Last week, for the 1st time EVER, I filled out medical paperwork and got to list a birth as vaginal. I had no idea it would mean so much to me. But a week later, that moment still brings me to tears. So thankful to finally have a vaginal birth... it took 3 tries but I did it. Just had no idea filling out a paper would mean so much to me.
My little Starla has turned four months. Time flies with babies. She has been a sweet joy. I am still on cloud nine with the natural birth and like telling others about it. People ask questions and often ask if I mind talking about it. Nothing to hide here! I love having a daughter and love that I have broke the c/s cycle and given her a chance to have a mom with such a story. I pray she never has to have a c/s... or should I say never has a c/s but if she does, she knows she has other options and a mom who understands.
I have been told by a couple therapists that I have a strong mothering instinct. I think they are right. I just want to do whatever I can to support my babies... especially when they are so young and little. I have gotten flack from some on my choices. But I have no regrets. I only get one chance to be their mom at this young age. My kids deserve to be priority #1 in my life the first few months. Anyone who disagrees with that... well... can raise their kids their way. This is how I love mine.
One more side note. Little Starla is 12 lbs, 4 oz. and 26 inches long at 4 months. It was her 1st check up that the doctors were not concerned at all about her weight or health. I did not follow many of their requests besides medical tests. But I did not supplement with formula or feed her cereal at 3 months. My instincts said she was fine and I was right. Trust in God and His lead and the rest will fall into place.
