Eve had asked Daniel and me awhile ago if she could watch the baby being born. I wasn't exactly for it since I felt it might be a bit stressful for her, but Daniel thought she'd do fine. We talked it over and agreed that Eve could be with us for the part where the baby was about to be birthed, as long as someone was with her and able to take her from the room if it became too much.Those last few minutes before Eliza were born were really intense for me, but I do remember a couple of specifics - the new morning sun shining in my face making me feel as if I really could birth this baby, and I remember seeing Eve's face.
I am thankful she was able to witness her sister's birth, I am thankful I could see her face when she realized that we had a girl, and I am thankful that I will always have the memory of her being with me and Daniel.
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What a beautiful story!I really think there is wisdom in having someone there with her, in case it became too intense for her. We had debated about the same thing regarding having Lily attend my third birth, back in July. I am not sure if she was ready for it, so I just decided to have her go with Grandma and Grandpa. But I certainly think she will be ready to view the birth of her next sibling. (Should God bless us with one.) I think birth is such a wonderful thing for daughters to see. So much of our beliefs about birth are affected by our mother's experiences. So to share your birth experience with your daughter, and to permit her to see that it truly is a "labor of love" is such a heritage. Blessings!
That is truly awesome! I felt the exact same way with my girls. I am so happy that they got to be there and see their little sister being born. It may sound a bit silly , but I feel its important too to pass on the knowledge of a "natural" birth. I think so many woman now days just feel like they couldnt possibly give birth without a ton of intervention and pain relief. I think its great that we can show our daughters generation that they CAN do it. Great job Mom!!
Alicia
What a power picture. Eve watching her own sister coming into this world. I think it's beautiful. That's something not alot of children get to say. That's something she will always be proud of. Just think of that bond those sisters will have. Amazing!!
That's so beautiful and I am sure she will cherish that memory always! Congratulations on the new edition to your lovely family!
I have tears in my eyes. You know Madison didnt ever say if she wanted to be in the room when Miller was birthed....but we did however take her out of school that day and our Childrens Pastor stayed in the waiting room with her all.day.long...he is great...just awesome....she would come in and out...took him on a tour of the entire hospital....they had Starbucks together....but when the time actually came...she saw me right before and smiled with big tears and said this is it....I'm not an only child anymore and said I love you mommy.....remember she was 8 and 1/2....I smiled and said....yes but your my only girl and I will love you forever....and my mom whisked her away...and as she walked off she said I'm praying for you mommy.....how tough is that? I remember it as if it were yesterday....while pushing I yelled a little as we do....she could hear me and said you can do it momma....I knew I could.....she was behind me every step of the way.....those girls....they can get their mamma's through anything....
I'm so glad you had the warm sun on your face that wonderful morning...and Eve's beautiful little face too.....what a blessing!
I think it's awesome that Eve was able to watch the miracle of birth. I think we sometimes don't give our kids enough credit at being able to handle certain situations. I'm glad that you decided to let he be involved (with the option of leaving if needed). Definitely a memory you all will treasure for years and the picture is incredible...such a story! Do you scrapbook?? Because I see a ton of potential layouts in that one photograph!!
What an incredible moment that must have been for Eve!! I'm sure you BOTH will cherish these memories forever!!! Take care Andrea, relax a little, and most importantly...enjoy your 3 angels that God has most definatly blessed you and Daniel with!!!
Congratulations! I've been away and thought about you all week. She's beautiful and it's wonderful that Eve got to be there. My oldest was there for my youngest and he loved it. It was an amazing thing! I love your name, too! Good job, Mommy!
That is so cool. I'm so glad for all of you, that you can birth at home!
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