I’m a L&D Nurse and I still can’t get enough of birth stories. The stories like yours are the ones I’ll remember forever. There is nothing like going through an emergency and getting a mother and baby through safely.
Preeclampsia and twins. Vaginal birth no drugs. 9 minutes apart. I refused these kind of interventions. I received no hassle from the doctors or mid-wives. I informed myself and did what I had to ensure full gestation of 37 weeks. I went into labor at 23 weeks. There was no way I was going to allow this nonsense.
I swear Marlena, you've really been thru the mill, but at last you have a wonderful, supportive husband and a beautiful baby girl. Congratulations!!! I been a subscriber for a long time and it is good to finally see you happy! The Perils of Marlena! You could write a book!!! Take care-enjoy your baby!
Let me know what all you want to see as far as videos go! Do you like live videos or pre filmed? Long or short videos? Cooking videos? Here or on Instagram? Give me all feedback and I’ll cater content around what you like ❤️
How much would the classes be?? Id LOVE to do something like that but right now I'm an out of work esthetician soooo really cant afford too much extra..but id still think about it!
I’d love to see a skincare video, I love your live tutorials, current obsessions, full face of nothing new, all time favorite products. Also dying to know if you color your hair yourself? Is it bleached then color over it?? I have dark hair too and am always looking for ideas
Being a parent is hardest job ever that doesn't come with an instruction manual but the MOST rewarding and impactful experience ever. The love you have you your children is like nothing else. Sending so much love to you Marlena.
You look so happy, Marlena. I'm so glad for you. I've been following you for such a long time, through ups and downs and I finally see you in the best of places emotionally. Congrats on the baby and keep enjoying your beautiful family.
That medical team sounds incompetent. This should never have happened. If the baby is in that much distress the first thing should have been a c-section. I have been a nurse for 18 years, never should have gone this far.
@@MelanieMW They just had to switch their standard PPE to prepare for possible airborne transmission. Intubating patients can cause aerosol transmission of virus so N95s are mandatory. Same with CPR, God forbid.
Kimberley Dawn my sister had a similar delivery but part of it was my sister wanted to deliver natural so bad and every time the nurse or doctor said we need to start talking surgery my sister would dig in and say no I’m going to do this like natural. We were begging her to go with surgery but until the baby was in danger she was not giving in. From what she’s describing she was in that same stubborn I can do it I got this far I’m going to be ok. Some times your body just fights you. That is why so many women died back in the day from delivery you can never predict your body and until the epidural she was handling things well
TOTALLY AGREE!!!! Too many risk factors to not have just done the C!!! The baby was full term, so forget natural birth when the baby and mom are having so much distress!!!
Happens all the time. Guess what? You can't sue. They are covered under "known complications of birth". Similar story with my firstborn, although I needed surgery to repair and am affected for life with multiple surgeries in my future as a result.
Marlena, I’ve followed you for a long time, and I’ve never had kids (I’m 53), but I was crying tears of joy listening to your birth story! I can relate to the fact that seems like so many of our big life events definitely don’t go as planned! I’m so thrilled and happy for you and your husband! Many blessings! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰
You look great! Congratulations on your baby, and your happy life. I've been with you for a long time, and it is nice to see you happy and excited to be back on RUclips.
Thank you for sharing your birth story with us, Marlena. Hearing you describe your love for her is absolutely beautiful. And let me just say, you are a HERO! You were connected to your baby and paying attention, because of that, you noticed she wasn't moving as much as she normally did and you contacted your doctor. You saved your baby. I am so happy for you and your family.
You are such a doll Marlena. I had 2 boys and my youngest (1 yrs old), was such a traumatic experience too. The pain made me feel DELUSIONAL to the max. You're not the only one doll, it is a birthing thing I swear. And for my first son (10 yrs old), my epidural came out too! But the nurse didn't notice i just felt my back all wet. Welcome to motherhood Marlena! It's the most wonderful experience you'll ever have ♡
So sorry you had such a dramatic birth. It happened with my first daughter and it put me off having more until 10 years later. And low and behold, I had 2 more beautiful experiences.
The fact that no one had you tested when the doctor said you were having the baby that day is concerning. That's the first thing they should have done being impatient and a possible surgery patient. Dropped the ball big time.
I appreciate you being so open about your experience. I think it's important for people to know, not to scare them, but so they know things can go wrong but end up OK. I'm forever grateful that my mom made sure I knew the details of how traumatic things were when she had me (granted, this was over 30 years ago), but that my little brother's birth 10 years later was nowhere near as scary or dangerous.
GIRL! We love you! I have been following you since before you had 1k followers and am over the moon you got your baby!!!! I had a crazy birth as well, but those tough determined little girls of ours grow up to be kick-a$$ women (mine is just shy of 19). I was in labor for 63 hours. Wound up with a c-section and my epidural had pulled out, so the entire surgery was UNMEDIATED. I flat lined, the staff wheeled the baby out one door, my husband out the other. They had to sew me up fast so they could paddle me - which THANK GOD they didnt' have to do. One nurse, an angel, realized my epi was out and drugged me hardcore. Medical staff of all types are absolute GODSENDS. I am so excited you have a happy healthy baby girl! Best of luck mama!! xoxo
I love Marlena so much, I remember when you conceived and had just found out and we are all rejoicing with you, now the hope of your baby is fully manifested and she’s here!!!! What a beautiful story of not giving up and losing hope!! It’s really beautiful
This happened to me, they told me that they didnt know she would make it. I said a prayer a few seconds into the OR, and all of a sudden I don't feel her move anymore. They gave me something to drink. And I passed out. I woke up 40 minites later in a white room, no baby, no husband. But they were in the nursery together, thank god. Bless You and your family Marlena!!
Marlena, big hugs from one momma to another! I had a traumatic birth story last December. I had an emergency C-section and then baby boy was rushed to NICU. I didn't get to meet him for over 2 hours. He then spent 1 week at Children's Hospital. Today he is doing great, praise be to God! ❤
And this is why I love you Marlena! When you are so awesome with your subscribers. You are a RUclips OG and Legend in my eyes. Thank you for your honesty with Marste.
How would people thumbs down on a video so beautiful as this!!!! It’s a very personal experience Marlena chose to share! We should get all fuzzy about the love she now experiences with her little family! Love you Marlena!!!!
Congrats Marlena, tough birth story, but you did it girl! I had 3 vaginal births, last one was pretty traumatic but as you said, do it all over again for our angels!
