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omg imagine your daughter looking at this in the future.Not everyone's mom has a detailed conversation of the birth on cam. This will be amazing for her.
Maybe not an cam, but I’m pretty sure most if not all moms remember and share their birth stories. I have 7 (the first being a full-term stillbirth) and remember most details about all.
I’ve had four kids. I don’t think any of Out kids think their birth story is “embarrassing” it’s happening to the Mom’s body. I actually like hearing about My birth. And Our kids have seemed to like hearing about theirs.
Can we all take a moment to appreciate how supportive, patient and loving Josh is. The photos of him looking over you. My heart. You truly are blessed. ❤
When she was talking about all thoughts she was having after they got home she said something about, what if Josh leaves me or doesn’t look at me the same, I was thinking about the way he looks at her. In their pictures it looks like he is going to burst with love for her and their baby. I imagine he loves her more even if he probably felt like that wasn’t possible. It’s really beautiful to see and I’m so happy for them
Let's stop celebrating men for doing their sperm doning DUTY.. He BETTER be supportive, patient, and loving. What? He gets to be a parent, but doesn't have to grow a human. I'm stunned by people who give men accolades, they don't deserve. His basic job during his wife's labor and delivery, is to be an F'in rock star, and a woman who has a man that isn't a failure, doesn't make her blessed, it makes her worthy. I have supporter women during birth, for 31 years, as a Maternal/Child practitioner, and find it heartbreaking that there are young women out there celebrating sperm donors, for not being a DICK! Set your expectations higher, Cindy. Your heart, deserves better than you think.
I really appreciate how honest Kendall was about having intrusive thoughts. As someone who also haves them from time to time, I feel shameful even saying some of the things that cross my mind (even though they are not MY thoughts or wants), and seeing Kendall open up and really being honest and vulnerable means a lot
I am dying at Kendall saying she wanted to stop and that she didn’t think she could do it because I was legit the same way. I told them “I can’t do this” like I had a choice 😂😂 birth is legit crazy 🫠
Me too. I remember looking at my husband after 2 days in labor when she was literally coming out and saying I don’t want to! And he said, babe, you already are! 🤣🤣🤣
@@faiza515 same no kids yet but one time we hiked into the wilderness and I was too tired to hike out… but options were limited. I remember that feeling of wanting to give up but knowing you def can’t lmao. Birth is probably that times a million
As someone who personally doesn’t feel that she wants to have children I still find it so important to empathize with people who give birth. You sharing your story allows for people to do that. ❤️ Also, it’s so damn empowering to listen to. The human body is incredible.
I love how understanding and relating you can be it’s your choice we’re all women and we can make the Personal choice for ourselves I respect you women to women that you don’t want kids just as much as any women! as mom these posts are super amazing and admirable this shit isn’t easy😅
Right?! Goddamn miracle of life. Making ppl who've never wanted babies start thinking wild thoughts about love and family. Pfff. The heartache and fear of losing them or illnesses usually stops me as soon as it starts tho 😅 I think I'd just have to be RICH to stop being so worried, and be one of those overly careful crazy homeschooling moms. No far right bull here tho. Just your average leftists and realist PARANOIA.
Post partum is truly the 4th trimester nobody talks about or prepares you for. No matter how many children you have (I have 3) it's difficult every single time in some significant way. It's exactly what you said, everyone's attention goes to the baby and off the mother. It takes our bodies, minds and hormones months to get back to a decent level. So glad you talked about this.
@@kristybobo6193 Well post partum is the time period following having a baby, so technically we all have a post partum, ie. bleeding etc. Post partum depression is something entirely different 1 in 7 women experience PPD.
@@kristybobo6193 I have 2 sons and I didn't get PPD either but honestly I am so grateful to have not dealt with that on top of just birthing a baby I can't imagine how much more difficult it would be 🙁 moms are amazing 🖤💚
When you were talking about your rainbow song and the rainbow outside all I could think of was “you first baby was there with you, they were cheering you on for their little sister. For your little rainbow baby holy” my heart is so full for you and your family. Sending you all so much love
My baby is 42 years old already, and I really enjoyed this sesh. It brought back so many memories of her birth and how she changed me for the better on so many levels. Holly is absolutely adorable. Congratulations!!
You’re sweet comment reminds me so much of my mom, I can tell you have such a sweet relationship with your daughter. My mom had me at 40 so it was always a bit harder for us to relate but now that I’m 29 & she’s 69 it’s a little easier for us to understand each other.
