Greetings

battymomma · October 2014

Greetings,

I have been watching this board for a while and thought I would make a formal introduction of myself and my clan. I am a second time mother hoping for another natural home birth on March 14th. I believe that giving birth is a sacred thing and should be tampered with as little as possible.

I work with nocturnal mammals at my local zoo. I think it's fair to say I am passionate about it. My partner and I are raising a beautiful four year old child we call Ash. I hope to be very involved with your board as I know I have a lot to offer.

Namaste,

Celeste

createmagic14 · October 2014

Welcome and congrats!

nomnommama · October 2014

Welcome. Nocturnal animals sound pretty cool.

FrecklesInside · October 2014

Uhhhh....

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071115 · October 2014

Welcome. My cousins birthday is the 14th. The zoo sounds like a great job.

colleen4019 · October 2014

Hi! Congrats

battymomma · October 2014

earthian said:

Adding...now that I see what you're posting on, and that you have this strange intro I'm thinking this is a new sn for someone. I'm proceeding with caution.

I am only one person

ngolimento · October 2014

Hrmm... On one hand, awesome job and grasps gender vs sex.

On the other.... Disturbing use of "unatural".

Welcome, but please don't be a troll. The board is kind of full up right now.

battymomma · October 2014

I am not here to cause trouble

bdazzld · October 2014

Welcome and congrats!

jpavenski · October 2014

Welcome! Your job sounds very interesting:)

Stargirlb · October 2014

Welcome! Cool job! I'm a homebirther too, this will be my third. Loves it! When I'm in labor I just wanna wander into the woods and be left alone but I live in Canada so most of the time it's too cold for that :P

malijo1025 · October 2014

Welcome and congrats. But please be aware that some of us were/are unable to do, what you consider natural birth. My DD would have died if I hadn't had a c-section, and I am not a candidate for a vbac. I consider a healthy baby leaving my body in any way natural. She is healthy and that is what matters. Just try to be aware that there are woman from all different situations here.

battymomma · October 2014

In response to the women who are concerned I was being exclusive in my intro, if you or your child are in danger, you must do what you can to save your lives. However I think to not give our bodies a chance to birth free of drugs and interference is a sad thing. I am not sure why some people find that opinion to be annoying.

janda426 · October 2014

I'm highly likely going to get an epidural. I don't think my body will be sad.

battymomma · October 2014

aylacbw said:

In response to the women who are concerned I was being exclusive in my intro, if you or your child are in danger, you must do what you can to save your lives. However I think to not give our bodies a chance to birth free of drugs and interference is a sad thing. I am not sure why some people find that opinion to be annoying.
It's annoying because a lot of women really try for that and circumstances don't allow. Or they are just not interested in a med free birth. Either way, your wording is judgy and you come off as someone who thinks she is highly superior.

Are any of these things crimes? I find that most people with opinions have them because they believe they are right in their thinking.

battymomma · October 2014

aylacbw said:

aylacbw said:

In response to the women who are concerned I was being exclusive in my intro, if you or your child are in danger, you must do what you can to save your lives. However I think to not give our bodies a chance to birth free of drugs and interference is a sad thing. I am not sure why some people find that opinion to be annoying.
It's annoying because a lot of women really try for that and circumstances don't allow. Or they are just not interested in a med free birth. Either way, your wording is judgy and you come off as someone who thinks she is highly superior.

Are any of these things crimes? I find that most people with opinions have them because they believe they are right in their thinking.
--------quote box fail------------ No, it's not a crime to be a jerk. You can have your opinion that it's "sad" when someone has to resort to medical intervention, and I can have my opinion that it's kind of rude to say that to a group of women who all have different birth experiences and preferences.

I think it is interesting how you choose to interpret my words. I did state above that in case of life threatening situations, one must go as far as they can to save lives. That is not sad, it is survivial.

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battymomma · October 2014

meladoriestar said:

Consider me a sad case then. I fully intend to get an epidural. I'm not even considering med-free birth.

