Love at First Sight

I'm totally new to this blogging stuff, but I thought I would give it a try. I wanted to share my experiences to maybe help even one mom out there. Being a first time mom means every day is a new adventure. Each day my little man teaches me something new! My boy made 5 months on Christmas day, but I'm going to start from day 1. Here we go...

I had decided from the moment I found out I was pregnant, I wanted a drug free delivery. My husband supported me 100% in the decision and we started to take the necessary steps towards our goal. We took Bradley Method classes. This is a husband coached labor. He uses the techniques learned during the class to help you get through each contraction and remind you of your goal. Unfortunately, my labor and delivery didn't go as planned. My son was 10 days late and I had to be induced.

Induction increases your risk for a c-section and should be avoided unless absolutely necessary. One c-section could determine your future deliveries. After about 12 hours of labor I gave in to the epidural. After 17 hours of laboring with about 3 hours of pushing, I found my self in the operating room. It was not the birthing experience I planned or hoped to have. I was so sick from the medicine they gave me for the surgery I couldn't even look at my son after he was born. I was trying not to vomit while I was open on the table. I was robbed of those first moments to look at my beautiful baby and hold him and kiss him.  I just had to remind myself the most important thing is a healthy baby and a healthy mom.We had a healthy 7lb 8oz baby boy.

Starting my journey as a new mother trying to recover from surgery presented many challanges. I was unable to sit up, walk, pick up my baby, hold him, etc. The good news is, every day is a little easier than the last, as far as recovery. I was lucky enough to have a very supportive husband and family who helped me take care of our son until I was able to do it on my own.




I think the best things I learned through this experience was
a) Your baby is in charge.
b) Things don't always go as planned no matter how much you prepare.
c) Use a midwife for my next delivery