Wow, you poor thing, just finished hearing the whole story - geez, you went through traumatic events for sure. You look relieved and healthy. Good to hear. :)
I had almost the exact same experience as you! I’m crying listening to it. It was so so scary. After 36 hrs of labor baby came out not breathing after the C-section and they had to intubate him- it was a whole thing. He was ok thankfully but it was so awful to not hear him cry 🤕 I am a year out from my birth and still have nightmares here and there- but the pure joy he brings me has outweighed all the negative emotions. It’s amazing how they have the power to do that! I have watched you for years and years and I’m just so happy for you! ❤️
I'm a Glam'ma of 2 and I am obsessed with my kiddos! Yes, cooking vids, let's see the baby too and makeup, skincare, and all things Marlena!! Congrats, with baby and your new beautiful life! So happy for you.
Mine too and what's worse was after the birth they brought us food and served him first because he was traumatized,you'd think I hadn't just pushed out a human.. let's just say he knew better for the second lol.
@@Jac-Jay lol omg. I couldn't eat for almost 24hrs or more. I just remember being in labor 30hrs. Men... if we counted on them to give birth, we'd be screwed lol
I also had a traumatic birth. Very similar, I was in labor for 48 hours, pushed for 4 hours straight.. the epidural worked a little TOO well.. I couldnt feel to push effectively .. plus he just didnt want to come out. I had a c-section, the surgeon accidentally cut my bowel and I lost a ton of blood, went into convulsions and was awake through all of it. My baby was 9lbs 6 oz... im 105 lbs and 5'4.. very petite. There was no other way he was coming out lol. I had to be given medication to stop convulsions, I was so weak.. I couldnt even hold him for hours afterward.. that was the hardest part. No one ever talks about these kinds of birth experiences, so I am so glad you shared yours. More women should. Congrats on your baby girl, I am a looonnnggg time subscriber and i'm just so genuinely happy for you and your family.
Marlena I cannot tell you how much I appreciate and adore you ! You have been my first beauty “guru” here on RUclips and to this day you are #1! I wish one day to be able to meet you and tell you face to face how much you have inspired me and helped me through the years ! God bless you and your beautiful family xoxox
Just ordered some shadows! I've always watched your tutorials but never "invested" in makeup geek. Thanks for being an authentic figure in the beauty community
Welcome to motherhood brain! It’s totally worth it. I am sorry you had a rough birth. I’ve had four kids and two were traumatic. Loving your square pans. Praying every blessing over you three and your loved ones.
And 12 years later....lmao....nothing much changes. Made me such an emotion being! Lol🤍☀️💋Hope you are staying healthy and safe! Sending Positive Vibes from South Florida 🥰
Love you Marlena!!! I had two c sections and I felt everything just NO PAIN. I’m so glad you and babygirl made it through safe and sound. You’re an amazing person and I’m sure you’re and even better mommy. God bless you and your family. Can’t wait until life is back to normal so you can start making many memories together. Hope we can tag along.
You usually can still feel during c section when you have a pain block. You can feel tugging and pressure etc. you just shouldn’t feel pain but can definitely feel.
With my first two I felt the pressure and tugging. With my 3rd, it didn’t work. They got through but once they got to him I felt everything. They tried to add more and it didn’t work. I held on till they got him out and then they put me under. I’m so glad he was my last because I couldn’t do that again.
Dear Marlena, it's a gift to have you back here. Congratulations! Can't wait to see Adelina. I am very sad to hear you traumatic birth story. But I know that you will get over it, you are very strong. I never wanted to have more than 2 kids and they are 4 now. 3 girls and last year I got my baby boy at the age of 42. They also said I'd have problems getting pregnant. Once you start, it works, trust me. My 3rd delivery was also traumatic. But I prepared myself very well for Ricardo. Today I never think about the negative. I just enjoy the time with them. It's gonna be the same for you!!!
She's lucky she's alive. This was in my recommended and I'm not sure why because I don't have nor want kids, but this just gave me validation (traumatized)
Giving birth was the two best days of my life. It’s not easy but it’s worth every second of the difficulty. Women are more at risk or complications as maternal age increases, and if you have other things going on like a higher weight etc. Medical professionals are so great. They do such a wonderful job. No reason to be overly afraid. Probably in more danger getting into your car, honestly.
Omg! Crazy! Oh girl, I feel you. Crying and just ready to get this done. My labor was like a freight train. 45 mins my son was born. I got sick with toxemia when my son was 6 days old. I was in the hospital for 4 days on magnesium and I feel like all I did was cry for 4 days. My son is 21 now and I would go through all of it all over again. Congrats mama, my son is the best thing I ever did in my life!
I've had 4 c-sections and the foupa did not go away..all slightly different incisions jacked my tummy up. But I'm a proud mama and now grandma! It is what it is..❤Love to you and your beautiful family !
Shel Martin now ya say that it was the circle pans on the site, I nearly fall off the bed when I seen mug there!!! They was out of stock on loads of shades I’m waiting on the magic email to say it’s in stock 😁😎
Marlena I’m so sorry your birth story was so traumatic. You worked so hard to have her from start to finish. Motherhood is an incredible gift and you already are an amazing mama. 💕
Sounds to me like the anesthesiologist responsible for the epidural had no idea what the hell he was doing!! I´ve been a nurse for many years, and this story illuminates a great deal of incompetence related to your experience, including the impromptu covid test. What a mess! Iḿ glad you and your baby are OK.
Jeanine I totally agree! I’m also a RN, and unfortunately have also been a patient. You nailed it when you said Marlena’s story illuminated a great deal of incompetence! My last experience was an emergency as my bowel became twisted on a prior surgical adhesion ... causing me to become very sick and needing emergency surgery to correct the condition (septic shock ). I also have fibromyalgia (20 years) so I’ve been prescribed Oxy for pain for years. Well .... that becomes a serious problem in an emergency situation with pain and surgery when the anesthesiologist can’t do his job and you wake up during surgery from the pain... kinda the worst thing ever.
Bummer you’re closing out Marste, I have a lot of pieces and I love them! Totally understand though. We own a business and I cannot imagine having TWO to run!
You should check the website. They have several items for 5, 10, 15. Ect.... way cheaper than original price. Not many items left, but maybe you will find something you like....
Guess they've forgotten about the early days of covid 🤷🏻♀️ She should've been tested a few days before or at least upon her arrival! One of my friends had her baby last week & they tested her at the hospital when she arrived. Turns out she's positive for covid & right after she gave birth they took her baby. She can't be his mom for 2 whole weeks! She had no symptoms..same with her husband 😭 Feel so bad for them!! I always thought moms make antibodies to any virus the mother has thru her breast milk so baby doesnt get sick, anyone else ever heard that? Is it only some viruses?? Or maybe they are taking extra precautions??
