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Tuesday, December 4, 2007

Midwife

I still haven't found the motivation to look for a midwife. There are several that are in the area and highly recommended. I called one who said she would be in town at the end of June and another never returned my phone call. I really don't want to go to an "office" for my visits. I've probably written about this already, but I'm working through this. I really like having a midwife. I know I can birth on my own without any problems but I really like the support of a woman there, too. She can be there any time of day or night bringing necessary herbs or homeopathics. She can birth a breech or help give ideas to flip a posterior one. She is full of knowledge that is gained just as those supportive women had centuries ago. That's a great thing to have that security. I know Danny would be able to be a great support and he even said we "didn't need anyone the next time"! But my concern is what if the kids are demanding or if one is sick or needs a heiny wipe? Also, I really like the prenatal visits. I like the bond that is created between the midwife and I. I like hearing about other birthings and feeling the passion about births that she shares. I really hope to find that person. I miss Liz and Gail. They were so great. I just want to find someone who trusts that I know what to do when it comes time to birthing. That I know my body. That I know that I need to lean forward to birth. That respects me as a women and a mom who has given birth 4 times before. I don't want a director or someone to count while I breathe. I want an advisor. I'm certain I'll find the right person. I just need to get the urge to start looking.

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