After the birth of my first baby, my thought was, "I can't do this again." After the birth of my second baby, I couldn't wait to do it again! A huge difference was hiring Chelsea as my doula for my second. I couldn't believe how much she helped me through the contractions and how her positioning recommendations helped me progress. I realized that our medical system seems to know little about the natural process of child birth. Simple things like birthing positions and massaging the mom through contractions made a world of difference! I wanted to yell it from the rooftops. Chelsea was encouraging and helpful with guidance but not pushy. I went without medication until nitrous oxide during transition. My daughter just turned one, and I still think so fondly on that special day. I loved it. ?? I know it can't always be that wonderful, but it could be for so many more births. My advice: walk as much and as long as possible, try not to lie on your back, and hire Chelsea to help with the rest!