@@rebeccablair9626 It makes antibodies to help, but it doesn't prevent the baby from getting sick. Just *and hopefully* not as sick. Breastmilk is still the best milk to give your baby. That said, keeping them away from anyone sick is the absolutely best.
Hard to say what was happening 3 months ago and the testing protocols back then but once you have to place a breathing tube in the risks of transmission shoot way up for the people around the patient. If she was being put under the anesthesia team would be placing a breathing tube so that may have triggered the sudden rush to put on specialized PPE.
I will watch anything! Especially Current Obsession videos. Heck. I'm a cat mom and don't plan on ever changing that but I'd still watch your mom/baby current obsessions. You're so genuine and have so much integrity that I'll legit watch all the content.
I didn’t have a c section, but I was in labor for like 37 hours. The exhaustion is unreal. I could barely hold my arms up to hold my daughter after delivering. Congratulations!
Yes.. and messed up hormones or the effects of hormones can certainly last longer than three months!! Especially since u are still breast feeding !!! And also because of adjusting. To a newborn and sleeping issues
Not to be negative, but I feel like I have to say: you might not be able to boost your supply. By all means, try everything! But here’s what happened with me: I was OBSESSED with trying to boost my extremely low milk supply, tried absolutely everything, and nothing, absolutely nothing, improved it. My lactation consultant finally said to me “You have done everything I’d tell you to do - if it’s not working now, it might not work.” My OB, who delivered my baby three days before having one of her own, had the exact same experience, as did another friend of mine who had a baby a year ago. I guess it’s rare, and most women can supply adequately, but chronically low-supply is a thing that happens, and there is no shame in it, as frustrating as I can tell you it is and as hard as it is to cope with. I hope it improves, truly - but my heart goes out to you in advance if it doesn’t.
Thanks for sharing your experience! I hate when I see women being shamed for things like this that are beyond your control. Whatever you are doing, if it's coming from a place of loving your baby and yourself, you're doing the right thing!
BeautyWearsBoots I was shamed in front of an entire family. One holiday, we showed up with my then 6 mth old, and when I went to use a ready to go premix bottle, the sister in law screamed....where is her breast milk! Screamed this in front of all! So embarrassing. Meanwhile, she’s never had kids of her own andshes old now. We can’t say anything bc she’s the golden child.
Your body knows what those babies need. I breast fed twins, no supplementation and I worked full time for 4 months after the birth recovery. She does not need to supplement.
Bourgeois Barbie That’s great for you. When I said I tried everything, I did not stutter. Most women’s bodies can do it - mine could not. Other women’s might not. I hope as few women have to go through what I did as possible, because it sucked and I felt judged and defeated. Kind of like how I’m feeling now with this comment from you. 👋🏼
@@kristincook4354 Actually, I thought that too with my first pregnancy; I educated myself and critically thought through it. These modern doctors are way out of line and serve an agenda. DO NOT let them make your decisions for you because you think they have YOUR best interest at hand. I was lucky with my midwives and attending physician. I have a strong background in a clinical "medicine" and applied sciences of this subject-matter. When did you so-called intelligent people become so closed-minded? OR is that the new sign of intelligence? to shut out people who might be contrarian to your dogma? Or hurt your feelings because maybe they thought of something or suggested something that you didn't and in doing so, warped your self-perception of perfection? Whatever. This beauty community is very ugly and foolish.
Thank you for sharing Marlena, it was very generous of you to share such a traumatic experience. I hope through sharing you'll remember the funny and sweet moment above all else. I'm glad you and baby are doing well.
tiktok has too much catchy stuff and only short videos so i really agree that it's not where u wanna go 🤔 i still think that RUclips fits what u r doing！keep up with the great work!
OMG Marlena your story is my story! I went in because off lack of movement from the baby then they told me I had to stay and I never really dilated and my daughter's heart rate dropped so I had to have a C-section. I could feel them cutting me and I screamed I can feel it I can feel lt! They gave me some strong Morphine and then finally I was numb. That was 26 years ago! Also by the way I want you to know I recently purchased your large empty palette and filled it up with your single eyeshadows and I love them sooooo much!
I've been with you nearly from the beginning of your channel and loved every video. I watched every change in you life, what happened and was kind of a part of it. So I'm so glad to see you back . Happy and healthy as a new mom. Congratulations to you and your husband.
Sibrena Merriam I had what I would call a fairly problem free pregnancy AND delivery and yet even I have a story or two to tell. Every pregnancy and delivery is different and unique and you nailed the sentiment exactly 💙💙
I really appreciate what you wanted to do with marste. I respect you a lot for that. I also understand completely the need to move on from something that is connected with difficult times. Moving on is good.
Congratulations on your sweet baby girl!! You are such a trooper to go through all that and still tell the story with a smile and a positive outlook..I’m so happy you have your little girl and she has you, she’s lucky to have such a loving and strong mama!
I miss Current Obsessions!!!! I do love your cooking on Instagram and would happily watch either here or on Insta! I also like lives and pre-recorded. I guess I’m not picky!
I'm so glad I had my kids in my early 20's. I couldn't imagine taking care of a newborn at my age (42) Anyway congrats on your precious little baby !!!👶
My mom had me her 5th child at 42.. God bless her bc I had my 5th at 35 and I can't even imagine doing it again. I had twins first at age 21 & the pregnancy while awesome bc I delivered 13lbs of baby the delivery was horrible!! Moms are the most under-rated champions in the world!!
Congratulations Marlena, it's the first time I've commented on your channel. You are the first RUclipsr that has actually been so mindful & caring in asking about creating paid content during this difficult time. Thank you!
Hey marlena🙌🏼omg I missed you so much❤️so beautiful...yeah birth is freaking rough! My dr. Thought my baby would’ve been 8lbs. When I went into labor I didn’t realize I was going into labor, my water didn’t break but I was having the worst pains ever. I drove myself to the hospital (45min) drive. My hubby was with us, his mom, my nephew and my mans cousin. I wanted to do this without medication. So I told the nurses I didn’t want any medication. Well when I was fully dilated after 13 hours of labor I screamed and begged for pain medication but it was too late they said they couldn’t give me anything at this point. After 2 more hours of pushing they showed me this perfect precious beautiful baby who for sure wasn’t 8 lbs he was actually 10lb 1.5 ounces. He had the thickest most gorgeous dark hair. (His hair as he grew was popping out curly sue ringlets left and right) anyway when I first got up to use the bathroom I fainted in their and lost a ton of blood. It was scary I almost felt like I was gonna die. We women go thru a lot. But after we see their beautiful little faces it’s all truly worth it. Congratulations on becoming a mommy. I’m so happy to be able to see your dreams come true.
