My “baby” turned 40 last month, and yet listening to your birth story brought the births of my two boys into crystal clear focus. In comparison to your experiences, my labors were much easier…10 hours the first time, 3 hours the second. They were 4 years apart, both hospital births, but completely natural and unmedicated with the first a posterior presentation. At 7:30 am, my nurse came in at the shift change and told me she hoped I’d have my baby before she returned to worked at 11pm that evening. I remember being horrified that my labor could go on that much longer. Three hours later, my precious son was born. Absolutely nothing could have prepared me for the love I immediately felt for that child. My husband felt the same. The second time, I worried that I couldn’t possibly love another child the way I loved my first. The second birth was very quick and easy with the exception of maybe 15 rough minutes before I realized I was in transition. I delivered in a foreign country where no one in the hospital except my doctor spoke English and he arrived minutes before I delivered. The moment he placed my screaming baby in my arms, he immediately stopped crying and just gazed into my eyes. Once again, boundless love. Your Zander reminds me so much of him…energetic and absolutely full of himself. Your children are so beautiful and they both have the “look” of children who are showered with love. I’m astounded by how much you get done, how great you look, and how patiently you take everything in stride. I wouldn’t have dreamed of attempting an outing with a newborn and older child as you did. I’m sure Zander will remember that day when he’s older. You’re so real and so sweet. All the rest can wait. Just enjoy your family and allow yourself time to heal from the rigors of childbirth. I loved this video.
Aww thanks for sharing.. your stories are so special! There's just nothing like meeting your little bundle and the way your son stopped crying melts my heart! Thanks for the encouragement!
You are wonderful! After the ordeal with my first delivery it did not stop me from having 2 more children. I was told I'd be lucky to carry any baby full term let alone have any. No matter the pain and ordeal I greatly appreciate the blessings God granted me. To make it even more exciting, I now have 10 grandchildren! Children are a gift from God and I am so glad he saw me fit to raise three of his blessings. ❤ Keep strong in the faith. You are doing a wonderful job.
I always felt guilty or weird to say that I really did not like being pregnant! Absolutely love everything else that goes with being a mother. That 3rd trimester though! ugh! Thanks for making me feel that I was normal.
I wasn’t fond of pregnancy either until at least the last trimester and I have 5 children lol 😂 my first pregnancy I had morning sickness 24/7 for 7.5 months I love epidurals they made 5 deliveries bearable lol 😂
Fun fact: the nerves to your legs run on the inside of your pelvis. Baby is supposed to lay on those in labor, to dull the pain. You’re a trooper! Thank you for sharing.
I was blessed that my deliveries were easy but my pregnancies were not so good. I was sick the whole time. You are so right you don’t remember any of that once you hold the special gift. ❤️
You are doing a wonderful job with your babies. They are both so precious. You birth story will help a lot of mothers know they are normal. Glad you made it with out a C Section. Recovery’s definitely a lot easier. Thank you for sharing.
Oh, Jenine! I LOVE hearing other women's birth stories. Labour is such a powerful, transformative and difficult-to-express experience. I felt for you! I think it's really important to talk it through as we process the intensity of these experiences. I can relate to the strong leg pain you describe. I have terrible varicose veins and leg issues during pregnancy that have only intensified with each baby and age. You are a strong woman and I love how funny and REAL you are. Bravo!
Thanks for sharing. I've only heard of other women since I spoke of it in here. But very few... it's really odd. I hear varicose veins are terrible. I'm sorry 😞 I didn't have them thankfully
Your baby girl is beautiful and so sweet. You are so blessed. Thanks for sharing your faith too. All my children are grown and on their own. My oldest is 55 and my youngest is 45. We had 4; each one is so different. 78 is a great age to be. Blessings.
Ahhh, such beautiful children!!!! Thanks for being so open in sharing your stories and feelings with us. I am so glad you've been doing well after the birth. Just praying the colitis stays at bay for you. Have a wonderful weekend!!!! Oh! by the way, you are glowing in this video!!!!
I have Birthed 14 Children. 7 boys and 7 girls. I had all of my children at home. I lost my second one at Birth. And was a Surrogate once. I never did have the Baby Blues. Which I am very thankful for.Al I can say is that God is good All the time, And All the time God is good. God Bless you and your family.
I remember when you were worried about being a girl mom. Girls are so special! The look of love on your face and your happiness are heartwarming. Thank you for this video. Looking forward to more about you and your little ones 💓
She is a little beauty and seems a happy girl. Tell Zander he is an awesome big brother! Thanks for your war story, I was so blessed with my two, labor was painful but took only 4 and 6 hours. They slept pretty well 8 and 9 pounders with natural birth I hope things continue with blessings and happiness.
You are a warrior lady so proud of you. Enjoy everyday as you look at your perfect Lexi. And son. God gives us the ability. And so glad it turned out great. Love your videos thanks for sharing
My first son was easy 4 hours hardly any pushing . Second son I was on bedrest the last month , we moved to my hometown bc my husband was military and had to train somwhere else, I caught the flu and delivered early at nearby Army base he was also about 6 hours labor. Then came the third ha he was stubborn , I had to be induced and labor was almost 24 hours !! I too felt like in a haze with my two last sons I never felt well and as soon as I delivered I felt fine . After my last I said no more . Now anyday now we will soon be Grandparents first time I pray she has a smooth delivery. I went natural with all 3 , now I cant tolerate a cramp!! Beautiful family you have
It was so good to hear of your experience with Lexie n Xander. Gosh Janine, it’s been so long since my second boy was born, it’s been almost 50ty years n 521/2 yr since my first. I will admit after their born you surprisingly forget the awful pain you went through to bring them into this world. Unfortunately my first born I lost him at almost 19 yrs. old from s car accident. But both boys were so different as babies. Jamie would sleep about 4 hours n wake to eat but Shawn he was a colicky up every 2 hrs n took 2 hrs to get him back down to sleep. He slept most of the time in a stroller with a pillow inside n I’d just roll it back n forth. I have to admit it was tough at times. Having a 21/2 yr old n a new born. I never knew what rest was. We got through it praise God. I really enjoyed you sharing with all of us. I truly admire you. Xander is going to be a great big brother. I’m just so happy your doing well n you finally have your little girl. Much love n prayers to you n family. ♥️😊👍👍
I’ve often hoped that if I ever have a second it will be a little easier, the change in becoming a mom felt so huge with my first baby! I 100% did pregnancy for the end reward and not at all cause I enjoyed the 9 months of pregnancy….thanks for sharing❤️
Such a great video, I truly enjoyed it!! I totally agree with your sister about her waking up when she’s ready to eat, I was the same with both of my girls. I was extremely blessed with both of mine that they were amazing sleepers from the very start and were very seldomly fussy, they were both always very content unless they weren’t feeling well and even in those instances they were never really fussy. I had c-sections with both my girls, I was never able to dilate even to a half a cm no matter what we tried for both. I was induced for both and literally tried everything possible to get my body to dilate and I was on pit for 2 days with both and had major contractions. They tried using a gel to soften the cervix, my water broke with my first and absolutely nothing happened. It was very frustrating to say the least but at the end of the day we were blessed with 2 beautiful, healthy baby girls and that’s what mattered. I’m so glad you haven’t had to deal with any flares and I’ll be keeping you in prayers that you don’t have. Sending hugs and prayers to the entire family!!! Thank you for sharing this video with us!!!
