Embracing Motherhood: Personal Pregnancy and Birth Stories

Motherhood Intended

Feb 15 2024 • 36 mins

In this podcast episode, Jacqueline invites her sisters-in-law, Rachael and Summer, to share their individual experiences of pregnancy and childbirth. Rachael discusses her pregnancy journey and her son's eventual c-section birth (on his due date!). Summer details her attempts to have a natural labor which ultimately resulted in a scheduled induction. Throughout their conversation, both moms also open up about the unexpected aspects of their journeys. Overall, their stories highlight the varied nature of pregnancy, the shared joy of motherhood, and the resilience of women.

00:00 Introduction and Welcoming Guests

00:19 Rachael's Pregnancy and Birth Story

05:47 Rachael's C-Section Experience and Recovery

11:12 Summer's Pregnancy Journey Begins

13:28 The Struggles of Pregnancy

14:10 Summer's Wait for Labor

19:02 The Long Pushing Stage

21:07 The Magic of Forgetting

22:07 The Joy of New Additions to the Family

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