pregnant with twins and midwives won't take me because Im automatically considered "high-risk." I was free at home but in the hospital I felt trapped, like an animal, and bullied about having a C-Section. The one upside was that recovery was nice in the hospital. I was exhausted and the nurses helped a lot with the baby so I got a little sleep and had people to consult about any questions like breastfeeding and diaper changing. Hope that helps a little
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  • aboodtobeaboodtobe member
    Sorry, I'm a FTM so I don't have any experience. However, I am planning on a home birth. If you check out the Natural Birth board there are a lot more stories/experiences there. 
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  • kristine1989kristine1989 member
    Thanks guys :) I have two kids so I know how it feels like to be strapped down, it really sucks. I got induced both times so they needed to monitor. I'm hoping to let nature take it's course this time.
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  • aboodtobeaboodtobe member
    My only suggestion (based off of other people who had home births) is to have someone there to take care of your older kids. It shouldn't be your husband as you will want him to be there for you and not worry about your kids. Your kids can totally be present but it's nice to know that someone is making sure they're fed and taken care of. 

    You're going to do great! Sounds like you're already a pro. :)
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  • kristine1989kristine1989 member
    Yes, I'm going to have my mom and my two sisters for my older two :) I surprisingly thought about that lol
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