I didn't read all the responses, but I had 2 c-sections, then had a VBA2C (vaginal birth after 2 c-sections). I will never forget the pain, so whoever says women forget is wrong. However, I will take that pain over healing from a c/s any day! I did this in the hospital though and I think if it were at home it still would have been painful, but not as bad. I instinctually wanted to squat and they freaked out and wanted me on my back. I really hope that next time a home birth will happen so I can again be in tune w/my spirit, with the baby and w/Heavenly Father and do it the way I was meant to.
I did have an epi for 2 hours and like Erin, had them turn it off (they thought I was nuts too) and pushed her out naturally. It was insane. My body just took over. When I wanted to push no longer, it didn't matter, I couldn't help it and I have NEVER screamed like that in my life. I truly felt like an animal instinctually giving birth. It was awesome!
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