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My Birthing Story

Breathe.. Breathe.. Push.. Breathe.. Push..

I can still remember every detail of my birth story. The pain and joy that I felt for the very first time. :)

November 8, Sunday..

Today marks my 36th week of pregnancy. Since day 1, we have been preparing, emotionally, physically and spiritually. We've been reading a lot of articles, books and blogs on how we can understand or maybe estimate the things will happen on our delivery day. If you know me personally, you would know that I always want to be prepared ;)

We started our day finishing our laundry, I help my husband and decided to seat in a squat position using a stool. I've read in many articles that squat position will help you prepare your hips and will open wide space for the baby to come out easier. After doing the laundry, I felt a little bit of tiredness and decided to take a nap.

We went on our day not expecting that the D-day is coming too soon. After attending church, I went to the wash room (Pregnant ladies! we pee almost every hour, right? Oh ako lang ba naka-experience nun? Lol) and to my shock there is BLOOD! in my underwear. I hurriedly went back to my husband and told him about the CR moment. We, then, decided to text Ate Lornie our trusted midwife (Yes! You read it right! Midwife! I will have a different blog about our birth choices). She asked me a couple of questions then advise me to rest and do not be pressured. By that time, there is a little bit of pain in my lower tummy (puson in tagalog) but not intense so I just keep calm.

November 9, Monday..

Alarm is at 6 am but I usually get out of bed at 6;30 am. I asked my husband if I should go to the office and he asked me about how am I feeling. There is pain but not too intense. We continually time every contraction and update Ate Lornie from time to time. We continue with our daily routine by taking a bath, cooking and eating breakfast. By time I went to bath, the pain is starting to show off! It's getting more intense when I cooked our breakfast to the point I can't finish cooking anymore.

Ate Lornie advise me to eat, drink plenty of water and reserve energy, Rest as much as you can! There are a lot funny moments during my labor day :) Because, this is really unexpected I had to turn over or inform my employer very quick before I got consumed by the pain and while I am still in my sanity lol

Rolyn had to call me and ask few questions about work. During our call, I can't help but moan and shout for pain. She's very encouraging! And I feel like, she can also feel what I am going through lol

We decided it's time to go to Shiphrah Birthing Home in Taytay. The rain is starting to fall and we better be get moving to avoid the traffic. Thank God the cab driver is very understanding of our situation. He drives really fast! :)

During our ride, I am asking myself if this is the right decision maybe I can still change my mind and the driver to bring me in the nearest hospital. The pain is superrrrr intense!!!! I kept changing position and moving in the tiny space I have. I honestly want to shout but decided to sing a worship song instead. I keep reminding myself that my strength comes from the Lord and He will deliver me from this situation.

Before 12nn we reached Shiprah and welcomed by Ate Lornie. She POLITELY (caps lock para intense! lol) asked me if she can perform an Internal Exam. I bet you! Ate Lornie is highly recommended! She will respect your privacy, decision and listen to your needs. :) She found out that I am 7cm dilated. OMG! That is too fast! Miggy is cooperating and listening to Mommy very well.

At 1:30pm the kiddie pool is now ready and I decided to jump in. The warm water ease the pain! I felt calm and relax. But then again, the pain started to shoot up and my water bag broke! Ate Lornie is keeping me up to date. Every update I just keep saying "Praise God! Thank you, Jesus!'

At 3pm.. Poooooop!!! And there is Miguel Isaiah Alfonso!!!!

First phrase I uttered.. Praise God! :)

Then, we cried and whispered a prayer. That very moment, I have dedicated Miguel to God.

My prayer goes like this..

God, I dedicate Miguel to you. He came from you and He is your son. Use him mightily and according to your will.

Serene, Peaceful and Comfort. :)
Me, Husband, Ate Lornie and Kiddie Pool

Miguel Isaiah dela Paz Alfonso
Nov 9, 2015. 3:00pm.4.2kg

To my future self

Today, you might have made a big mistake but you learned from it. Love and take care yourself. No one will care about you more than yourself. Don't give your all. Have something for yourself. Treat yourself as special and one of a kind. Continue to dream high. Believe that by His blood you have been saved. No one can condemn you.