I have a great belief that a happy mom is a happy baby/child. Not always easy when you suffer depression. But when you see your smile reflected in your child’s eyes you know it’s true!
That said its not always easy. During my first pregnancy my mom died and I was an emotional wreck.
I had two horrific births. Both pregnancies I had gestational diabetes and had to watch every mouthful- no eating for two for me!!
Because of this I was told I must be induced or my ‘huge babies’ would struggle. So as I knew no better I did as I was told. Most births that are induced result in a c-section. I wasn’t told this at the time.
I was put into a forced labour, as I had diabetes I was hooked up to every machine possible and unable to move. My baby was back to back but this wasn’t discovered until 12 hours of labor had passed. I had 2 epidurals and as I couldn’t feel a thing I couldn’t push!
They tried forceps and vontouse and he moved slightly but got stuck.
In the end I had an emergency c-section, because he was part way out they had to push him back in. I never knew this was an option! The whole thing was quite traumatic. But I had a beautiful boy, albeit bruised and swollen. He was 7lb 9 hardly huge.
For my second pregnancy I was much more relaxed and felt more in control. Yes I was nervous about the birth. But I knew it was so worth it.
Unfortunately despite me booking a planned c-section -( I refused to be induced as I would have to go through labor just to have a Caesarian anyway) I went into labor 24 hours before. They talked me into going for a vbac and again I did as I was told. Basically the same thing happened again only this time baby ruptured one of my arteries on the way out and so I needed a blood transfusion. Despite all I remained calm throughout.
I had a wonderful 8lb boy.
My first child is a nervous individual who worries constantly.
My second carefree, happy go lucky. Both children’s characteristics follow my attitude towards their pregnancy. They also love pesto, marmite and olive which was all I ate at the time!
I tell you this not to scare you, but to tell you, you have choices. It’s your body, it’s your baby. Do what you think is right for you. Above all it is so worth it!
Enjoy your pregnancy, every second is precious and don’t be afraid to speak out or say no. whether its the birth or breastfeeding, you have choices. Happy mum, happy baby.
This inspirational post was written anonymously by a mom who is a member of my Facebook mums group. I have full permission to share her story. If you can relate to this post and would like to share your own anonymous post please contact me.
You can read many more Inspirational Stories of hope and courage on the blog.
You could help us share the blogs love to helping others by sharing via the social sharing buttons bellow.