That is alright, I am sure you are still a lovely person and will make a lovely mother.

chaysefaith · October 2014

BattyMomma said:

meladoriestar said:

Consider me a sad case then. I fully intend to get an epidural. I'm not even considering med-free birth.

That is alright, I am sure you are still a lovely person and will make a lovely mother.

...shit list....

Enigma87 · October 2014

Welcome! We are due on the same day.

Before I became a dog groomer my major in college was zoology so I envy your job!

battymomma · October 2014

aylacbw said:

meladoriestar said:

Consider me a sad case then. I fully intend to get an epidural. I'm not even considering med-free birth.

That is alright, I am sure you are still a lovely person and will make a lovely mother.
@BattyMomma‌ how can you NOT see that this comment was rude? It reads to me exactly like this: "that's alright dear, despite your shortcomings, you will still make a lovely mother". I was kind of liking your celestial moon dancer attitude before and was particularly fond of your "fruit of the womb" usage, but not now. Take that holier than thou attitude elsewhere.

You don't allow people you think are rude to post here? Is that how it works? I must say, the fact that I don't amuse you anymore is giving you grounds to tell me to go away is a little disheartening. I am allowed to stay as long as I am a novelty but don't disagree with you? That doesn't seem very polite in kind.

battymomma · October 2014

Oh good. Thank you for allowing me to remain here. I know I have many things to offer to this board.

kellbell1982 · October 2014

I really think this is either another board which I won't name trying to troll again or one of us has an ae and is screwing around. This chick can't be real I'm not feeding it especially in the sex thread cmon you guys are really biting that line?!

battymomma · October 2014

aylacbw said:

aylacbw said:

meladoriestar said:

Consider me a sad case then. I fully intend to get an epidural. I'm not even considering med-free birth.

That is alright, I am sure you are still a lovely person and will make a lovely mother.
@BattyMomma‌ how can you NOT see that this comment was rude? It reads to me exactly like this: "that's alright dear, despite your shortcomings, you will still make a lovely mother". I was kind of liking your celestial moon dancer attitude before and was particularly fond of your "fruit of the womb" usage, but not now. Take that holier than thou attitude elsewhere.

You don't allow people you think are rude to post here? Is that how it works? I must say, the fact that I don't amuse you anymore is giving you grounds to tell me to go away is a little disheartening. I am allowed to stay as long as I am a novelty but don't disagree with you? That doesn't seem very polite in kind.
The fact is, I disagree only with your choice of wording and sanctimonious attitude. I had a med free birth with my first and plan to have one with this baby, but I am not in the habit of coming on here and making insensitive statements that might make other moms feel bad about their choices or circumstances. Why? Because I'm not any better than anyone else here just because of the type of birth I had. I respect all women for what they go through when they give birth to a baby. However it happens, med free or not, surgical or not, it's quite an amazing ordeal and it's a process that deserves respect. But I guess that's the difference between you and me. So be it.

Yes, we are all different, isn't it wonderful?

battymomma · October 2014

saucylittlemonkeygirl said:

Wow.... you're a piece of work @‌BattyMomma You've managed to alienate the majority of the board with your BS statements. I can't stand pretentious, self-congratulating hippies like you. You give home birth and natural childbirth supporters a bad rap. It's because of people like you that I avoid the topic altogether and keep my birthing stories and plans to myself.

I suppose there are zealots on either side. So be it. Some people wouldn't dream of going without an epidural. I don't tell those people to go away. I'm sorry that you feel like you cannot share your birth stories with others. I am fortunate to not have those feelings of insecurity.

kellbell1982 · October 2014

Lol sex vs gender apparently no one knows the sex of her child I find that hard to believe and that's nothing against gender equality guys, it just doesn't make sense

goofygoff · October 2014

BattyMomma said:

saucylittlemonkeygirl said:

Wow.... you're a piece of work @‌BattyMomma

You've managed to alienate the majority of the board with your BS statements. I can't stand pretentious, self-congratulating hippies like you. You give home birth and natural childbirth supporters a bad rap. It's because of people like you that I avoid the topic altogether and keep my birthing stories and plans to myself.