I will take any and all videos you can make in any platform. I know you're busy and enjoying life so grateful for any time you can take to put out content.
So sorry about your loss. Such an awful disease. I had to retire early as a nurse because I have 3 risk factors and only worked in ER and ICU, so Covid was the end of my career, especially since I have kidney problems. Very scary disease, even survivors sometimes have chronic long term illness. Take care of yourself and take the time to grieve.
I am so thankful you and the baby are well after all that trauma! Enjoy these early days! I always enjoy your videos. You are so positive, relateable and real. A mix of live and recorded would be excellent and a mix of topics. xxoo
This is why I hate OB you had just as traumatic of a story as me. It’s been 10 years and I still won’t walk in an GYNE office. Take advice from me. Take care of your trauma. Please.
Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl! As a 25 plus years labor and delivery nurse, I am so sorry you had such a traumatic birth experience. We always want our moms to have a good experience, but stories like your's do happen and it's scary for everyone. I'm sure you were freaking out! I just want to hug you, because what you went through is HORRIBLE. The end result though is a precious baby girl and a happy family. Congratulations to all of you!!!
Did you feel the actual pain with cutting or just cutting sensation? Because with a spinal it’s normal to feel pressure of them cutting it but not pain.
Congratulations! Every baby delivery is different. I have 2 kids and both deliveries were SO different, but in the end you get a beautiful blessing and story to tell for years to come. 🥰
Marlena Stell you definitely have to keep trying. It takes me about 2-3 days to see the increase. Also, oatmeal is everything for milk supply increase 👍🏻
Oh my goodness- your story brought back so many memories. I was induced for the same reason as you and also had a 26 hour labour and also ended up having a c-section. It was so surreal. My daughter is now 7 and she is the light of my life. Congrats to you! 💜💜
I honestly thought the relaunch of Makeup Geek was going to include a paid online makeup course along with the new products. So I think it's a great idea!
26 HOURS? 26 HOURS??? holy cow! i cannot imagine! i was in labor for 14 hours before they decided i needed an emergency c-section. my sons heart rate was sky-high and my blood pressure dropped drastically to the point where the doctor told my mom that they almost lost both of us but God was watching out for us and we both came through it fine. i had a pitocin drip and the crazy STRONG contractions that come with that and i had an epidural (twice because they missed it the first time) but when they decided i had to have a c-section, they numbed me from the neck down with lidocaine and that was surreal! when they lifted me from the gurney to the operating table i literally felt like i was floating in mid-air because i couldnt feel their hands on me lifting me up. but anyway so glad you had a healthy baby girl! Congratulations Marlena!
There needs to be more patient education around C sections before they start happening. You should feel pushing, pulling and pressures. You should not feel pain.
You are the best! Thank you for sharing your story with us. Fun fact, I used to work with your cousin-in-law Sarah. I would watch any and all videos you post. Your smile and laugh are infectious.
I’m a L&D Nurse and I still can’t get enough of birth stories. The stories like yours are the ones I’ll remember forever. There is nothing like going through an emergency and getting a mother and baby through safely.
I had a ten lb baby with no epidural! All kinds of complications also. He is now 36 years old, 6’7” tall, 300 lbs!
I just don’t understand how that is possible. I asked for an epidural at 2% and couldn’t get it soon enough 😀
Wow! Way to go, Momma! 😊😊
Preeclampsia and twins. Vaginal birth no drugs. 9 minutes apart. I refused these kind of interventions. I received no hassle from the doctors or mid-wives. I informed myself and did what I had to ensure full gestation of 37 weeks. I went into labor at 23 weeks. There was no way I was going to allow this nonsense.
Nancy Wilson AZ sometimes it’s too late to get an epidural. And your body just does it’s thing 😂
2 of my babies were 10 lbs.
I swear Marlena, you've really been thru the mill, but at last you have a wonderful, supportive husband and a beautiful baby girl. Congratulations!!! I been a subscriber for a long time and it is good to finally see you happy! The Perils of Marlena! You could write a book!!! Take care-enjoy your baby!
Until it happens again. Don't need a husband. Just abusers obviously
When she’s 14 you need to have her watch this video. It’s the best birth control ever! You are a trooper!
Haha so true!
Let me know what all you want to see as far as videos go! Do you like live videos or pre filmed? Long or short videos? Cooking videos? Here or on Instagram? Give me all feedback and I’ll cater content around what you like ❤️
Cooking videos would be so fun 😆
How much would the classes be?? Id LOVE to do something like that but right now I'm an out of work esthetician soooo really cant afford too much extra..but id still think about it!
Cooking videos, everything on YT, and a mix of live and short (I have two little ones, so sometime short are best) 💕💕💕💕
I’d love to see a skincare video, I love your live tutorials, current obsessions, full face of nothing new, all time favorite products. Also dying to know if you color your hair yourself? Is it bleached then color over it?? I have dark hair too and am always looking for ideas
Baby favorites, gardening , nursery tour
Being a parent is hardest job ever that doesn't come with an instruction manual but the MOST rewarding and impactful experience ever. The love you have you your children is like nothing else. Sending so much love to you Marlena.
You look so happy, Marlena. I'm so glad for you. I've been following you for such a long time, through ups and downs and I finally see you in the best of places emotionally. Congrats on the baby and keep enjoying your beautiful family.
Thank you so so much ❤️❤️❤️
That medical team sounds incompetent. This should never have happened. If the baby is in that much distress the first thing should have been a c-section. I have been a nurse for 18 years, never should have gone this far.
@@MelanieMW They just had to switch their standard PPE to prepare for possible airborne transmission. Intubating patients can cause aerosol transmission of virus so N95s are mandatory. Same with CPR, God forbid.
Had a similar situation with my first daughter’s birth, it was so scary.
Kimberley Dawn my sister had a similar delivery but part of it was my sister wanted to deliver natural so bad and every time the nurse or doctor said we need to start talking surgery my sister would dig in and say no I’m going to do this like natural. We were begging her to go with surgery but until the baby was in danger she was not giving in. From what she’s describing she was in that same stubborn I can do it I got this far I’m going to be ok. Some times your body just fights you. That is why so many women died back in the day from delivery you can never predict your body and until the epidural she was handling things well
TOTALLY AGREE!!!! Too many risk factors to not have just done the C!!! The baby was full term, so forget natural birth when the baby and mom are having so much distress!!!
