MaternityShare

a blog about pregnancy, birth and motherhood

 

Will Came Early August 1, 2008

Filed under: maternityshare — Tags: , , — Christine @ 10:55 pm —
  • I knew Will was expected to come early but I had hoped to hold him in for longer than I did. I wanted him to grow as big and fat and healthy as possible. He was born at 36 weeks and 6 days into the pregnancy, just one day shy of what is considered “full [...]

     
     

    Riding the Rollercoaster of my Pregnancy June 12, 2008

    Filed under: healh, maternityshare — Tags: , , — Christine @ 11:36 pm —
  • Today I thought I was making some good headway in figuring out what I could afford and what pieces I needed to work on solidifying to make the birthing situation a comfortable one. I had to make compromises but I was willing to live with them. Then, later tonight, Billy and I started talking finances [...]

     
     

    Doula Star June 1, 2008

    Filed under: maternityshare — Tags: , — Christine @ 11:42 pm —
  • In my quest to find a doula I spoke with a wonderful, supportive woman named Pamela Star last night about my situation, her services and other possibilities.
    In a selfless, sincere manner, she offered me advise on looking into the home birth I ideally would like to have. Best case senario is that it would end [...]

     
     

    Getting Ready For Birth and Dealing With Fear May 30, 2008

    Filed under: healh — Tags: , , , , — Christine @ 4:27 pm —
  • Today I continue my doula search. I find my feet dragging every time I mean to research, call, and interview doulas. I am afraid. I don’t know if I will find the right person to be my doula (I really need to feel comfortable with my doula). Will I ask the right questions?
    I am afraid [...]

     
     

    Birthing Plan & Doulas May 8, 2008

    Filed under: maternityshare — Tags: , , , , — Christine @ 10:44 pm —
  • I just drafted out a birthing plan using a customizable form on at justmommies.com. It helped in getting my brain storming and asking questions. I have more to learn about all the options and what they mean and what alternatives there are. Then, I have to find out if the doctors will allow my wishes [...]