My due date is only 12 days away, though if the baby is late it can be as long as another 3 weeks. Either way, I feel as though my field of concentration is narrowing down to giving birth. My body, my mind, everything is funneling towards this particular moment in time.
Throughout my pregnancy I've tried very hard to work through my notions about birth, doing my best to push past those conventions of American medicine that harm more than help. I've tried to view labor and delivery as anything but a medical process.
So everyone keeps asking me if I'm nervous or scared. And after searching myself I really don't think I am. Doctors and hospitals? Scary, yes. A midwife I'm on first name basis with and the comfort of my own home? No cause for fright.
I feel very sober yet peaceful about bringing my daughter into the world.
Monday, October 8, 2007
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I can't wait for little Lucy to come into the world. I know you are going to handle birth like a true champ. My knees are knocking about the marathon, but your quiet confidence inspires me!
Kudos, Meredith, on your "quiet confidence" remark. I think that adequately describes Sarah.
Sarah, you constantly amaze me! Your advice, humor, and outlook on life always keeps me in line. Thanks for sharing.
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