@@MsNoPixelSame!! I feel ya. Im 29 next month, and my mom had me at 41. We didnt have a great relationship until recent years. My step dads even older, andy dad is almost 80. Most my friends now and then have younger grandparents then that lol
The pictures of right after she came out have me BAWLING. You can see how unbelievably happy Josh is as well. I’m so happy for you guys. I’m almost 38wks pregnant & I can’t wait to meet my baby boy 😭
Birth PTSD is SO real. I did EMDR and talk therapy to help me process my birth trauma and post partum depression and anxiety. Thank you for telling your story with us. You're validating so many people's experience. You're such a strong mama ♥️
This truly is the BEST birth story I’ve listened to/watched. I’ve never laughed and cried so hard at the same time. Swear to god.. Kendall was so so amazing, and honest. To hear her say some of the stuff she did out loud, ESPECIALLY about PPD/PPA. She truly made me realize I’m not alone. My son is almost 15 months and I’m still not 100% Us moms are Warriors ❤
@@meag_ken822 I am also still struggling with PPD Especially PPA, nearly 3 years on. It’s a huge adjustment, caring for the life of a little person. You are not alone, keep hanging on 💕
@@shhh_itsmegs thank you so much. The anxiety is INTENSE. I want to jump out of my own skin, and up the walls sometimes. It’s typically not THAT bad anymore. But the first few months? Oooffff. So tough. I just love my son so so much. It’s so much more then just love. I know you know what i mean. You’re a momma. When Kendall was saying she would literally suck her daughters boogers out her nose lol i understand exactly what she is feeling. It’s all just SO intense. But we got this. All of us mommas ❤️
@@meag_ken822 those first few months can be so traumatic 😔 I Remember the first whole year feeling sick to my stomach every evening knowing night was coming.. It’s so hard. I’m proud of you , I hope you have Grace with yourself! These days feel so long but the weeks/months go so fast. Congratulations on your beautiful little guy 😄💕
I think all girls have a fear of pregnancy and childbirth. Unfortunately, God did not make us like kangaroos so we could give birth at 4 months and the baby would grow the next five months in a pouch. All mammals experience pain when giving birth, humans, cows, cats, goats, etc. Being pregnant is having a life form growing in your belly for 9 months. Giving birth hurts like hell. In the movies the baby's head come out, and the baby is born. Wrong! Once the baby's head came out I thought I was done and stopped pushing. The midwife said, "You have to keep pushing and get the shoulders out." I started pushing again and the baby was born, took his first breath, received a soul and became human. Once the baby was completely out, it was like a light switch had been turned off and the pain was totally gone. About a 1/2 hour after Fernando was born, with the midwife gently rubbing my belly and gently pulling on the other end of the umbilical cord and me pushing, out came the placenta. Breastfeeding is difficult for the first 3 weeks because your nipples are not used to it, but breastfeeding every 3 hours is a lot easier than making formula and heating bottles every 3 hours. Disposable diapers keep the baby drier than the old fashioned cloth diapers (no need to fear being peed on). Having children of your own is the most fun you can have every day without laughing out loud. My children are now 27 and 30 years old and still give me a great deal of pleasure.
@@KH-dm9zm All I'm going to say is that I also have a strong feeling in my gut that being pregnant would not be good for my health. I'm trusting my body on this.
You can and are built as a woman to give birth. It is scary, but holding your child is so worth it. I was the same way and I promise you it is completely worth it. It is totally your choice, but it will come naturally and it is completely worth it.
I just wanted to say to you, if you want to but are afraid, we all were the same. It will all come to you. Its so worth it in the long run. Do what you have to for you.
it’s crazy to hear this, i had my first baby 5 months ago and i was too traumatized by all the horrible birth stories & ended up having a 30 min painless labor. it’s fascinating how much each person’s experience varies
@@BreaMichelle3 I had a similar experience to the commenter’s. I had a lot of raspberry leaf tea, and took walks on an incline almost everyday until birth. I had a super positive birth experience. I know how nerve wracking birth is, but you got this! Your body knows what it’s doing, and your nurses are there to be your advocates 😊 I was anxious as hell before I went in so I totally understand the nerves!
Same here. My entire experience from pregnancy to post partum was smooth. Like I was waiting for the shoe to drop type of smooth. But, I’ve come across more women that didn’t have those types of experiences than ones who did. I was induced but it went well. Was induced at 7am and she was born by 2:46p. I’m not sure there’s much advice to give except to roll with the punches and do what you feel is necessary to get your baby earth side, healthy. And try and soak it all in.