Wow I admire you for sticking at it so long and trying everything. You're strong! Praise God we love in an Era where there are other options when vaginal deliver isn't an option
My son did exactly the same, ate every 2 hours and when my daughter was born, ahe slept for 4 hrs. That first few times I had to go check her to make sure she was breathing. Just wasn't used to the long sleeps. She is beautiful. Lexi is such a good name.
Jeanine you look so good, you are glowing and such a proud mommy. Lexi is so adorable and precious! She’s definitely sounds like a good baby! It looks like Xander is taking his new roll as big brother perfectly! God bless! ❤️❤️
The first is hardest in so many ways IMO, particularly because you have so much to learn. It's hard learning how to juggle when there are siblings, but you're right, you've already learned how to play the game in a lot of ways.
You’re a champ! I’m so glad you’re doing well and enjoying precious little Lexi. I loved this stage when they were plumping out and melting your heart with those sweet gummy little smiles. ~ Linda
So happy for your positive experience!!!! I definitely panicked with the second birth because of how long and painful the first was but my second came within a couple pushes so it was totally unnecessary. My first was an active boy whom angels were around because he was born with the cord around his neck. My second was a sensitive girl (took us a while to figure out she didn't like the brightness of the world/lights and had to grow into that) and she was a "delicate sipper" while my boy was like Xander. Every two hours, if I was lucky he was gobbling his milk! lol. My boy was zooming even as an infant and wanted my attention always. He didn't play for ten minutes by himself without wanting me to join him. That was hard for me. I thought he should be able to handle 20 minute stretches or so, but quiet play held no interest to him. My girl would sit with her toys happily playing for long times - like 45 minutes - by herself (in the same area with me). I was amazed. Don't know if these are sex linked traits, but could be. Neither of mine wanted anything to do with a bottle, so glad Xander gets to feed her and probably your husband too. Enjoy the journey!
I could relate to your postpartum experience on my first two! Yes, so glad to be not pregnant! My first birth was incredibly hard, ending in hemorrhage and having to have 3 units of blood after losing more then half of my own. Second birth, piece of cake…..but needed drugs to stop hemorrhage. 3rd, hard labor, drugs for hemorrhage again….but healthy. I definitely experienced some postpartum blues after the third. It was mild…. But still overwhelmed. Thank you for sharing. Xander❤️❤️❤️❤️He is so adorable!!!
@@theMennoniteMom , all is good and my beautiful daughter was worth every moment of hardship. Take good care of yourself! Mom’s are so used to taking care of everyone else first.
I too felt out of sorts when I was pregnant. I did not enjoy any of my pregnancies . I had always wanted to have kids and I was happy to be having a child but I think I would be just as happy to have a child by adoption. I had no morning sickness and no medical issues until later so overall I would say I had easy pregnancies. It's more the fog and irritability that I felt that took the joy out of it all. I then went on to have three emergency c-sectiions because of pre-eclampsia and even though they were all preemies they were all healthy. Like you... as soon as they were born I felt much better. Bonus with preemies is they stay at the hospital and you are able to go home and rest. Getting a full night of sleep really helps with the recovery. I think you did an amazing job. Every women has their own experience. My mum had no intense labour pains. . Lost the weight right away. Was super easy for her. She went on to have 6 kids in 7 yrs. My older sisters are only 10 months apart. Yet my older sisters and myself had totally different experiences. So don't compare your experience to someone else. Some people are just made for having babies. I wasn't one of them as much as I would have liked to have been. I certainly would have had more if it had been as easy as it was for my mum. So enjoy your daughter and allow yourself to heal and enjoy this time with your babies.
That's interesting. So often daughters will make after their moms with birth experiences. In sorry it was so difficult for you. Glad your babies were healthy!
I feel for you. I too started my labor on Saturday and Sean was born on Monday at 10:51 am, all natural! For my daughter, it was only twenty hours, I asked for Demerol shot and swore it wasn’t working, Shannon was born on a Wednesday at 10:15 that night. I had nursed my daughter and showered and in my room at 11:30🙂. God bless you and your beautiful family!
Oh my how she has grown! I love those toothless grins. I don't think you shared too much. When I become a mother how I thanked God forHis blessing, so greatfull He made me a woman.
Thank you for sharing your birth story as I'm sure it will be helpful to so many. So happy to hear God has answered prayer and you are all doing well. You have a beautiful family and you are awesome parents and I truly wish you all the best. Blessings to you from Beth in East Tennessee.
Thanks for sharing ! I didn’t think you over shared, it took me back to our first one almost forty years ago ! Very similar born at home with a great midwife. I was opposite after morning sickness I usually felt wonderful and happy , then struggled a bit with postpartum, no fun !PS I love your dress 🥰
I love this ❤ I almost bled to death with my son (2nd child) & the epidural was worthless for me but I wonder if it's bcuz it was administered last minute. I didn't love being pregnant either time & I'm so happy to be a mom. I don't think you are a bad person bcuz you don't love being pregnant... I also had major leg & back pains with my son! ugh yucky lol... My daughter is night & day from my son. She is still calm & happy... my son nope, he's a wild boy lol I'm sure you are doing so great! Parenting is sooooo hard......
