I'm sitting here grinning ear to ear! Thanks for posting this

I had a c/s with my first after 36 hours of labor, 2 hours pushing and then he went into distress...

I had a natural VBAC 3 months ago...And all I could say afterwards was how I felt like a superwoman! I wanted to take on the world! I was so amazed what what MY body did!! I even told a nurse 2 hours later that I couldn't wait to do it again (she looked at me like I had four heads, lol)

Your post...did make me want to do that all over again!

Thank you
Terra Jones | Homepage | 11.20.08 - 1:25 pm | #

That's amazing, Terra. You know what's interesting? Women have no idea how *great* natural birthing can be until they do it. And afterward, they feel like you and I did. Though I don't plan on more children, the day I gave birth, I too was like, "Okay--NEXT!"
There's nothing like that rush of endorphins...or settling in with that tiny little baby.
Cate Nelson | 11.20.08 - 5:07 pm | #

Great comprehensive post! There are so many myths surrounding natural childbirth and you helped clear up many of them.

I am very much looking forward to my impending home (unassisted) birth.
Sheryl | Homepage | 11.20.08 - 5:09 pm | #

I'm impressed Sheryl. Like I said, unassisted home birthers are inspirational. Best of luck to you and your family...soon, right?
Cate Nelson | 11.21.08 - 7:24 pm | #