Birth privacy is highly underrated. It’s a sacred experience that requires unpacking with a highly experienced doula and/ or midwife❤! Thank you for your vulnerability😊!
So many women go through giving birth, literally we are ALL here because a woman gave birth one day, yet every single experience seems so unique and surreal. I know I feel like my births are the coolest, most special births that could ever exist! But we ALL feel that way!
No, you're NOT holding her too much. She spent 9 months in the comfort of her mama's belly, only 2 months in the world. Whenever she needs confort, it is 100% valid for you or Josh to fulfill that need! xxx
I think it’s a myth about the “shouldnt hold your baby all the time”. Y’all should actually do a episode on myths and the history of modernizing birth and “tough parenting” which all our parents / grandparents grew up with. Hold your baby forever, I wish my mum could still pick me up. Too much love is NEVER gonna hurt anyone and I stand by that haha
I dropped everything to watch this. This episode was needed. So many women and men need to watch this. Birth is such a world altering event. Thank you Kendall and the Sesh crew for creating a platform to take this subject head-on. Personally, Kendall told my first two birth stories combined. My heart goes out to her and all the Moms that have taken on this brave venture. Also, mad respect to the Dads...I hope Josh is enjoying every precious moment possible. Happy Holidays to the Mile Higher crew and welcome to the world Holly!
And THANK YOU SO MUCH for saying “fed is best” the amount of crap I’ve received for not breastfeeding is absolutely insane. It was sooo extremely painful for me and was effecting my mental health in a really bad way & I was going downhill so fast and as soon as I switched the mental load lifted so much!
I was under SO much pressure to breastfeed. The pediatrician was the one who finally put it into perspective for me. She said, "Your baby is starving. You don't need to feel guilty for trying to feed him. You should feel guilty if he is starving and you refuse to give him a bottle because society told you breast is best." After that, my guilt was gone. He's 13 years old now. Formula worked fine.
Fed is best. I managed to breastfeed both of my children for an extended period of time however, I still take the stance that fed is best. There are so many reasons that breastfeeding may not work out and as long as mum and baby are happy and healthy then that's all that matters.
Not a mother but my mother formula fed all of her children for the same reasons, and as a formula-fed family, my sisters and i were all healthy happy babies and are now healthy adults. Mothers should do what is best for them
THIS IS SO EMPOWERING!! You spoke about things that we momma’s don’t have the courage to. THANK YOU for sharing. It meant the world to me. I never had somebody to talk to…hearing you was healing!!
The love that Janelle, Karrely & Sydney have for Kendall was so beautiful to see. Watching them well up and get teary while Kendall was talking because they're so overwhelmed with emotion for her and Baby Holly is the best. Thanks for sharing such a vulnerable moment with us ladies xoxo
I was so traumatized by my birth. I watched them, read books, etc. but nothing prepares you for everything you go through while giving birth. The noises that came out of my mouth alone scared me. I love my son but it was so crazy hard. I’m so glad you are normalizing talking about this and not sugar coating it. I hope you are enjoying the good parts of motherhood! Congrats! Wishing you all the best and quick healing physically and emotionally! ❤
As a former nurse midwife, I applaud you so much for sharing your amazing experience so honestly and raw. Especially with postpartum depression. I wish insurance would cover post natal care for new moms, for at least a month after giving birth. Until then, we would all be so lucky to have the support of other women postpartum. Great job, Kendall, and congratulations! ❤️
I really feel a connection to you girls. I have had so many traumatic things happen to me in my life and I get so sad and lonely. When I watch your videos I feel like I’m just talking to my friends. Thank you I needed this. Honesty is so refreshing
Me too. I have a hard time making friends who want to hang out with me outside of whatever context we met in (work or school or whatever). Like to the point where I’ve started questioning if I’m the problem. It hurts and it’s lonely but these videos help.
Thank you Kendal for the reminder. My daughter is expecting in just a couple weeks. It has been 25 years since I went through this and memories fade. I will definitely be more supportive after she gives birth.
Hearing you deal with those certain thoughts and you not being able to speak to Josh and him just allowing you your space was just everything to me! I'm sure he knew you were going through it and and knew that when you were ready, you would open up more. I think that's where a lot of relationships can go wrong because the man doesn't fully understand that its not him and that the women is going through this so it can tear them apart. I really commend Josh and any father that understands the need for your space and thoughts to go by while still being supportive!
