10/21/2023
What helps you to feel most comfortable during labor?
I’ve recently seen posts circulating around free birth or birthing alone. It had me thinking about how much I love having the support of other women during pregnancy + labor and delivery, and of course postpartum.
My midwife has become someone I look forward to seeing. She hugs me when I arrive to my appointments, she spends at least an hour with me almost every appointment. I feel that I know her well and she’s not just a medical provider to me, she’s a friend. I feel comforted by her presence during labor knowing she’s supported many women and children through the journey of motherhood. I feel the same about the doula I had at my last labor as well, her encouraging words and wisdom around making labor a smooth process really helped carry me through. The women that showed up for me postpartum, I will never forget.
It’s so important to build a village and lean on the women around you for their wisdom and support. Maybe those people are your friends, sisters, mother, or a close relative?
