8am feb 23rd they inserted the Gel to bring on labor and cramps started almost immediately . I was so terrified because I had researched how inductions are generally more painful. I labored for 6 hours before hopping In the bath which was beautiful relief - for a little while ! The pains intensified and my waters broke. I was really getting very panicky at each contraction and we decided an epidural was best - sweet sweet relief !!! Oh it was so nice ! I rested for a good few hours until I started to feel pressure to push . The OB was called back as she had thought I'd be hours away . She missed her coming out by about 10 seconds and the midwife caught her! It was so terrifying as I was pushing because your body is saying push and your mind is screaming no!! She was placed on my chest and I still can't believe what my body did . My husband was in awe ❤ I had second degree tearing but have honestly found it not very painful post delivery - maybe I'm too distracted 😍

Bethany Louise born 7.53pm feb 23 

2.95kg