You totally forget the pain level! Lol I had lower back pain that shot into my hips from about dinner time Friday until I gave birth Saturday evening. I cried out of relief when he was born lol.
I totally understand about not caring for the pregnancy. I only liked the part toward the middle…you start to glow and your hair thickens🤣 but the other parts are just hard! I have 3 and each a c-section. My oldest is 14 and the middle almost 12 and the youngest(a boy) almost 9! Time has flown. You are a great momma just enjoy them and give them over to God. 💗
So different from the UK, admittedly we went private baby had passed first motion and as soon as they realised that baby was coming out. With drip labour start to finish 2 hours! But we weren't left once. Congratulations enjoy every minute, love your vlogs.
Thanks for sharing your birth story. I love hearing them and telling mine to people. Some people don’t want to listen, but it is a huge moment in a mom’s life. From a mom that took fertility treatments to get pregnant and lost my twins after having to deliver at 24 weeks because of preeclampsia, then having a miscarriage before my rainbow baby I understand what you mean about not enjoying pregnancy. My first pregnancy with the twins was horrible with preeclampsia issues and carrying twins as a first pregnancy. I found out I have a clotting disorder, so I had to take a shot of blood thinner daily til delivery with my rainbow baby. That was not pleasant and the fear the whole pregnancy was horrible. I want another child, but pregnancy scares me and is wonderful and scary for me. I’m glad you shared your feelings, so I know I’m not alone in those feelings.
I feel I can really relate to this video. Your kiddos are so sweet and I’m loving watching them grow up. My birth with my son was 36 hours from the time my water broke. And by the time he came I was exhausted and then hemorrhaged. But with my baby girl - it was 11 1/2 hours from the time my water broke and she came. However I had back labor with her so I felt like it was more painful even though she came faster. I use lavender oil for pain relief. My sweet honey hold the bottle under my nose though contractions and it helps me make it through to the end with no meds. But with my baby girl, I drank so much red raspberry leaf tea and didn’t hemorrhage so recovery with her was so much easier. And as they grow- I always laugh and say God gave me the child in my son that I judged growing up. Lol saying my kid wouldn’t do something. Like- meltdown in a store. And since my son was a tiny baby something about second hand shops or shops with things all the way to the ceiling would make him have a meltdown. So I feel very humbled and embarrassed in a store when he has or does it. 😅 And yes baby girl seems easier because I’ve already gone through a lot with my son. But I can tell her personality will be more sensitive than my son so that’s something I will have to be a better listener and patient in. He’s very stubborn at times and can wear me out but yet at the same time the biggest , sweetest helper in the whole world. He’s sweet and loving to his sister and makes her laugh all the time. And she’s just a jolly baby almost as soon as she wakes up. ❤️ I love being a sahm so I can enjoy them , because the years go fast.
I hate being pregnant, even though I love having children. Some women really enjoy it, but it is so hard for me. I can definitely relate to what you were saying.
Oh my you had a rough labor, but Lexi was certainly worth it. You have been blessed with beautiful children. I also remember thinking how I could love another child as much as the first. You are so right, love is not divided it grows greater. Funny I never had that thought with baby 3 and 4.
You described my pregnancy blues to a T! I do not have ppd I experience depression during the pregnancy. When I was pregnant I did not enjoy pregnancy and the fact that I had sever hyperemesis for the entire pregnancy didn’t help
Lexi has beautiful soulful eyes that look right into her Mom's face! She loves you! Your pain was so intense. It sounds like your sacroiliac joints were moving weirdly. They may need adjusting. Zander is an entertaining brother. Wonderful
Second for me was definitely easier. First one, my girl, at the age she learned to pull herself up in the crib, also mastered the art of removing her own diapers. Yes....with "that stuff" in them. One morning when she awoke, I went into her room and she had " diaper painted" all over herself and the wall. I immediately did a straight U-turn out of the room, shut the nursery door, marched over to my still sleeping husband and said, " okay.....YOUR TURN!!!"
You are amazing! I'm so proud of you for making a plan but consider changing it when things arise. I know it can be discouraging when your so worried and must put your faith in the hands of anyone but God. They really cared about you and it's obvious you trusted them and they helped you to be a champion of your birth...some couldn't be as brave as you were and look at the result! A beautiful daughter who smiles with her eyes and knows the secrets of the universe. Never doubt your strength. Gloria is right...you are a warrior! Xoxoxox. Remember someone in Georgia holds you close in her heart and prayers... Also...you have every right to speak about your feelings and if you don't like pregnancy, it's completely acceptable to say exactly that. You're a great mom and it's the hardest job in the world. One more thing...did you fear that you couldn't love another baby as much as you do your first born? I'd imagine that flew out the window the minute you saw her. You're beautiful...thanks for sharing.
Thank you. Yes the staff was amazing and really it was OK. Just one step at a time.. or should I say contraction, lol. Yes that fear flew right out the window! Lol have a blessed day!
Thank you for sharing so much of your life, faith and of course sweet Zander and now precious Lexie❤️much love and blessings to you and your beautiful family. And by the way I love Nolan’s knowledge of the Bible, If he feels a calling to have an online bible study I will be the first to join! Your videos leave me with joy and a full heart especially now in these uncertain times. Much love from Cali❤️
I really feel like sometimes we set up a lot of expectations for having children. It really makes women who have c-sections feel like they failed or missed something. The end goal is a healthy baby and Mom. I had three c-sections, two of them were elective and I am just as much a Mama as I will ever be. I must have done something right because they all still live at home in their 20s😂😂Congrats on your little one, she’s a cutie ❤️
You're right! I don't get the shame on different types of child birth. We are all different. Main reason I didn't want a child section was the more difficult healing. You are a strong woman
Thank you for sharing your story I had three my boy was the hardest my girls were good sleepers my boy wasn't with my son I went through the mama Blues real bad and then it went away Xander is so cute Lexi is beautiful just like her mom thank you for always sharing like I said you're genuine and you're always in my prayers your friend Kathy
I found each pregnancy is totally different. My first one I had to have an emergency C-section because I was in labor for 3 days and got a severe infection and he was too big so you got stuck the second one was 7 weeks early did that one completely natural no pain meds whatsoever the third one I had to have an emergency C-section because she decided she wanted to be breach I will say every pregnancy even the labor and delivery is different and every person experiences different so you could have those two experiences and the next one sunshine and roses you just never know but you do have a really beautiful little lady there God bless
Each labor really is different. I remember with my third it was all going smoothly, but then he got stuck in my ribs somehow, and I could feel the incredible pressure even with an epidural. When they turned me to my other side, he literally popped out of my ribs, and it was immediate relief! That was the worst part of that one.