I've been waiting to hear Kendalls birth story! I once again had a traumatic birth, I woke up just before midnight and could tell I didn't have enough time to get to the hospital before my mom got to my place to watch my daughter. I was refused an epidural because of the shortage but thankfully 2 hours after arriving at the hospital my sweet little man arrived 💙 Our babies are only 8 hours apart, my son was born early morning August 3rd. I've been watching the sesh since nearly the beginning and it was really cool to go through my pregnancy at the same time. Welcome to motherhood Kendall, it's such a blast 🥰
Thank you for being so candid about this. I’ve seen so many birth stories, and none have been as open as this one. It’s such a huge shift in your life, and not enough people talk about it. I’m so happy for you, and your family. ❤
I don’t have (human) kids nor am I planning to in the very near future, but birth stories fascinate me for some reason. Thank you for feeling comfortable enough to share your story, Kendall! This is super intriguing!
Probably because it’s how we all got here.There’s something interesting about the fact that everyone on this planet is here because someone gave birth to them.
@@ItsMeDarlaLee that’s a great point! especially because I’m just like how does that even happen? like a baby grows and then you give birth to them and it’s like a person. It’s wild!
seeing sidney and carreli getting emo about how good a mom kendall is made me cry. y’all are all so sweet i love you guys so much. kendall i know you’re the best mom already. im so glad holly has you and josh and your whole villiage. y’all are such good people i just love y’all so much
I am so happy for Josh and Kendall, seeing Syd talk about now natural Kendall is a mother had me also in tears. It was so nice to indulge in this love with you guys since we're not able to have a squish of our own. Love you guys so much 🖤
I haven't given birth, but my mom had a very traumatic one with me. It was 16 hours, so not nearly as long, but I ended up having to be a C section. I was already 11 days late so I needed to come out already! My mom tells me the story every year on my birthday but always finishes with how she'd do it all over again because I'm worth it. I'm sure if you tell Holly the whole thing, you'll end the story the same way and she'll feel just as loved as I do when you tell her how worth it she is.
I recently had my first child. And, this video is so accurate. It’s crazy how one experience can help make us all feel connected ❤ I definitely look at childbirth/Postpartum so differently now.
"& i'm just LEaKinG fluid! i'm like sitting there & it''s just STILL coming out. all over the ground" lmao kendall you deserve an olympic medal, an oscar, a nobel prize, or frankly all of them for going through that omg
As a nurse I can confirm they would have meant it when they said your room smells nice! We smell a lot of bad things, so essential oils and stuff are always a nice change lol!
My son was born overseas in a German hospital. The amount if stigma and shame surrounding breastfeeding put on mothers is not just here, it’s everywhere. We need to support one another and talk about iour experiences without judgement. Thank you for being so honest and for sharing. Holly is beautiful and it’s so great to see you and Josh so happy. When your ready to hear about menopause I got you.
This was a great listen. I’m a mother of two (6 and 2) and the feeling of youth does come back as time goes by! I still feel like myself and fun and the person I used to be. Just now I got two little buddies! ❤
It's been almost six years since I've given birth. I'll never experience this again, but your honesty has brought back the best (and worst) memories of those times. Giving birth is different yet the same for everyone. It's a life changing experience only you can decide to take on. Congratulations, your daughter is a lucky baby.
As someone who is struggling with fertility and doing so much research for when the time comes for me to have my baby, I appreciate you sharing your story with no filter. It's so very needed. ❤️❤️❤️
I thought Kendall telling her story would make me more scared of ever having kids. But hearing how much she loves Holly makes me kinda look forward to having kids in the future. Thank you so much for sharing. 💜💜
Hearing you talk about the postpartum intrusive thoughts made me literally cry. I had the same experience with thinking the worst. I remember, when I went to take my son to the dr office for the first time, feeling so overwhelmed that I was going to get into a wreck or something awful was going to happen. I’ve never heard anyone talk about this so Thank you for being so open and honest. I feel a sense of relief almost because I am not alone in that fear and neither are you.
Same… the first dr. appt. the doc asked me how I was managing and I just started bawling…feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. It’s good to talk about these moments because they are very real and also completely normal.
As a newer mama myself I’m so excited to hear about your birth and mother hood experience ❤️ mine was a little crazy/scary. I love my son so much though and it was so worth it. I know exactly what you mean when you said it was the best but worst time all at the same time. Watching myself birth him was the craziest feeling I will never be able to put into words and I can still remember that day and feeling vividly 19 months later.
