I am doula as well as a nanny. I have only done two births so far. My preggie lady just gave birth on Halloween night at 11pm. The first birth I attended as a doula, the baby was a preemie and this was her fifth one. the baby was out before the nurse could even wash her hands. I did not see the whole thing mostly because the lady had a hold of my upper arm and was not letting go. This time I got to see everything. It was the most amazing experience that I have ever witnessed.
My daughter was born via c-section so I have never seen a vaginal birth before. I was so pleased with myself after it was all said and done.
The mother could not thank me enough for helping her through this. Her husband is in the UK and was not able to make it for the birth. I was her only real support person. Her aunt was there but she had a weak stomach and did not know how to help her. That is were I come in......Jess to the rescue!
The nurses said that they could use me around more often and that they would love for me to volunteer on a regular basis. I told them that I am working full time and that I needed to spend the rest of my time with my family, but I would volunteer when I am off with my baby in a few years. I also told them that I am planning to go to nursing school after I have my baby and after my baby is about 3 years old. It sounds like a long time from now but I have to take care of my family needs first. I will be a nurse when I am about 35-37. that will give me 30 years in that profession.
I would write about the whole birth but it would take me a while. Maybe another day!
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