23 Apr 2014

My experience with epidural and natural birth

Every mother has the right to choose how and where she gives birth to her own children. YouTuber Jess (from GabeAndJesss) has 4 children and has experienced 3 very different births. She shares her story with us in her video below.

Source: Youtube/GabeAndJesss

Watch the birth videos Jess refers to here. (WARNING: Videos contain graphic content)

Lilia's birth (with epidural & IV meds)
The twin's birth (hospital, unmedicated)
Landen's birth (home, water birth)

How did you give birth? Share your stories with us below!

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