I'm more terrified to have my second child than I was my first 😩😩
@beautifulmommyof2, it's someone who's job is to help a woman through labor... like a coach, but so much more... some will advocate for you with the doctors based on what you want or don't want, they document things, so you can focus only on what you need, mine brought a diffuser with peppermint because it soothed me, she made sure I had cool cloths when needed, offered suggestions for different positions that would help the baby move down, would help massage pressure points during contractions and helped keep my husband calm, gave him breaks so he could use the restroom, get a quick bite and update family without leaving me alone... she would remind me to relax certain areas during contractions... it was AMAZING! I was induced, they expected it to take 24-48 hours before I delivered... I delivered in less than 12! I honestly believe it was because of the help and support my doula gave me! She was worth every penny!
@dreamermom, thank you ! And no idek what that is so I'm definitely going to have to look into it.
Yes. Second was easier than the first and third was even easier. Not less painful but easier
@beautifulmommyof2, well I wish you the best! I took really amazing birthing classes, and they totally helped me in labor! Have you looked into hiring a doula? I had one with my first and it was SO helpful!
@dreamermom, I've read plenty and I actually did go to 2 classes with my first pregnancy but didn't continue. And between my 11m old and work I don't have time for classes. Just praying for the best and a much better delivery than my first.
@beautifulmommyof2, have you tried looking into some birthing classes or books to help you be better prepared?
@beebaby, was it easier for you the other times ? Or the same
@dreamermom, the delivery. last time I was in so much pain, my breathing was off I was hooked up to an oxygen machine, my body was shaking so hard they couldn't find my sons heartbeat it was just bad.
Is it the actual delivery? Or more just having a second child to care for?
Yesterday I went out with my boyfriend went to watch a movie, me and him don't live together yet. but point is yesterday when he was dropping me off his like sleep over at my house witch the mom and dad lives. I said no,
his response was why is everyone deciding or making choices for you and their going to do the same with the baby, when I know that's not true. what he thinks is that my mom tells me not to sleep over. So he left all mad. and I felt in my heart that he went on and cheated on me...
Transgender children
So I just learned that in my kids school district (my kids aren't in school yet my oldest will be starting kindergarten next September) there are twin boys who identify as girls. They are 5 years old. What's your opinions on this matter given they are 5!!! I don't believe that at that age they really understand the whole thing. So the entire school had to take a course on how to handle transgender children. For example they can't say girls go this or boys do that. What are...
Science!
My friend posted this on facebook last night and said her kids were asleep within minutes. It's a song that scientists created to help people fall asleep. I was skeptical but I thought what the hay, I'll try it out. I didn't bank on Dh falling asleep, but both him and lo were asleep by minute 2. And lo slept six straight hours. ?
Starting TWW. Anyone else?
I had a stillborn daughter at 38 weeks this passed Nov. This is my second month ttc. (Last month we only tried for like two weeks though). My last and only pregnancy, I got pregnant the first month of ttc so I hope it's quick this time again.

My sweet baby girl gained her angel wings this morning. She was my best friend, my true love my everything. She was so happy and beautiful, I'm struggling to say good bye. Sleep tight princess, mummy and daddy love you very very much ❤️
@dreamermom, oooooooh nice. Definitely looking into this ! Thanks