Happens all the time. Guess what? You can't sue. They are covered under "known complications of birth". Similar story with my firstborn, although I needed surgery to repair and am affected for life with multiple surgeries in my future as a result.
What a traumatic birth experience. Truly terrifying. I’m so sorry
Marlena, I’ve followed you for a long time, and I’ve never had kids (I’m 53), but I was crying tears of joy listening to your birth story! I can relate to the fact that seems like so many of our big life events definitely don’t go as planned! I’m so thrilled and happy for you and your husband! Many blessings! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰
You look great! Congratulations on your baby, and your happy life. I've been with you for a long time, and it is nice to see you happy and excited to be back on RUclips.
Thank you so much Mary! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing your birth story with us, Marlena. Hearing you describe your love for her is absolutely beautiful. And let me just say, you are a HERO! You were connected to your baby and paying attention, because of that, you noticed she wasn't moving as much as she normally did and you contacted your doctor. You saved your baby.
I am so happy for you and your family.
Omg why am I sobbing?! I don’t even know her and This isn’t even my husband or baby. I’m so so happy her life is now filled with joy
You are such a doll Marlena. I had 2 boys and my youngest (1 yrs old), was such a traumatic experience too. The pain made me feel DELUSIONAL to the max. You're not the only one doll, it is a birthing thing I swear. And for my first son (10 yrs old), my epidural came out too! But the nurse didn't notice i just felt my back all wet.
Welcome to motherhood Marlena! It's the most wonderful experience you'll ever have ♡
So sorry you had such a dramatic birth. It happened with my first daughter and it put me off having more until 10 years later. And low and behold, I had 2 more beautiful experiences.
I love how honest and transparent you are with your business. Rare these days
The fact that no one had you tested when the doctor said you were having the baby that day is concerning. That's the first thing they should have done being impatient and a possible surgery patient. Dropped the ball big time.
That whole experience was a big ball drop!
I appreciate you being so open about your experience. I think it's important for people to know, not to scare them, but so they know things can go wrong but end up OK. I'm forever grateful that my mom made sure I knew the details of how traumatic things were when she had me (granted, this was over 30 years ago), but that my little brother's birth 10 years later was nowhere near as scary or dangerous.
Congratulations on your babygirl!!! 🎉💕 I’m so happy for you and your husband!
Thank you so much!!! We’re so happy 😭❤️
GIRL! We love you! I have been following you since before you had 1k followers and am over the moon you got your baby!!!! I had a crazy birth as well, but those tough determined little girls of ours grow up to be kick-a$$ women (mine is just shy of 19). I was in labor for 63 hours. Wound up with a c-section and my epidural had pulled out, so the entire surgery was UNMEDIATED. I flat lined, the staff wheeled the baby out one door, my husband out the other. They had to sew me up fast so they could paddle me - which THANK GOD they didnt' have to do. One nurse, an angel, realized my epi was out and drugged me hardcore. Medical staff of all types are absolute GODSENDS. I am so excited you have a happy healthy baby girl! Best of luck mama!! xoxo
I love Marlena so much, I remember when you conceived and had just found out and we are all rejoicing with you, now the hope of your baby is fully manifested and she’s here!!!! What a beautiful story of not giving up and losing hope!! It’s really beautiful
This happened to me, they told me that they didnt know she would make it. I said a prayer a few seconds into the OR, and all of a sudden I don't feel her move anymore. They gave me something to drink. And I passed out. I woke up 40 minites later in a white room, no baby, no husband. But they were in the nursery together, thank god. Bless You and your family Marlena!!
I went straight to the comments to make sure everything is okay with the baby. Thank god! Congratulations! ❤️
Marlena, big hugs from one momma to another! I had a traumatic birth story last December. I had an emergency C-section and then baby boy was rushed to NICU. I didn't get to meet him for over 2 hours. He then spent 1 week at Children's Hospital. Today he is doing great, praise be to God! ❤
And this is why I love you Marlena! When you are so awesome with your subscribers. You are a RUclips OG and Legend in my eyes. Thank you for your honesty with Marste.
How would people thumbs down on a video so beautiful as this!!!! It’s a very personal experience Marlena chose to share! We should get all fuzzy about the love she now experiences with her little family! Love you Marlena!!!!
After pregnancy brain there’s mom brain. ;)
I have that too!! Lol
That one NEVER goes away!
Yeah, my daughter is 12. Mum Brain is a life time condition 😂
Exactly what I was gonna say haha!
Haha yup, mom brain stays! I’ve been waiting for 14 years for it to subside!
Congrats Marlena, tough birth story, but you did it girl! I had 3 vaginal births, last one was pretty traumatic but as you said, do it all over again for our angels!
Wow, you poor thing, just finished hearing the whole story - geez, you went through traumatic events for sure. You look relieved and healthy. Good to hear. :)
I had almost the exact same experience as you! I’m crying listening to it. It was so so scary. After 36 hrs of labor baby came out not breathing after the C-section and they had to intubate him- it was a whole thing. He was ok thankfully but it was so awful to not hear him cry 🤕 I am a year out from my birth and still have nightmares here and there- but the pure joy he brings me has outweighed all the negative emotions. It’s amazing how they have the power to do that! I have watched you for years and years and I’m just so happy for you! ❤️
So good you missed all the beauty community cuckoo that’s just went on recently. You’ve got much more important things to do. :)
Ikr??? so happy for her 🙏🏽
Congratulations to you and hubby
Amen 🙏 sister 🦋
I'm a Glam'ma of 2 and I am obsessed with my kiddos! Yes, cooking vids, let's see the baby too and makeup, skincare, and all things Marlena!! Congrats, with baby and your new beautiful life! So happy for you.
My husband started crying from seeing me in pain... The nurses started to console *him* as I was waiting for my epidural lol.
Mine too and what's worse was after the birth they brought us food and served him first because he was traumatized,you'd think I hadn't just pushed out a human.. let's just say he knew better for the second lol.
@@Jac-Jay lol omg. I couldn't eat for almost 24hrs or more. I just remember being in labor 30hrs. Men... if we counted on them to give birth, we'd be screwed lol
@@imjustanasshlesometimes3488 SO TRUE.
