I've been reflecting quite a bit lately about giving birth. I feel a variety of emotions: joy, satisfaction, happiness,…

I've been reflecting quite a bit lately about giving birth. I feel a variety of emotions: joy, satisfaction, happiness, completeness, excitement, anxiety

I have done a lot of research with the help of my two Registered Midwives about this route for child birth. I have been questioned about my choice by several family members, co-workers and friends. Some questions are sprouted from curiosity, others are often rude. I am not usually asked about the safety or the success rate..no...it's usually about my lack of knowledge. I've had someone say to me, "Are you scared of a hospital birth?" My response was simple, "No, I just want a natural and wholesome experience for myself and my baby." To which they replied, "You've clearly never given birth before." I was hurt, this wasn't the first time I've been ridiculed for my birth plan. I don't get a lot of support in this regard, however, I will say that I have received support from a few people. Most people call me crazy, stupid or just plain inexperienced. Has anyone else experienced this? Sometimes it is difficult to put the opinions of others aside, I'm influenced heavily by how others view me, I've always been that way. I will not change my plan to suit anyone else, but I can't help but feel that others aren't excited for me because they can't relate to my holistic philosophy. #waterbirth #midwifery #holistichealth #naturalbirth #homedelivery #momlife #nodrugs #doterra #essentialoils

If you have any legit questions please watch 'The business of being born' documentary.

http://www.thebusinessofbeingborn.com/the-business-of-being-born/