Tag: birth experience
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Capturing the Unspoken Moments of Birth: A Photographer’s Perspective
Get Pregnant Fast How can one truly articulate the profound experience of witnessing a new life enter the world? Words often fall short. Regardless of the type of birth experience, that first glimpse of your child is an ethereal moment that transcends language. However, photographs have the power to convey what words cannot. Meet Ava…
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Let’s Get Real About Labor: The Truth About Pooping
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of childbirth. Yes, we’re talking about poop. It’s a topic that many might shy away from, but let’s face it—when you’re in labor, anything can happen. As I prepared for the birth of my first child, I read countless blogs discussing the very real possibility of pooping…
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Don’t Worry—A Scheduled C-Section Can Be a Calm Experience Compared to an Emergency One
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve faced an emergency c-section, the idea of going through the procedure again may fill you with dread. It’s entirely understandable to feel anxious; emergency c-sections can be quite traumatic. However, if you’re navigating a follow-up pregnancy consumed by fear of another surgical birth, let me help alleviate some of those…
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I Never Imagined Giving Birth Alone — Until I Had To
Get Pregnant Fast This wasn’t the scenario I envisioned for welcoming my second child, yet it ultimately empowered me in ways I never expected. On the morning of my 37-week appointment, I dropped off my toddler, Mia, at preschool and headed to work, thinking I would be back home in time for dinner. Upon arriving…
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You’re Allowed to Feel Disappointed About Your Birth Experience
Get Pregnant Fast If you’ve ever shared your feelings of disappointment or sadness surrounding your birthing experience, chances are you’ve heard the cliché: “All that matters is a healthy baby.” While this statement seems obvious, it’s actually quite damaging. It perpetuates a culture of shame that makes many women feel isolated and invalidated in their…
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9 Reasons I Chose Home Birth for My Children
Get Pregnant Fast Before I became a mother, I viewed home births as something reserved for the free-spirited and adventurous. As someone who generally prefers to play it safe, I was filled with uncertainty about the idea of giving birth at home. However, my desire for a natural childbirth and a soothing environment ultimately led…
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Unless You’ve Contributed to My Baby Bump, Stay Out of My Delivery Room
Get Pregnant Fast According to a recent survey conducted by Channel Mum, the trend of inviting guests into the delivery room is on the rise among new mothers. In fact, younger moms are allowing an average of eight family members and friends to join them during labor. Eight! Can you imagine? Honestly, it’s hard to…
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6 Absurd ‘Mommy Wars’ That Need to End in 2023
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to motherhood, one thing we can all agree on is that the so-called Mommy Wars are utterly ridiculous. Let’s face it: the term itself is condescending. It conjures up images of overly polished parents engaging in petty squabbles about the most trivial aspects of parenting. Despite our collective disdain…