Yes, maybe there is something to that because my girls were definitely better sleepers than my boys. My boys were always hungry! I’m also pretty sure your harder recovery with Xander was because of the pit… I had pit for my 3rd baby and my recovery was much harder than my other vaginal births. 2nd baby was c section, so that was a difficult recovery as well, but my 1st and 4th babies were my easiest recoveries, and they were births with little to no pain meds and no pit
I understand not being able to hold my third baby. He was the only one I had Potisin with. It is that drug that keeps you from enjoying the moment of birth. In my opinion 🙂😊
I just had my baby and I had the horrible leg pain!!! I sometimes get leg cramping with the leg pain and I was dreading that pain, not the contractions, those were nothing compared to leg cramps and those shooting nerve leg pains. Ugh so sorry you had those too!
My second birth was definitely harder. I had back and front labor. She also weighed 9lbs. 7oz. and my first weighed 8lbs. 7oz. I'm about 5ft. 3" tall so I was all baby!! I had natural childbirth with both of them.
I remember the “baby blues” I went through after my son was born. It was awful and I feel like I was deprived of the joy I should have experienced for those first few weeks😥 My situation was basically the same as yours, in that, I had no “baby experience” and I was scared to death the day we came home. I remember looking at my baby on the car ride home, and thinking “I have no idea what I’m supposed to do! I’m totally responsible for raising another human being and I’m clueless and scared to death!” It was just me and my husband and no one else to help. Our parents all worked, so they couldn’t help. My great Aunt called me one day to see how we were doing, and I guess she could tell by the sound of my voice that I wasn’t the greatest (this was about 6 weeks in). She told me to load up my baby and come visit her. She was only about 30 mins away. That visit was my turning point! Everything I was going through was what she had also gone through! All I needed was someone who could relate to my feelings. I thought I was the only one that ever felt the way I did! Believe it or not, the drive home was completely different than the drive to her house! I had done a 180😊 I was forever grateful for her wisdom and I always try to be that bright spot to other new moms. I’m sorry this was so long🫤 God Bless🙏
My husband and I were not "baby people ". We were so scared and didn't know what to do. When our 1st son was born and cried so much, I just cried with him. I will say as he grew, I could not believe that I could love another human like I did him. Now he is 44 and he is still so very special. God blessed us with 2 more sons and love for them grew with each one. How humbling it is that God allowed me to be a mother. I learned so much from my children. They truly are a heritage from the Lord!
Thank you for keeping it real. I loved what you had to said. We’ve all been through it as being first and second time mom’s but not to many moms keep it real like you did. I’m a grandma now but back in my day when I was a first and second time mom to have someone telling me what they are going through as a mom would of help me knowing I wasn’t a lone.
Thank you for sharing your story . . . I love hearing birth stories. I've had 4 myself, each one was different, but all resulted in a beautiful healthy baby ❣️
I always love to hear about birth stories. I have 3 now adult children that were born by C-section so to hear stories about natural births is amazing to me. (Sounds wierd but I feel I missed out on something. I am grateful that my babies were born safe and healthy. My first was an emergency C-section and back in the day... 37 years ago that is just what they did...once a c-section always c-sections for the next babies that come. Exciting thing now, my childrren are having children and we are to blessed to be grandparents to two boys and a little girl and one on the way! Blessings and enjoy your family!
My “baby” turned 40 last month, and yet listening to your birth story brought the births of my two boys into crystal clear focus. In comparison to your experiences, my labors were much easier…10 hours the first time, 3 hours the second. They were 4 years apart, both hospital births, but completely natural and unmedicated with the first a posterior presentation. At 7:30 am, my nurse came in at the shift change and told me she hoped I’d have my baby before she returned to worked at 11pm that evening. I remember being horrified that my labor could go on that much longer. Three hours later, my precious son was born. Absolutely nothing could have prepared me for the love I immediately felt for that child. My husband felt the same. The second time, I worried that I couldn’t possibly love another child the way I loved my first. The second birth was very quick and easy with the exception of maybe 15 rough minutes before I realized I was in transition. I delivered in a foreign country where no one in the hospital except my doctor spoke English and he arrived minutes before I delivered. The moment he placed my screaming baby in my arms, he immediately stopped crying and just gazed into my eyes. Once again, boundless love. Your Zander reminds me so much of him…energetic and absolutely full of himself. Your children are so beautiful and they both have the “look” of children who are showered with love. I’m astounded by how much you get done, how great you look, and how patiently you take everything in stride. I wouldn’t have dreamed of attempting an outing with a newborn and older child as you did. I’m sure Zander will remember that day when he’s older. You’re so real and so sweet. All the rest can wait. Just enjoy your family and allow yourself time to heal from the rigors of childbirth. I loved this video.
Aww thanks for sharing.. your stories are so special! There's just nothing like meeting your little bundle and the way your son stopped crying melts my heart! Thanks for the encouragement!
You are wonderful! After the ordeal with my first delivery it did not stop me from having 2 more children. I was told I'd be lucky to carry any baby full term let alone have any. No matter the pain and ordeal I greatly appreciate the blessings God granted me. To make it even more exciting, I now have 10 grandchildren! Children are a gift from God and I am so glad he saw me fit to raise three of his blessings. ❤ Keep strong in the faith. You are doing a wonderful job.
Truly a gift and so worth the pain. I agree! So Happy for you!
Being a mother of two looks good on you. ☺️ You seem to be glowing during this video. So happy you’re all doing well.
Thank you! I'm greatly enjoying it
I always felt guilty or weird to say that I really did not like being pregnant! Absolutely love everything else that goes with being a mother. That 3rd trimester though! ugh! Thanks for making me feel that I was normal.