I'm 6 months postpartum and this was so cool and emotional to listen to. I was in so much pain and in my head when I was in the hospital and I feel like I just didn't get to "document" it as much as I wanted to. I woke up at 2am the day of my doctor's appointment to schedule an induction with HORRIBLE contractions. I was just pacing around my house and got in the shower to see if I felt any better, but they just weren't letting up, so I woke up my husband and was like ummm I'm pretty sure I'm in labor. He timed them and they getting closer and closer together, so we headed to the hospital. I ended up only being 2cm dilated when they checked me and they mentioned how I'd have to go home if I didn't make any progress. This freaked me out because I was in so much pain and didn't even know how I'd cope at home lol. After walking the halls and sitting on the ball, I ended up dilating ALOT. I was officially in active labor and was basically begging for the epidural. And I agree, the epidural process is so unpleasant. I was on the verge of vomiting from the contractions and just having to sit there all bent weirdly and having to stay still through it all sucked, but that relief you feel when that epidural hits is so worth it. It made my birthing experience SO much better and my baby made his appearance not long after. It's such a scary and stressful and traumatic and absolutely magical experience all at once and meeting your baby for the first time is indescribable. So happy for you and Josh! Thanks for sharing your story with us ❤️
I know I'm late, but I just wanted to thank you gals for putting all of this out there. My little sister went through crazy postpartum with my nephew and niece. Watching her go through that was kinda scary. And no one told her it was a possibility, so it just blindsided her, I think. And breastfeeding! Jesus, she felt like thee worst mother in the history of mother's. So thank you for sharing your experience and educating people ❤️
I seriously cant take how deeply amazing this story is. I have no desire to have kids but man does that sound like something worth experiencing. I think the word you are looking for is metamorphosis. Absolutely beautiful and you explain it so perfectly.
I am so amazed by Kendall, her journey with chronic illness has been so crazy to watch (I have chronic nausea really really badly) and then being pregnant & giving birth! She is absolutely amazing! We love you Kendall
When the other women were speaking positive towards you about you being a great mommy. Crying over here from all the empowerment and support you get from the people around you. So happy for you! ❤
Holly is so lucky to have all of these videos of their parents on the internet to view forever. Seriously, what a blessed little baby. She will know she is so loved by many. You are so strong Kendall!! I'm so happy Holly has some of the best parents I've ever seen in the world!! 🖤🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺😭🖤🖤🖤
Oh my god this podcast was a rollercoaster of emotions! Thought my tears were done and then Sidney came in with her and here I am crying again. You have the most precious child and I can totally see both you and josh in her little face! Congratulations once again Kendall. We are all so proud 🥰
Omg Holly is too adorable!!! Made me tear up when she came on the video and thinking about how much I miss my kids being that little. Babies grow up too fast. Soak it all up Kendall!! So happy for your growing family!❤️
This has brought back so many memories for me. My children are now teens but I remember those feelings and it's so beautiful to hear someone who I respect and admire so much normalising birth and postpartum. Kendall, you are handling this beautifully, even on the days when you might feel that you arent- trust me, you're amazing and your village, it's incredible. So much love, just so much love.
My birth was 39 hours long & extremely traumatic. It was the most intense thing I've ever been through. I fully understand what you mean by it was the best day of your life and also traumatic. Birth IS traumatic! We go through it though bc there is the greatest gift at the end of it. Im 3 months PP now & still think almost daily about how crazy my delivery was.
I had actual tears when you described the surreal feeling when she was first born. I’m so excited to experience that someday!! So beautiful, I’m so happy for you & Josh ❤️
I can’t believe how much I can relate to your birth story, postpartum experience, and breastfeeding experience. I felt so alone after having my first born, hearing how similar your story is makes me feel so much better. Exactly what I needed to hear especially since I’m currently pregnant with my second! ❤️
…. Postpartum is VERY real. I so appreciate you speaking about your experience. It’s… a lot. We have to discuss and talk about the REALITY of it all. Transformative. When your child is born a part of you dies… it’s surreal. Lots of love. Truly appreciate you all. 😢❤ 🌸 Hi baby Holly. You’re an angel surrounded by so much love!
I love that you are telling your birth story! I was crazy enough to have my Son all natural. You said that you couldn't imagine what happens when a woman tears. My Dr. didn't cut me and I tore. 147 internal and external stitches... My Son was Beautiful, but my recovery was horrible! I felt every single pain, and 13 years later I still have not forgotten. Lol! Let's just say, I have an only child. Haha! Congratulations Kendall and Josh!! Enjoy every minute. They go by too fast. Much Love ❤️
Wow. I am a birth doula. I have witnessed ma y births, and I have never seen more than 4 or 5 stitches needed! "Tear" doesn't even seem like the right word for it. That must have been a very, very difficult recovery!