Awww lmao
I also had a traumatic birth. Very similar, I was in labor for 48 hours, pushed for 4 hours straight.. the epidural worked a little TOO well.. I couldnt feel to push effectively .. plus he just didnt want to come out. I had a c-section, the surgeon accidentally cut my bowel and I lost a ton of blood, went into convulsions and was awake through all of it. My baby was 9lbs 6 oz... im 105 lbs and 5'4.. very petite. There was no other way he was coming out lol. I had to be given medication to stop convulsions, I was so weak.. I couldnt even hold him for hours afterward.. that was the hardest part. No one ever talks about these kinds of birth experiences, so I am so glad you shared yours. More women should. Congrats on your baby girl, I am a looonnnggg time subscriber and i'm just so genuinely happy for you and your family.
OMG!!! Seriously the craziest story I have ever heard!!!😨 I am so glad everything turned okay!!!🙏
Marlena I cannot tell you how much I appreciate and adore you ! You have been my first beauty “guru” here on RUclips and to this day you are #1! I wish one day to be able to meet you and tell you face to face how much you have inspired me and helped me through the years ! God bless you and your beautiful family xoxox
Welp...now I’m weeping. Such a blessing she got to the world safely. Congrats mama!
Just ordered some shadows! I've always watched your tutorials but never "invested" in makeup geek. Thanks for being an authentic figure in the beauty community
You deserve all the happiness Marlena! ❤
Hi, Marlene sorry to hear about your traumatic experience. I would like to see more current obsessions, coffee & chit chat time. Congratulations!
Welcome to motherhood brain! It’s totally worth it. I am sorry you had a rough birth. I’ve had four kids and two were traumatic. Loving your square pans. Praying every blessing over you three and your loved ones.
“I didn’t think I was going to cry today”... welcome to mother hood haha
And 12 years later....lmao....nothing much changes. Made me such an emotion being! Lol🤍☀️💋Hope you are staying healthy and safe! Sending Positive Vibes from South Florida 🥰
Exactly! It lasts forever now.
You are going to do alot of cryng now that you are a, mom, I still cry over my kids
Your comment is so on point 🤣🤣🤣
Yes💜
Love you Marlena!!! I had two c sections and I felt everything just NO PAIN. I’m so glad you and babygirl made it through safe and sound. You’re an amazing person and I’m sure you’re and even better mommy. God bless you and your family. Can’t wait until life is back to normal so you can start making many memories together. Hope we can tag along.
You usually can still feel during c section when you have a pain block. You can feel tugging and pressure etc. you just shouldn’t feel pain but can definitely feel.
With my first two I felt the pressure and tugging. With my 3rd, it didn’t work. They got through but once they got to him I felt everything. They tried to add more and it didn’t work. I held on till they got him out and then they put me under. I’m so glad he was my last because I couldn’t do that again.
Dear Marlena, it's a gift to have you back here. Congratulations! Can't wait to see Adelina.
I am very sad to hear you traumatic birth story. But I know that you will get over it, you are very strong.
I never wanted to have more than 2 kids and they are 4 now. 3 girls and last year I got my baby boy at the age of 42. They also said I'd have problems getting pregnant. Once you start, it works, trust me.
My 3rd delivery was also traumatic. But I prepared myself very well for Ricardo. Today I never think about the negative. I just enjoy the time with them. It's gonna be the same for you!!!
She's lucky she's alive. This was in my recommended and I'm not sure why because I don't have nor want kids, but this just gave me validation (traumatized)
Giving birth was the two best days of my life. It’s not easy but it’s worth every second of the difficulty. Women are more at risk or complications as maternal age increases, and if you have other things going on like a higher weight etc. Medical professionals are so great. They do such a wonderful job. No reason to be overly afraid. Probably in more danger getting into your car, honestly.
@@dvsdawl good for you really, but not all women want children or want to go through with all that. :)
Yup
@@mehreenkhawaja9930 meee
Omg! Crazy! Oh girl, I feel you. Crying and just ready to get this done. My labor was like a freight train. 45 mins my son was born. I got sick with toxemia when my son was 6 days old. I was in the hospital for 4 days on magnesium and I feel like all I did was cry for 4 days. My son is 21 now and I would go through all of it all over again. Congrats mama, my son is the best thing I ever did in my life!
❤️ Pre-recorded and on RUclips please? I use RUclips the most. Oh YES skincare, yay! Love you Marlena! I’ve been watching you for years! ❤️💕❤️💕
I've had 4 c-sections and the foupa did not go away..all slightly different incisions jacked my tummy up. But I'm a proud mama and now grandma! It is what it is..❤Love to you and your beautiful family !
Can't wait for Makeup geek to start selling in UK again! What I have is sooo expired eek but can't get rid of them! Congratulations!
You can buy make up geek on beauty bay x
@@clairemason5922 not at the minute unless I've missed something. Went out before the rebrand I believe!
Shel Martin now ya say that it was the circle pans on the site, I nearly fall off the bed when I seen mug there!!! They was out of stock on loads of shades I’m waiting on the magic email to say it’s in stock 😁😎
You are just the sweetest thing ever! The joy you have about your new bundle of joy really shines through!🤍☀️💋
Omg. This setup is nostalgic. It reminds me back when you were just starting youtube 💕
Fr I went back to look at her old vids! omg those were the days.
Marlena I’m so sorry your birth story was so traumatic. You worked so hard to have her from start to finish. Motherhood is an incredible gift and you already are an amazing mama. 💕
Sounds to me like the anesthesiologist responsible for the epidural had no idea what the hell he was doing!! I´ve been a nurse for many years, and this story illuminates a great deal of incompetence related to your experience, including the impromptu covid test. What a mess! Iḿ glad you and your baby are OK.
Definitely seems like some mismanagement going on!
Jeanine I totally agree! I’m also a RN, and unfortunately have also been a patient. You nailed it when you said Marlena’s story illuminated a great deal of incompetence! My last experience was an emergency as my bowel became twisted on a prior surgical adhesion ... causing me to become very sick and needing emergency surgery to correct the condition (septic shock ). I also have fibromyalgia (20 years) so I’ve been prescribed Oxy for pain for years. Well .... that becomes a serious problem in an emergency situation with pain and surgery when the anesthesiologist can’t do his job and you wake up during surgery from the pain... kinda the worst thing ever.
Congrats Marlena! Sorry you had to go through so much trauma 💜💜💜
Bummer you’re closing out Marste, I have a lot of pieces and I love them! Totally understand though. We own a business and I cannot imagine having TWO to run!
You should check the website. They have several items for 5, 10, 15. Ect.... way cheaper than original price. Not many items left, but maybe you will find something you like....
I’m so grateful you all are okay. You absolutely had a guardian angel by your side. ❤️
They had 26 hours to test you! Why didn’t they do it when you got checked in?