I suppose there are zealots on either side. So be it. Some people wouldn't dream of going without an epidural. I don't tell those people to go away. I'm sorry that you feel like you cannot share your birth stories with others. I am fortunate to not have those feelings of insecurity.

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Wow. Passive aggressive much?

Post-It.

battymomma · October 2014

kellbell1982 said:

Lol sex vs gender apparently no one knows the sex of her child I find that hard to believe and that's nothing against gender equality guys, it just doesn't make sense

My family is not the only one who has chosen this. It is not an easy lifestyle choice but one that is important to us. There are a few individuals who know for sure but it is not something we discuss, even with extended family.

kellbell1982 · October 2014

BattyMomma said:

kellbell1982 said:

Lol sex vs gender apparently no one knows the sex of her child I find that hard to believe and that's nothing against gender equality guys, it just doesn't make sense

My family is not the only one who has chosen this. It is not an easy lifestyle choice but one that is important to us. There are a few individuals who know for sure but it is not something we discuss, even with extended family.

It sounds far fetched but hey to each their own, I still think you have been very rude

rm2013 · October 2014

This is how I feel about this thread :

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ngolimento · October 2014

ToasterCat said:
This is how I'm going to give birth:

But seriously, why are you letting this lady rile you up?

That's my birth plan too! Except with a dragon. Oh and my wings are black.

But yeah, I predict this chick will leave as soon as she doesn't get the rises she wants and/or realizes this isn't a zodiac/earth mother centric birthing board. Which do exist. Just not here.

Shellyhume · October 2014

The debate over what's the best way to give birth is a dead horse. It's like trying to argue what the best way to cook an egg is... Some like it well cooked and others actually like it raw. Who has any business telling anybody what they should or shouldn't do?!

Personally, my ideal delivery is one where we both live to enjoy each other afterwards. And, truthfully, in this day in age, I don't think I should have to be in pain. How I go about that sans-pain delivery is MY business. Hypnobirthing worked beautifully for me... Til about 7cm when I said "Shut that hypno-shit off and bring me drugs!" True story.

Bluebell0315 · October 2014

I seriously cannot look away from the owl...

drudolph11 · October 2014

I DON'T FREAKING GET IT PEOPLE!!! Maybe it's cuz im a pretty pasive person who literally avoids confrontation at all costs, IRL and online but how can someone actually "enjoy" starting drama. Like the one troll "gender" thread the other day where they were trying to get a rise out of us just to show another board what big meanie heads we are. Like I cringe when I read threads like this (yes I still read them, it's a love hate thing) but why would someone purposely try to offend people just so they can argue about it? Im not in anyway bashing anyone sticking up for their opinions here in fact I have plenty to say about what she said cuz I too found it very "(insert offended word here, pg brain can't think of one)" im talking about the actual person starting drama ahhh WHY THE HELL WOULD ANYONE INTENTIONALLY START DRAMA? I don't get it my brain is fried, prob cuz of the week we have had here at M15. Meh...hang in there M15 maybe one day soon we will get our sanity back!! In the meantime

Unicorn farts maybe...

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drudolph11 · October 2014

@Bluebell0315‌ I KNOW!! Im on mobile right now so I can't see it but when I get on my computer I sit and stare at that damn thing for EVER!! Its...just...so...wonderful!! Ahhhh 8->

drudolph11 · October 2014

So in other news...I had stuffed shells from my work tonight

They were muy bueno!!

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And I found this gif I thought was funny despite not even knowing what the hell is going on here bahaha

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What did everyone else do for dinner tonight? Or scrounge out of your fridge for a snack?

drudolph11 · October 2014

@estamos_tomamos‌ I-) I have to agree with you I do really really need to go to bed!

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