SAME!!!!!!! 😀
I wasn’t fond of pregnancy either until at least the last trimester and I have 5 children lol 😂 my first pregnancy I had morning sickness 24/7 for 7.5 months I love epidurals they made 5 deliveries bearable lol 😂
YES❣
Fun fact: the nerves to your legs run on the inside of your pelvis. Baby is supposed to lay on those in labor, to dull the pain.
You’re a trooper! Thank you for sharing.
Interesting. I did not know that!
Such fun❣🙄🤣
I was blessed that my deliveries were easy but my pregnancies were not so good. I was sick the whole time. You are so right you don’t remember any of that once you hold the special gift. ❤️
Wow. That's a long 9 months. So sorry!
@@theMennoniteMom they were worth it in they end.
You are doing a wonderful job with your babies. They are both so precious. You birth story will help a lot of mothers know they are normal. Glad you made it with out a C Section. Recovery’s definitely a lot easier. Thank you for sharing.
Oh, Jenine! I LOVE hearing other women's birth stories. Labour is such a powerful, transformative and difficult-to-express experience. I felt for you! I think it's really important to talk it through as we process the intensity of these experiences. I can relate to the strong leg pain you describe. I have terrible varicose veins and leg issues during pregnancy that have only intensified with each baby and age. You are a strong woman and I love how funny and REAL you are. Bravo!
Thanks for sharing. I've only heard of other women since I spoke of it in here. But very few... it's really odd. I hear varicose veins are terrible. I'm sorry 😞 I didn't have them thankfully
My autoimmune problems started at 6 weeks after my last kiddo. Pregnancy is so hard for me! I hear you mama.
Your baby girl is beautiful and so sweet. You are so blessed. Thanks for sharing your faith too. All my children are grown and on their own. My oldest is 55 and my youngest is 45. We had 4; each one is so different. 78 is a great age to be. Blessings.
Ahhh, such beautiful children!!!! Thanks for being so open in sharing your stories and feelings with us. I am so glad you've been doing well after the birth. Just praying the colitis stays at bay for you. Have a wonderful weekend!!!! Oh! by the way, you are glowing in this video!!!!
I have Birthed 14 Children. 7 boys and 7 girls. I had all of my children at home. I lost my second one at Birth. And was a Surrogate once. I never did have the Baby Blues. Which I am very thankful for.Al I can say is that God is good All the time, And All the time God is good. God Bless you and your family.
I remember when you were worried about being a girl mom. Girls are so special! The look of love on your face and your happiness are heartwarming. Thank you for this video. Looking forward to more about you and your little ones 💓
So glad you are doing well, Jeannine ❤️ I too have an autoimmune disease with 5 kids; I completely understand 🙏
She is a little beauty and seems a happy girl. Tell Zander he is an awesome big brother!
Thanks for your war story, I was so blessed with my two, labor was painful but took only 4 and 6 hours. They slept pretty well 8 and 9 pounders with natural birth
I hope things continue with blessings and happiness.
You are a warrior lady so proud of you. Enjoy everyday as you look at your perfect Lexi. And son. God gives us the ability. And so glad it turned out great. Love your videos thanks for sharing
Thank you! 😊
That bike looks so cool! Thanks for sharing we enjoy keeping up with you. Congrats on baby Lexi🍼💜🦼
My first son was easy 4 hours hardly any pushing . Second son I was on bedrest the last month , we moved to my hometown bc my husband was military and had to train somwhere else, I caught the flu and delivered early at nearby Army base he was also about 6 hours labor. Then came the third ha he was stubborn , I had to be induced and labor was almost 24 hours !! I too felt like in a haze with my two last sons I never felt well and as soon as I delivered I felt fine . After my last I said no more . Now anyday now we will soon be Grandparents first time I pray she has a smooth delivery. I went natural with all 3 , now I cant tolerate a cramp!! Beautiful family you have
It was so good to hear of your experience with Lexie n Xander.
Gosh Janine, it’s been so long since my second boy was born, it’s been almost 50ty years n 521/2 yr since my first. I will admit after their born you surprisingly forget the awful pain you went through to bring them into this world. Unfortunately my first born I lost him at almost 19 yrs. old from s car accident. But both boys were so different as babies. Jamie would sleep about 4 hours n wake to eat but Shawn he was a colicky up every 2 hrs n took 2 hrs to get him back down to sleep. He slept most of the time in a stroller with a pillow inside n I’d just roll it back n forth. I have to admit it was tough at times. Having a 21/2 yr old n a new born. I never knew what rest was. We got through it praise God.
I really enjoyed you sharing with all of us. I truly admire you.
Xander is going to be a great big brother. I’m just so happy your doing well n you finally have your little girl.
Much love n prayers to you n family. ♥️😊👍👍
I’ve often hoped that if I ever have a second it will be a little easier, the change in becoming a mom felt so huge with my first baby! I 100% did pregnancy for the end reward and not at all cause I enjoyed the 9 months of pregnancy….thanks for sharing❤️
I think you'll find it much easier! I sure did and I'm not a natural mother (as in didn't crave to be one)
Such a great video, I truly enjoyed it!! I totally agree with your sister about her waking up when she’s ready to eat, I was the same with both of my girls. I was extremely blessed with both of mine that they were amazing sleepers from the very start and were very seldomly fussy, they were both always very content unless they weren’t feeling well and even in those instances they were never really fussy. I had c-sections with both my girls, I was never able to dilate even to a half a cm no matter what we tried for both. I was induced for both and literally tried everything possible to get my body to dilate and I was on pit for 2 days with both and had major contractions. They tried using a gel to soften the cervix, my water broke with my first and absolutely nothing happened. It was very frustrating to say the least but at the end of the day we were blessed with 2 beautiful, healthy baby girls and that’s what mattered. I’m so glad you haven’t had to deal with any flares and I’ll be keeping you in prayers that you don’t have. Sending hugs and prayers to the entire family!!! Thank you for sharing this video with us!!!
Wow I admire you for sticking at it so long and trying everything. You're strong! Praise God we love in an Era where there are other options when vaginal deliver isn't an option
Too much detail!