Right?! I'm so confused why they cared about covid after they did everything else, seems pointless and that point 🤷🤷
Guess they've forgotten about the early days of covid 🤷🏻♀️ She should've been tested a few days before or at least upon her arrival! One of my friends had her baby last week & they tested her at the hospital when she arrived. Turns out she's positive for covid & right after she gave birth they took her baby. She can't be his mom for 2 whole weeks! She had no symptoms..same with her husband 😭 Feel so bad for them!! I always thought moms make antibodies to any virus the mother has thru her breast milk so baby doesnt get sick, anyone else ever heard that? Is it only some viruses?? Or maybe they are taking extra precautions??
Yes I have @@rebeccablair9626 ..good comment!
Hey from Finland sweetie 👋❤
@@rebeccablair9626 It makes antibodies to help, but it doesn't prevent the baby from getting sick. Just *and hopefully* not as sick. Breastmilk is still the best milk to give your baby. That said, keeping them away from anyone sick is the absolutely best.
Hard to say what was happening 3 months ago and the testing protocols back then but once you have to place a breathing tube in the risks of transmission shoot way up for the people around the patient. If she was being put under the anesthesia team would be placing a breathing tube so that may have triggered the sudden rush to put on specialized PPE.
I will watch anything! Especially Current Obsession videos. Heck. I'm a cat mom and don't plan on ever changing that but I'd still watch your mom/baby current obsessions. You're so genuine and have so much integrity that I'll legit watch all the content.
Motherhood looks great on you!!! So sad I missed this live. Damn housework lol
Thank you! At least your house is clean! 😎
I didn’t have a c section, but I was in labor for like 37 hours. The exhaustion is unreal. I could barely hold my arms up to hold my daughter after delivering. Congratulations!
It’s called mom brain now!! Congrats :)
Absolutely mom brain is way worse than Prego brain. Lol
@@melissacoviello2886 agreed, because there is no end! Lol
Mom brain gets worse with each kid too.
Yes.. and messed up hormones or the effects of hormones can certainly last longer than three months!! Especially since u are still breast feeding !!! And also because of adjusting. To a newborn and sleeping issues
This story is so insane !! I feel your pain and anxiety as I had a traumatic delivery too -28 years ago !!! Thank God everything is ok !!
Not to be negative, but I feel like I have to say: you might not be able to boost your supply. By all means, try everything! But here’s what happened with me: I was OBSESSED with trying to boost my extremely low milk supply, tried absolutely everything, and nothing, absolutely nothing, improved it. My lactation consultant finally said to me “You have done everything I’d tell you to do - if it’s not working now, it might not work.” My OB, who delivered my baby three days before having one of her own, had the exact same experience, as did another friend of mine who had a baby a year ago. I guess it’s rare, and most women can supply adequately, but chronically low-supply is a thing that happens, and there is no shame in it, as frustrating as I can tell you it is and as hard as it is to cope with. I hope it improves, truly - but my heart goes out to you in advance if it doesn’t.
Thanks for sharing your experience! I hate when I see women being shamed for things like this that are beyond your control. Whatever you are doing, if it's coming from a place of loving your baby and yourself, you're doing the right thing!
BeautyWearsBoots I was shamed in front of an entire family. One holiday, we showed up with my then 6 mth old, and when I went to use a ready to go premix bottle, the sister in law screamed....where is her breast milk! Screamed this in front of all! So embarrassing. Meanwhile, she’s never had kids of her own andshes old now. We can’t say anything bc she’s the golden child.
Your body knows what those babies need. I breast fed twins, no supplementation and I worked full time for 4 months after the birth recovery. She does not need to supplement.
Bourgeois Barbie That’s great for you. When I said I tried everything, I did not stutter. Most women’s bodies can do it - mine could not. Other women’s might not. I hope as few women have to go through what I did as possible, because it sucked and I felt judged and defeated. Kind of like how I’m feeling now with this comment from you. 👋🏼
@@kristincook4354 Actually, I thought that too with my first pregnancy; I educated myself and critically thought through it. These modern doctors are way out of line and serve an agenda. DO NOT let them make your decisions for you because you think they have YOUR best interest at hand. I was lucky with my midwives and attending physician. I have a strong background in a clinical "medicine" and applied sciences of this subject-matter.
When did you so-called intelligent people become so closed-minded? OR is that the new sign of intelligence? to shut out people who might be contrarian to your dogma? Or hurt your feelings because maybe they thought of something or suggested something that you didn't and in doing so, warped your self-perception of perfection?
Whatever. This beauty community is very ugly and foolish.
Thank you for sharing Marlena, it was very generous of you to share such a traumatic experience. I hope through sharing you'll remember the funny and sweet moment above all else. I'm glad you and baby are doing well.
tiktok has too much catchy stuff and only short videos so i really agree that it's not where u wanna go 🤔 i still think that RUclips fits what u r doing！keep up with the great work!
SO PROUD OF YOU SISTER!!!
OMG Marlena your story is my story! I went in because off lack of movement from the baby then they told me I had to stay and I never really dilated and my daughter's heart rate dropped so I had to have a C-section. I could feel them cutting me and I screamed I can feel it I can feel lt! They gave me some strong Morphine and then finally I was numb. That was 26 years ago! Also by the way I want you to know I recently purchased your large empty palette and filled it up with your single eyeshadows and I love them sooooo much!
I've been with you nearly from the beginning of your channel and loved every video. I watched every change in you life, what happened and was kind of a part of it. So I'm so glad to see you back . Happy and healthy as a new mom. Congratulations to you and your husband.
I would be willing to bet “normal” births are not as common as we think. It wouldn’t be nearly as much fun if things went according to plan. 😬
Agree!!
Sibrena Merriam I had what I would call a fairly problem free pregnancy AND delivery and yet even I have a story or two to tell. Every pregnancy and delivery is different and unique and you nailed the sentiment exactly 💙💙
As a postpartum nurse and having 2 kiddos myself, I can tell you that you are absolutely right!
I really appreciate what you wanted to do with marste. I respect you a lot for that. I also understand completely the need to move on from something that is connected with difficult times. Moving on is good.
I want to see everything! Makeup, baby, cooking, obsessions, gardening... :)
This is the most traumatic event ever- I can’t believe you went through this! So glad your precious baby is healthy. You look so happy and beautiful!
My daughter in law is breast feeding and has had been drinking lactation tea which has greatly increased her breast milk supply.
