Yes, I said Natural Childbirth!

Saturday morning we spent at our Bradley Childbirth Class, which I am finding very informative and helpful!!! So many people give me that crazy look when I tell them I'm going to try to have a natural childbirth. Are you serious, they say??? YES, I'm gonna try, so don't be so negative. I am prepared for intervention if there is a medical need, otherwise I want to give my body the opportunity to do what nature intended, no pitocin, no c-section, no epidural.

I have faith in my body; I was made to give birth. I've been reading about the mind/body connection and it is quite amazing how much our minds can affect our bodies. If our minds are fearful, our bodies will follow. You are probably thinking, oh, Tonya, come on. I am strong and I at least have the right to try!!! I might change my mind, but I just might surprise you!!!

Sunday afternoon I tried a Yoga for Pregnancy & Childbirth Class at The Yoga Center of Huntsville. I have attempted Yoga in the past and not stuck with it. I tend to favor more "active" type exercises like running or circuit training where you can play loud music, move around a lot and work up a healthy sweat. I decided to give Yoga another try to help me with relaxation and focusing for childbirth. I went and the first few minutes, I was thinking, ok, not coming back. But, by the end of the class I was hooked. I found I have to be in the right mindset- breathe slowly, let go and listen to your body.

So, I am staying positive and practicing my relaxation and exercises daily. In the end a healthy baby is what we want, but there's no harm in trying for a natural childbirth! :)

So, in a nutshell I am trying to say, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it"! :)