My son did exactly the same, ate every 2 hours and when my daughter was born, ahe slept for 4 hrs. That first few times I had to go check her to make sure she was breathing. Just wasn't used to the long sleeps. She is beautiful. Lexi is such a good name.
That's great! Feels amazing to have longer breaks!
You are wise beyond your years! Your children are so blessed to have you as their Mommy!
Jeanine you look so good, you are glowing and such a proud mommy. Lexi is so adorable and precious! She’s definitely sounds like a good baby! It looks like Xander is taking his new roll as big brother perfectly! God bless! ❤️❤️
29:24 a quote i heard once:
"Just as i said 'my child would never' here they come nevering like they've never nevered before!"
🤣 perfect quote
The first is hardest in so many ways IMO, particularly because you have so much to learn. It's hard learning how to juggle when there are siblings, but you're right, you've already learned how to play the game in a lot of ways.
You’re a champ! I’m so glad you’re doing well and enjoying precious little Lexi. I loved this stage when they were plumping out and melting your heart with those sweet gummy little smiles. ~ Linda
It is such a fun stage!
She's trying to verbalize are already, so adorable and sweet.
So happy for your positive experience!!!! I definitely panicked with the second birth because of how long and painful the first was but my second came within a couple pushes so it was totally unnecessary. My first was an active boy whom angels were around because he was born with the cord around his neck. My second was a sensitive girl (took us a while to figure out she didn't like the brightness of the world/lights and had to grow into that) and she was a "delicate sipper" while my boy was like Xander. Every two hours, if I was lucky he was gobbling his milk! lol. My boy was zooming even as an infant and wanted my attention always. He didn't play for ten minutes by himself without wanting me to join him. That was hard for me. I thought he should be able to handle 20 minute stretches or so, but quiet play held no interest to him. My girl would sit with her toys happily playing for long times - like 45 minutes - by herself (in the same area with me). I was amazed. Don't know if these are sex linked traits, but could be. Neither of mine wanted anything to do with a bottle, so glad Xander gets to feed her and probably your husband too. Enjoy the journey!
So interesting how children are so different! Yours were different as day and night 😀
I could relate to your postpartum experience on my first two! Yes, so glad to be not pregnant! My first birth was incredibly hard, ending in hemorrhage and having to have 3 units of blood after losing more then half of my own. Second birth, piece of cake…..but needed drugs to stop hemorrhage. 3rd, hard labor, drugs for hemorrhage again….but healthy. I definitely experienced some postpartum blues after the third. It was mild…. But still overwhelmed. Thank you for sharing.
Xander❤️❤️❤️❤️He is so adorable!!!
Sounds tough! I'm sorry!
@@theMennoniteMom , all is good and my beautiful daughter was worth every moment of hardship. Take good care of yourself! Mom’s are so used to taking care of everyone else first.
She's so cute! You are so blessed! Can't wait to get more baby advice from you :)
I too felt out of sorts when I was pregnant. I did not enjoy any of my pregnancies . I had always wanted to have kids and I was happy to be having a child but I think I would be just as happy to have a child by adoption. I had no morning sickness and no medical issues until later so overall I would say I had easy pregnancies. It's more the fog and irritability that I felt that took the joy out of it all. I then went on to have three emergency c-sectiions because of pre-eclampsia and even though they were all preemies they were all healthy. Like you... as soon as they were born I felt much better. Bonus with preemies is they stay at the hospital and you are able to go home and rest. Getting a full night of sleep really helps with the recovery. I think you did an amazing job. Every women has their own experience. My mum had no intense labour pains. . Lost the weight right away. Was super easy for her. She went on to have 6 kids in 7 yrs. My older sisters are only 10 months apart. Yet my older sisters and myself had totally different experiences. So don't compare your experience to someone else. Some people are just made for having babies. I wasn't one of them as much as I would have liked to have been. I certainly would have had more if it had been as easy as it was for my mum. So enjoy your daughter and allow yourself to heal and enjoy this time with your babies.
That's interesting. So often daughters will make after their moms with birth experiences. In sorry it was so difficult for you. Glad your babies were healthy!
I can't imagine having that long of a labor with both back labor and thigh pain. You are a superstar! (And both your children are beautiful).
Thanks. We made it! But glad it's behind
I feel for you. I too started my labor on Saturday and Sean was born on Monday at 10:51 am, all natural! For my daughter, it was only twenty hours, I asked for Demerol shot and swore it wasn’t working, Shannon was born on a Wednesday at 10:15 that night. I had nursed my daughter and showered and in my room at 11:30🙂. God bless you and your beautiful family!
Oh my how she has grown! I love those toothless grins. I don't think you shared too much. When I become a mother how I thanked God forHis blessing, so greatfull He made me a woman.
Thank you! I echo your sentiment i am So grateful as well
Thank you for sharing your birth story as I'm sure it will be helpful to so many. So happy to hear God has answered prayer and you are all doing well. You have a beautiful family and you are awesome parents and I truly wish you all the best. Blessings to you from Beth in East Tennessee.
Thanks for sharing ! I didn’t think you over shared, it took me back to our first one almost forty years ago ! Very similar born at home with a great midwife. I was opposite after morning sickness I usually felt wonderful and happy , then struggled a bit with postpartum, no fun !PS I love your dress 🥰
I love this ❤ I almost bled to death with my son (2nd child) & the epidural was worthless for me but I wonder if it's bcuz it was administered last minute. I didn't love being pregnant either time & I'm so happy to be a mom. I don't think you are a bad person bcuz you don't love being pregnant... I also had major leg & back pains with my son! ugh yucky lol... My daughter is night & day from my son. She is still calm & happy... my son nope, he's a wild boy lol I'm sure you are doing so great! Parenting is sooooo hard......
I'm so glad you are OK that had to be so scary. I think boys have high energy levels lol
You totally forget the pain level! Lol I had lower back pain that shot into my hips from about dinner time Friday until I gave birth Saturday evening. I cried out of relief when he was born lol.
