Expect the Unexpected!

People always share their birth story. It scares new expectant mothers and makes them completely nervous! I have learned that no matter who's story you hear they are all different.

Every experience is going to be completely different. Both of my stories are completely different. However, both of my girls were delivered by C-sections. From my experience, the only advice is be prepared for everything .

Many families do not want or expect to have a c-section. I know we did not. We wanted to deliver both girls vaginally and it just did not happen for us. When we had Anaiah, I wish I knew more about a c-section and what to expect. Anaiah was an emergency c-section because her heart rate was dropping and we found out the umbilical cord was wrapped around her neck. We did what we needed to do to have a healthy baby.

I did not know how I was going to heal or what I would feel. I didn't know what was normal or what to look for after the surgery. The doctors and nurses were great but I like having some clue about what is going on. I was more prepared when we had Zariah since I experienced a c-section before.

Unfortunately, I had to learn from experience. I thought since a c-section was not part of our plan, I would not focus on it. If a mom is planning to deliver vaginally, she should also prepare to have a c-section.