tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post8752795366376620415..comments2023-11-16T07:27:50.279-05:00Comments on Caring for Carleigh: Lynnette's book-Chapter 4Hollyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15431384515813384025noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-42014481773622841712009-08-06T18:11:37.905-04:002009-08-06T18:11:37.905-04:00I haven't ever experienced labor! The closest...I haven't ever experienced labor! The closest I came was with my second baby, Owen. I had lots of contractions, some pretty strong, in the days leading up to his birth. I have had c-sections for all 4 of my babies.<br />I had never heard of CDH. It's so sad-it just seems like it should be fixable!<br />I love the words Kyle spoke. I love the image it gives me in my mind! And the truth of it! Who doesn't need to be reminded that the Lord is in control? Awesome.<br />I read Psalm 34 a lot! I also read Job when I am going through difficult times-big or smaller. I love it and the ways God reveals Himself to Job. I love worship music, also!<br />I would say a million times yes! to having Haven. He was worth every minute of pain and sorrow. I am so glad God chose us to be his family. It is an honor we have never taken lightly!!Andinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-25989001914922543232009-08-05T12:24:03.130-04:002009-08-05T12:24:03.130-04:00I chose to have my daughter naturally with no drug...I chose to have my daughter naturally with no drugs and it was AMAZING! We had a waterbirth which made it easier for both the baby and I. I'm annoyed with the media's depiction of horrible birth stories--it doesn't have to be that way, and I think that many women go into labor scared because of what they think it's going to be like.<br /><br /> The key to a good natural birth is preparation. I used Hypnobirthing as well as other things for relaxation while in labor (Bible readings, music, dim lights, etc.). Our birthing experience was so peaceful as a result that my daughter stayed awake and alert for 2 hours afterward, had no trouble nursing (the epidural medicine often causes latch problems), and I was able to catch her myself and bring her up to me when she came out (I have our birthing story and more info on my blog if you're interested). <br /><br />At the same time, some women don't have the option of a natural birth and shouldn't be made to feel badly about that. Any way you do it, I think the important thing is to embrace the beauty and amazingness of such an event. <br /><br />Thank you for being honest and an encouragement in your blog! I just came across it and it has really ministered to me. THANK YOU!<br /><br />Blessings and love,<br />RachelLifeMoreSimplyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13740159198016197628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-16671948380304344732009-08-03T23:23:51.347-04:002009-08-03T23:23:51.347-04:00I had my last two kids 17 months apart and it was ...I had my last two kids 17 months apart and it was hard when they were very little, so I can see where Lynnette was upset about being pregnant again. The more I hear people's birthing/labor stories the gladder I am that I didn't go through that! I guess with a c-section you have pain AFTER the baby comes. ~DebbieDebbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12448140232721222635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3142944844041536061.post-58224339690936172822009-08-03T21:43:46.087-04:002009-08-03T21:43:46.087-04:00I think there is always a fear of the unknown with...I think there is always a fear of the unknown with a woman's pregnancy, but that fear has to be 10 folds when you have experienced a loss first hand. I know your next pregnancy will be a difficult one because of that, but I also know that you are strong and fast in the Lord and you've proved to overcome it before, you would do it again!<br /><br />I also had the epidural. Personally, I would think i would be so consumed in pain to even enjoy the birthing moments of that baby being laid on my tummy. I say that now, but who knows really how I would be - but i don't plan on NOT having the epidural at all :)<br /><br />KLOVE is a great station! I have made a few christian cds for my car, and always have Music Choice on tv during the day (great background music). I also find comfort in words of song - there is a mood and emotion that can be felt a little stronger than reading it (for me at least).<br /><br />I know it would be easy for me to say I would walk your road if I had the choice - because I haven't felt that pain of losing my baby. But I am so touched that you, as well, agree to take the same path if you were given a choice whether to carry Carleigh or not.Aprilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11868036971902162708noreply@blogger.com