I totally understand about not caring for the pregnancy. I only liked the part toward the middle…you start to glow and your hair thickens🤣 but the other parts are just hard! I have 3 and each a c-section. My oldest is 14 and the middle almost 12 and the youngest(a boy) almost 9! Time has flown. You are a great momma just enjoy them and give them over to God. 💗
So different from the UK, admittedly we went private baby had passed first motion and as soon as they realised that baby was coming out. With drip labour start to finish 2 hours! But we weren't left once. Congratulations enjoy every minute, love your vlogs.
Glad it was fast for you! And thank you!
Thanks for sharing your birth story. I love hearing them and telling mine to people. Some people don’t want to listen, but it is a huge moment in a mom’s life. From a mom that took fertility treatments to get pregnant and lost my twins after having to deliver at 24 weeks because of preeclampsia, then having a miscarriage before my rainbow baby I understand what you mean about not enjoying pregnancy. My first pregnancy with the twins was horrible with preeclampsia issues and carrying twins as a first pregnancy. I found out I have a clotting disorder, so I had to take a shot of blood thinner daily til delivery with my rainbow baby. That was not pleasant and the fear the whole pregnancy was horrible. I want another child, but pregnancy scares me and is wonderful and scary for me. I’m glad you shared your feelings, so I know I’m not alone in those feelings.
I feel I can really relate to this video. Your kiddos are so sweet and I’m loving watching them grow up. My birth with my son was 36 hours from the time my water broke. And by the time he came I was exhausted and then hemorrhaged. But with my baby girl - it was 11 1/2 hours from the time my water broke and she came. However I had back labor with her so I felt like it was more painful even though she came faster. I use lavender oil for pain relief. My sweet honey hold the bottle under my nose though contractions and it helps me make it through to the end with no meds. But with my baby girl, I drank so much red raspberry leaf tea and didn’t hemorrhage so recovery with her was so much easier. And as they grow- I always laugh and say God gave me the child in my son that I judged growing up. Lol saying my kid wouldn’t do something. Like- meltdown in a store. And since my son was a tiny baby something about second hand shops or shops with things all the way to the ceiling would make him have a meltdown. So I feel very humbled and embarrassed in a store when he has or does it. 😅 And yes baby girl seems easier because I’ve already gone through a lot with my son. But I can tell her personality will be more sensitive than my son so that’s something I will have to be a better listener and patient in. He’s very stubborn at times and can wear me out but yet at the same time the biggest , sweetest helper in the whole world. He’s sweet and loving to his sister and makes her laugh all the time. And she’s just a jolly baby almost as soon as she wakes up. ❤️ I love being a sahm so I can enjoy them , because the years go fast.
Had two sons at home and would do it again. Thanks for sharing.
I hate being pregnant, even though I love having children. Some women really enjoy it, but it is so hard for me. I can definitely relate to what you were saying.
So happy for you. Wishing you continued good health and lots and lots of happiness.
Oh my you had a rough labor, but Lexi was certainly worth it. You have been blessed with beautiful children. I also remember thinking how I could love another child as much as the first. You are so right, love is not divided it grows greater. Funny I never had that thought with baby 3 and 4.
I'm sure it just keeps growing! Yes Lexi was worth everything!
Love your dress. Also enjoyed your video . You are a strong woman, birth is such a miracle. 💗
You’re a fantastic mummy little girl Lexie looks like big brother Xander great job mum n dad 💕 blessings
She looks so much like her brother. Cute baby!
You described my pregnancy blues to a T! I do not have ppd I experience depression during the pregnancy. When I was pregnant I did not enjoy pregnancy and the fact that I had sever hyperemesis for the entire pregnancy didn’t help
Lexi has beautiful soulful eyes that look right into her
Mom's face! She loves you!
Your pain was so intense. It sounds like your sacroiliac joints were moving weirdly. They may need adjusting. Zander is an entertaining brother. Wonderful
Thanks! Yes not sure what was going on... 😕
Second for me was definitely easier. First one, my girl, at the age she learned to pull herself up in the crib, also mastered the art of removing her own diapers. Yes....with "that stuff" in them. One morning when she awoke, I went into her room and she had " diaper painted" all over herself and the wall. I immediately did a straight U-turn out of the room, shut the nursery door, marched over to my still sleeping husband and said, " okay.....YOUR TURN!!!"
So enjoyed you birth story. I could relate completely. Thank you for sharing.
You are amazing! I'm so proud of you for making a plan but consider changing it when things arise. I know it can be discouraging when your so worried and must put your faith in the hands of anyone but God. They really cared about you and it's obvious you trusted them and they helped you to be a champion of your birth...some couldn't be as brave as you were and look at the result! A beautiful daughter who smiles with her eyes and knows the secrets of the universe. Never doubt your strength. Gloria is right...you are a warrior! Xoxoxox. Remember someone in Georgia holds you close in her heart and prayers...
Also...you have every right to speak about your feelings and if you don't like pregnancy, it's completely acceptable to say exactly that. You're a great mom and it's the hardest job in the world.
One more thing...did you fear that you couldn't love another baby as much as you do your first born? I'd imagine that flew out the window the minute you saw her. You're beautiful...thanks for sharing.
Thank you. Yes the staff was amazing and really it was OK. Just one step at a time.. or should I say contraction, lol. Yes that fear flew right out the window! Lol have a blessed day!
@@theMennoniteMom you, too!
Beautiful birth story, blessings to all you.🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰
True words. Lovely. Thank you for sharing.
Way to go girl! You rock!
I also had terrible back pain that radiated down my thighs to my knees so I know exactly what you are talking about.
That's interesting. I have met very few people that have had that experience
I am so very happy for you all Jesus keep blessing this family
She is precious! 🌻🧸
Thank you for sharing so much of your life, faith and of course sweet Zander and now precious Lexie❤️much love and blessings to you and your beautiful family. And by the way I love Nolan’s knowledge of the Bible, If he feels a calling to have an online bible study I will be the first to join! Your videos leave me with joy and a full heart especially now in these uncertain times. Much love from Cali❤️
Thank you. I will tell him that 😀
I really feel like sometimes we set up a lot of expectations for having children. It really makes women who have c-sections feel like they failed or missed something. The end goal is a healthy baby and Mom. I had three c-sections, two of them were elective and I am just as much a Mama as I will ever be. I must have done something right because they all still live at home in their 20s😂😂Congrats on your little one, she’s a cutie ❤️
You're right! I don't get the shame on different types of child birth. We are all different. Main reason I didn't want a child section was the more difficult healing. You are a strong woman
🌸Lexi is precious!
