Birthing positions; which one did you give birth in?

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Anyone else not wanting to give birth whilst lying down on their backs? With my first I was induced so the contractions were the most horrible thing in the world and I was stuck to the bed...ended up with an EMCS. 
I always wanted a water birth and want to push for that this time around. I'm hoping I can labour at home as much as possible and I don't have to go in until I can't stand the contractions any longer. When put in a delivery suite I'd love for it to be the homely one, where you're able to move around and use the birthing pool. If I can't give birth in the water, then I want to give birth kneeling, on all fours or standing up. To me, giving birth whilst on my back makes no sense!

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My plan is to labor as long as possible at home. Go to the hospital last possible minute.

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I want to try different positions. Being on your back isn't very conducive to birthing smoothly. They said squatting works best, and helps to relax the pelvic floor. My friend is a midwife and says the best position is actually like you're sitting on the toilet. I don't think I can have a water birth bc a tub isn't available at the hospital unfortunately. My OB is open to any birthing positions and has even delivered in the bathroom so that is encouraging.

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I was in the bed with my daughter. Super smooth delivery other then having front and back labor.

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Last time I was induced & had to stay in bed. I want to walk as much as I can this time & try to labor as long as I can with no meds. But I have a feeling that won't happen. Especially if he's big and I'm induced again.

Birthing positions; which one did you give birth in?

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