Well, hi. I know I’ve been MIA for a couple of weeks now, but I have very good reason. Let me introduce you to our new son, Hawkins Isaac. Our little man came into the world shortly before Christmas so we’ve had a lot to celebrate this season. And we’ve been super busy, if you […]
Unto Us A Son Is Born
The Munchkin’s Birth Story, Part 2
To read Part 1 of my birth story, click here. Of the things I remember, the car ride to the hospital is etched clearly in my mind. It was one of the most painful experiences of my life. I was having contractions one on top of the other and my body was telling me to […]
The Munchkin’s Birth Story, Part 1
Late in the night of November 26, 2012, I awoke from a very uncomfortable pain radiating from my lower back and into my hips. Thinking it was my normal nightly hip pain, I tried to ignore it and go back to sleep. Despite my best efforts, about every 15-20 minutes I was rudely awakened by […]
Why I Chose Natural Birth
One question I get asked almost immediately by everyone who learns I’m pregnant is “Who’s your doctor?” or “Which hospital are you using?” Most people are completely shocked when I tell them I don’t have a doctor and I’m not giving birth in a hospital. Instead, I’ve chosen to have a completely natural birth at […]