How to have a positive mindset about birth?

Question

I'm 38 weeks and starting to freak out. Each day I get closer to seeing my baby but also closer to going into labor for the first time. I really want to stay positive the entire time, no matter what. I'd like to think back on my childs birth with positive thoughts instead of being frightened and negative. Any advice? Or books that cover this? Thank you!

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Anything by Ina May but guide to childbirth is the standard, hypnobirthing, birthing without fear, anything else they suggest when looking those up.

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You never know what is going to happen or how you will feel when it actually happen.  I had a great pregnancy.  I knew God was going to be there and it was going to be a beautiful moment regardless. I stayed positive and calm so my baby wouldn’t feel stressed. You got this!!!

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Pray if your religious it really does help also my sister said your adrenaline will be pumping when you go into labor so it makes it easier because it feels like your body already knows what to do.

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Even if you are not having a home birth, Ina May Gaskins books were very positive for me. I was a ball of nerves for my 3rd and 4th births, it was 12years since my 2nd baby. It was empowering to read so many positive birth stories 😁

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My religion has helped me in my 2 births, so I rely on it for the 3rd . Good luck.

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