You are blessed with a beautiful family
Thank you for sharing your story I had three my boy was the hardest my girls were good sleepers my boy wasn't with my son I went through the mama Blues real bad and then it went away Xander is so cute Lexi is beautiful just like her mom thank you for always sharing like I said you're genuine and you're always in my prayers your friend Kathy
Thanks Kathy. Glad you were able to get rid of the baby blues. That makes it so difficult
I found each pregnancy is totally different. My first one I had to have an emergency C-section because I was in labor for 3 days and got a severe infection and he was too big so you got stuck the second one was 7 weeks early did that one completely natural no pain meds whatsoever the third one I had to have an emergency C-section because she decided she wanted to be breach I will say every pregnancy even the labor and delivery is different and every person experiences different so you could have those two experiences and the next one sunshine and roses you just never know but you do have a really beautiful little lady there God bless
Your labor story is almost identical of mine when I had my son ❤️
Each labor really is different. I remember with my third it was all going smoothly, but then he got stuck in my ribs somehow, and I could feel the incredible pressure even with an epidural. When they turned me to my other side, he literally popped out of my ribs, and it was immediate relief! That was the worst part of that one.
Sounds painful!
Glad you are doing well
You are such a good Momma.
Aww Lexi is so precious!
I appreciate your REAL❣️
Beautiful story and your kids are adorable ❤️
Yes, maybe there is something to that because my girls were definitely better sleepers than my boys. My boys were always hungry! I’m also pretty sure your harder recovery with Xander was because of the pit… I had pit for my 3rd baby and my recovery was much harder than my other vaginal births. 2nd baby was c section, so that was a difficult recovery as well, but my 1st and 4th babies were my easiest recoveries, and they were births with little to no pain meds and no pit
You told your birth story beautifully Jeanine! 🐾🥰
Thank you!
I understand not being able to hold my third baby. He was the only one I had Potisin with. It is that drug that keeps you from enjoying the moment of birth. In my opinion 🙂😊
I just had my baby and I had the horrible leg pain!!! I sometimes get leg cramping with the leg pain and I was dreading that pain, not the contractions, those were nothing compared to leg cramps and those shooting nerve leg pains. Ugh so sorry you had those too!
Yes! The absolute worst! I'm sorry you had that as well. 😑
You look so healthy and happy. Your blessed. Thank you for sharing your story. Love your dress btw.
Thank you for sharing 💕
I’m glad she’s here and you are all doing so well. I do wonder why they didn’t stay with you and help you and maybe break your water sooner.
My second birth was definitely harder. I had back and front labor. She also weighed 9lbs. 7oz. and my first weighed 8lbs. 7oz. I'm about 5ft. 3" tall so I was all baby!! I had natural childbirth with both of them.
Sounds tough! 😪 I'll be you were all baby. Not much room... 😃 had to be uncomfortable?
Congratulations
Zander is such a great big brother 💜💜
She is beautiful.
Thanks so much for sharing!!
I love birth stories.. 💕
Thanks for sharing.
Your baby 👧 is so so cute Adorable so cute
Lexi is So precious and Beautiful worth it All ❤❤
Lol, I always want more babies right after I have one! It's insane.
😅😅
I’ve never heard another woman say that about labor and pain going down your legs! I had the same! And I had a girl and her name is Lexi!
Interesting! Yes I haven't met anyone else either
First comment!! Love ya!
Lol thank you!
I've never forgotten that pain that's y I only have one child I disliked being pregnant also
❤❤❤❤❤
I truly hit th 'baby blues ' when my son turned 2❣❣❣ He WAS terrible. 🤪
That's a tough age!!!
Thank you for sharing your birth story and your honesty about everything. You hit a lot of truths that so many women don’t talk about openly. 💕
I remember the “baby blues” I went through after my son was born. It was awful and I feel like I was deprived of the joy I should have experienced for those first few weeks😥
My situation was basically the same as yours, in that, I had no “baby experience” and I was scared to death the day we came home. I remember looking at my baby on the car ride home, and thinking “I have no idea what I’m supposed to do! I’m totally responsible for raising another human being and I’m clueless and scared to death!”
It was just me and my husband and no one else to help. Our parents all worked, so they couldn’t help.
My great Aunt called me one day to see how we were doing, and I guess she could tell by the sound of my voice that I wasn’t the greatest (this was about 6 weeks in). She told me to load up my baby and come visit her. She was only about 30 mins away.
That visit was my turning point!
Everything I was going through was what she had also gone through! All I needed was someone who could relate to my feelings. I thought I was the only one that ever felt the way I did!
Believe it or not, the drive home was completely different than the drive to her house! I had done a 180😊
I was forever grateful for her wisdom and I always try to be that bright spot to other new moms.
I’m sorry this was so long🫤
God Bless🙏
My husband and I were not "baby people ". We were so scared and didn't know what to do. When our 1st son was born and cried so much, I just cried with him. I will say as he grew, I could not believe that I could love another human like I did him. Now he is 44 and he is still so very special. God blessed us with 2 more sons and love for them grew with each one. How humbling it is that God allowed me to be a mother. I learned so much from my children. They truly are a heritage from the Lord!
Thank you for keeping it real. I loved what you had to said. We’ve all been through it as being first and second time mom’s but not to many moms keep it real like you did. I’m a grandma now but back in my day when I was a first and second time mom to have someone telling me what they are going through as a mom would of help me knowing I wasn’t a lone.
Thank you for sharing your story . . . I love hearing birth stories. I've had 4 myself, each one was different, but all resulted in a beautiful healthy baby ❣️
That's what counts!
I always love to hear about birth stories. I have 3 now adult children that were born by C-section so to hear stories about natural births is amazing to me. (Sounds wierd but I feel I missed out on something. I am grateful that my babies were born safe and healthy. My first was an emergency C-section and back in the day... 37 years ago that is just what they did...once a c-section always c-sections for the next babies that come. Exciting thing now, my childrren are having children and we are to blessed to be grandparents to two boys and a little girl and one on the way! Blessings and enjoy your family!