Congratulations on your sweet baby girl!! You are such a trooper to go through all that and still tell the story with a smile and a positive outlook..I’m so happy you have your little girl and she has you, she’s lucky to have such a loving and strong mama!
I miss Current Obsessions!!!! I do love your cooking on Instagram and would happily watch either here or on Insta! I also like lives and pre-recorded. I guess I’m not picky!
Your plans for a bunch of videos in different countries that you are travelling to sounds AMAZING! Can't wait!!
I'm so glad I had my kids in my early 20's. I couldn't imagine taking care of a newborn at my age (42)
Anyway congrats on your precious little baby !!!👶
I couldn’t imagine having a newborn in my early 20s 😱. Sounds so young. I couldn’t even take care of myself back then.
My mom had me her 5th child at 42.. God bless her bc I had my 5th at 35 and I can't even imagine doing it again. I had twins first at age 21 & the pregnancy while awesome bc I delivered 13lbs of baby the delivery was horrible!! Moms are the most under-rated champions in the world!!
Motherhood looks AMAZING on you! So glad you and Adelina are healthy! It’s great to have you back, any content you share is amazing❤️
This is so similar to my childbirth and i cried right there with you !!!
Yes to all the Current Obsessions videos! So happy you and Adelina are healthy. Looking forward to everything from Makeup Geek! ❤️
Having a child is traumatic period! I had my son and decided not to have anymore and got my tubes taken out. I had preeclampsia and it was awful!
Content I’d love to have is makeup tips/tricks - current obsessions - brutally honest reviews - how to contour for certain face shapes etc.
Can’t wait for your current obsessions videos love those and love you Marlena ❤️
Also pre recorded GRWM on you tube ❤️
Congratulations Marlena, it's the first time I've commented on your channel. You are the first RUclipsr that has actually been so mindful & caring in asking about creating paid content during this difficult time. Thank you!
Hey marlena🙌🏼omg I missed you so much❤️so beautiful...yeah birth is freaking rough! My dr. Thought my baby would’ve been 8lbs. When I went into labor I didn’t realize I was going into labor, my water didn’t break but I was having the worst pains ever. I drove myself to the hospital (45min) drive. My hubby was with us, his mom, my nephew and my mans cousin. I wanted to do this without medication. So I told the nurses I didn’t want any medication. Well when I was fully dilated after 13 hours of labor I screamed and begged for pain medication but it was too late they said they couldn’t give me anything at this point. After 2 more hours of pushing they showed me this perfect precious beautiful baby who for sure wasn’t 8 lbs he was actually 10lb 1.5 ounces. He had the thickest most gorgeous dark hair. (His hair as he grew was popping out curly sue ringlets left and right) anyway when I first got up to use the bathroom I fainted in their and lost a ton of blood. It was scary I almost felt like I was gonna die. We women go thru a lot. But after we see their beautiful little faces it’s all truly worth it. Congratulations on becoming a mommy. I’m so happy to be able to see your dreams come true.
I will take any and all videos you can make in any platform. I know you're busy and enjoying life so grateful for any time you can take to put out content.
My husband died unexpectedly on July 12. It is so hard to deal with all that with covid-19. Places are closed or limited. Crazy times for sure
So sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss 🙏🏻
So sorry about your loss. Such an awful disease. I had to retire early as a nurse because I have 3 risk factors and only worked in ER and ICU, so Covid was the end of my career, especially since I have kidney problems. Very scary disease, even survivors sometimes have chronic long term illness. Take care of yourself and take the time to grieve.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
So so sorry for your loss!
I am so thankful you and the baby are well after all that trauma! Enjoy these early days! I always enjoy your videos. You are so positive, relateable and real. A mix of live and recorded would be excellent and a mix of topics. xxoo
This is why I hate OB you had just as traumatic of a story as me. It’s been 10 years and I still won’t walk in an GYNE office. Take advice from me. Take care of your trauma. Please.
Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl! As a 25 plus years labor and delivery nurse, I am so sorry you had such a traumatic birth experience. We always want our moms to have a good experience, but stories like your's do happen and it's scary for everyone. I'm sure you were freaking out! I just want to hug you, because what you went through is HORRIBLE. The end result though is a precious baby girl and a happy family. Congratulations to all of you!!!
Did you feel the actual pain with cutting or just cutting sensation? Because with a spinal it’s normal to feel pressure of them cutting it but not pain.
Exactly what I felt my both of my c sections. All the sensations without the pain.
Congratulations! Every baby delivery is different. I have 2 kids and both deliveries were SO different, but in the end you get a beautiful blessing and story to tell for years to come. 🥰
Try power pumping to increase your supply. Give it a couple of days and you'll be surprised by the results.
I second that
Good to know! I’ve tried a few times but I need to do more for sure
Marlena Stell you definitely have to keep trying. It takes me about 2-3 days to see the increase. Also, oatmeal is everything for milk supply increase 👍🏻
Marlena Stell pump and/or feed every two hours for 24 hrs. And have a hoppy beer (just one lol) ! It does wonders for milk supply!
In Asia, fenugreek is known to increase supply. Lots of helpful videos on RUclips.
Oh my goodness- your story brought back so many memories. I was induced for the same reason as you and also had a 26 hour labour and also ended up having a c-section. It was so surreal. My daughter is now 7 and she is the light of my life. Congrats to you! 💜💜
I honestly thought the relaunch of Makeup Geek was going to include a paid online makeup course along with the new products. So I think it's a great idea!
That would be amazing!
26 HOURS? 26 HOURS??? holy cow! i cannot imagine! i was in labor for 14 hours before they decided i needed an emergency c-section. my sons heart rate was sky-high and my blood pressure dropped drastically to the point where the doctor told my mom that they almost lost both of us but God was watching out for us and we both came through it fine. i had a pitocin drip and the crazy STRONG contractions that come with that and i had an epidural (twice because they missed it the first time) but when they decided i had to have a c-section, they numbed me from the neck down with lidocaine and that was surreal! when they lifted me from the gurney to the operating table i literally felt like i was floating in mid-air because i couldnt feel their hands on me lifting me up. but anyway so glad you had a healthy baby girl! Congratulations Marlena!
There needs to be more patient education around C sections before they start happening. You should feel pushing, pulling and pressures. You should not feel pain.
You are the best! Thank you for sharing your story with us. Fun fact, I used to work with your cousin-in-law Sarah. I would watch any and all videos you post. Your smile and laugh are infectious.
Try Legendairy Milk for your supply! I was pumping almost nothing and now I’m making a surplus!
Please focus on your baby. She’s a precious gift. You do what feels right to you.