Child birth is the only experience that truly makes a woman complete. This journey of child birth may not be an easy one for the mother but the reward of holding your baby in your arms truly makes up for all the hardships.

Each woman has own expectations from her child birth experience. Some would want a natural child birth; some would directly head for the operation theater to avoid the painful journey.

Unarguably natural child birth is a healthier option both for the mother and the baby. As natural child birth process does not involve any medication, the mother is more in control of her body.

The baby also arrives being more active and alert as it has not been drugged. These babies are more responsive than the drugged ones.
Another interesting aspect of natural child birth is that the breast feeding process for the baby becomes easier as then there is substantial amount of eye contact between the mother and the baby.

Although these advantages are no less known to the doctors it still becomes making natural child birth a little difficult. Firstly, you as a mother should strongly make up your mind to have a natural child birth. Then you must ensure that your doctor supports the decision. Both the partners should attend proper classes to get trained in natural child birth.

You can also read about other mothers’ experiences of natural child birth on the internet or in various magazines. All the experiences that you read might not be pleasant ones but remember that they are the most memorable ones.

Choose to give birth outside a hospital setting, probably a birth center or your own home. Don’t give up, natural child birth may take a lot longer than you expect but finally the wait will pay off so hold on and avoid C-section.

As the due date comes nearer, keep your self busy with regular activities to avoid anxiety. Pack your bags in advance, keep a light romantic novel to keep you distracted. Carry lots of snacks like cookies, dry fruits etc. Don’t forget to pack comfortable clothes that will allow you to move freely during contractions. Music can also help to soothe you in pain.

While you are at it don’t forget to change positions, it will help, relieving back discomfort, reducing contraction pain, rotating the baby as well as increasing circulation. Try and breathe in rhythmic pants as you had practiced in the classes.Be strong willed and you would be holding your baby in your arms not before long.

Just remember that pregnancy does bring us moments of pure joy, despite some of its challenges. In fact, the stage of pregnancy can be a very interesting metaphor for life. Daily challenges, sometimes even pain, but little glimpses of joy all along the way!

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A pregnant woman will experience a large number of changes in her body during pregnancy. These changes will occur right at conception and continue until the baby has been delivered. Some of these signs may be minor, while others may be more noticeable, and in some cases, hard to deal with. However, these changes all disappear, once the child has been delivered.

Being a pregnant woman is a very special time in a woman’s life. The changes that occur in her are both physical and mental, and it is helpful for both her and the people around her, to become aware of these changes. In this way, the pregnancy term can be made more comfortable for the woman, and signs that are out of the ordinary can be investigated immediately.

The Initial Signs

A pregnant woman may not realize she is pregnant if she does not recognize the initial signs. This is because; the first signs of pregnancy are often similar to pre-menstrual syndrome, so for those who are not expecting to conceive, it is very probable that they will not know they are pregnant, until much later. The most common sign is, if a woman misses her period. If this occurs, it is advised that the woman wait a few days to see if her period is delayed.

Another sign of pregnancy is implantation bleeding. This occurs 12 days after conception has occurred, when the embryo attaches itself to the uterine walls. A popular telltale sign of pregnancy is the vomiting and feelings of nausea that most pregnant women feels. The vomiting usually occurs in the morning, hence the term morning sickness, but it can occur at any time of day. Physical changes will include increased swelling and tenderness of the breasts.

Side Effects

During her term, a pregnant woman will experience a number of different changes, which can sometimes be overwhelming. However it is important to remember that these changes are temporary and are often brought on by hormonal changes in the body. Identifying them, however, can give the expectant mother a certain piece of mind. For instance, it is perfectly normal for a woman to experience itchiness around her abdomen, as the stomach starts to stretch. The feet will experience swelling and it is not uncommon for a woman’s shoe size to change during pregnancy.

Many women will experience mood swings during their pregnancy, and may have a hankering for certain kinds of foods. Most women develop a nesting instinct and may also develop a feeling of forgetfulness, regarding other affairs. Others may experience feelings of sluggishness. Many women will also experience constipation during their pregnancy, as well as an increased need to pass urine, since the uterus will start to press on the bladder as it expands. With regards to physical appearance, many women will find that their skin has a glow to it- this is due to the fact that her body is experiencing increased blood flow due to the presence of the child. Other women may develop freckles, moles or rashes. All these changes are simply a part of being a healthy pregnant woman.