NCB....the path i choose

Natural Childbirth

....A method of childbirth in which medical intervention is minimized and the mother often practices relaxation and breathing techniques to control pain and ease delivery.

.... a system of managing childbirth in which the mother receives preparatory education in order to remain conscious during and assist in delivery with minimal or no use of drugs or anesthetics

I believe in both those definitions. I tried with Gavin as much as possible. At first when i found out I was pregnant with him I couldn't even think about having a needle in my back. Or not being able to walk around. But as my pregnancy progressed I realized it was an awakened feeling. I wanted to feel everything. Pain was just part of it. Childbirth was as natural as breathing to me. I felt i could always trust my body and its reactions. I feel the same with this baby.

Now I know plenty of people who do not believe the same thing I do. To them I say I support you. I support any woman who loves her pregnant body. Just having a body that is capable of birthing a child is a miracle to me. Being able to carry a child in your own body for nine months is a challenge. But beating that challenge is one of life's greatest moments.