My midwife recently asked a question on her facebook page that struck a cord with me… I’d like to share with you her question and my answer…
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Her question:
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My answer:
After my first birth (in a hospital) I felt lost and incomplete. Incapable of taking care of my new baby and unmotivated to try. I was emotionally broken and couldn’t figure out why I hurt so badly… physically, spiritually and emotionally. I was terrified of being left along… convinced I just couldn’t do it on my own. It took a long time to recover in every way.
After my latest birth, at home, I feel strong. I feel powerful, capable and complete. I feel ready for life and eager for each new day. I feel like I can do anything, because I have already faced and conquered the most difficult and at the same time most rewarding experience in my life. I feel… whole!