Due my first baby on the 31st I loved this so much I’ve been a subscriber from the very start and I feel so lucky to going to be experiencing motherhood at the same time as Kendal! Thanks so much for the honesty❤
KENDALL! Thank you so much for your honesty on the topic of new motherhood. I’ve never related more with anyone else’s experience with postpartum feelings and life. Everyone skips over the uncomfortable and raw stuff, and only talks about the love and positivity which can make you feel very isolated. Thank you so much for keeping it real!
My husband was deployed with our first & didn’t meet him until he was 5 months old. With my second it was a totally different experience & it was so amazing having him there. In the 10 years we’ve been together, I’ve never felt so connected & bonded with him until I was in labor with our daughter. I can’t imagine not wanting my partner there!
As a momma who gave birth 8 months ago who also had a traumatic birth, I loved hearing your story Kendall. Also when you were talking about getting the epidural, I felt the pain again when I got my epidural.
@@djremix221 I gave birth in February as well, I don’t remember a lot of it cause I hemorrhaged pretty bad to the point I almost needed a blood transfusion. It makes me upset that I don’t remember hearing the first cry or my husband cutting the umbilical cord. I can’t even look at the photos my husband took of my daughter on my chest, I look like I have two black eyes.
I’m 4 months PP and can relate so much to your experience Kendall. I wish I had listened to someone talking as authentically as you before having my baby it would have helped prepare me a lot. I relate 100% to the breastfeeding challenges it is so hard mentally and physically. Thank you so much for speaking about this. I’ve been a fan for so many years and I loved hearing your updates throughout pregnancy. So happy we got to hear an update on how things have been going. You have a beautiful family, congratulations to you and Josh! ❤ Also Janelle is such a supportive person and so sweet to see her love for you all.
You will feel like yourself again! It took me about 8 months with my first, and only 2 weeks with my second, but it will happen. Also, you have inspired me to write down my birth story now. I had my second back in May and this was a good reminder to do it now because I will forget so much!! Thank you for sharing your story and thank you for the Holly appearance!!
I love that Jenelle said not to comment “what you should do”. I became a mom at a young age and I was constantly being told what I should do about my birth and pregnancy. It added so much more anxiety to an already traumatic situation. Love you all! Thank you for sharing Kendall!
My daughter will be 16 in December. The day after Christmas actually. My son will be 20 on December 30th. They are my life. Idk how I'd manage life without them. The bond of a mother and daughter is truly special. Being a mom is amazing. It's hard. Some days it can be REALLY awful. But there's no greater joy. And when they grow up... the relationship is so different but so very special.
I had a dream before my first born son. It was dark and calming. That’s exactly how it happened. I went on to have 3 more sons and I am blessed. My oldest got married Saturday. ❤
I had my twin daughters in December 2019.. They stayed in the NICU for a month which was so hard mentally on us. Then I went through postpartum.. I had hoped you would make a video discussing your own experience because I knew I would love hearing it from your point of view. Even almost three years later, your postpartum discussion was so healing for me. Thank you for being so vulnerable! 🖤
Kendall it’s insane how many similarities we have. I also live in Colorado and gave birth to my first child (a boy) on Sept 13th. I was also induced for high blood pressure but at 37 weeks and had a 48 hour induction. I have had such an insane postpartum experience as well and almost the same experience with breastfeeding. I’ve never had a reduction, but just never had enough supply for my son, so I had to give it up for my mental health because my postpartum depression was getting worse and worse as time went on. Thank you so much for speaking on all of this because it made me feel not so alone hearing someone going through all the things so similarly to me! More women need to speak up on this stuff, especially when it comes to postpartum cause literally nothing can prepare you for it, but it’s nice to know other moms out there are going through the same struggles. Congrats to you mama! 💗
I also had a 48 hr induction due to loss of amniotic fluid & my placenta dying early. It was so traumatic and once my daughter was out and the placenta was delivered, my doctor was shocked to see that my placenta was gray and dried out. My daughter was basically in there for days with little fluid or nutrients 😩
Omg Kendall brought out her baby🥺😭 thank you for sharing us with her! Kendall, thank you for being so transparent about postpartum and intrusive thoughts. The journey of pregnancy and motherhood isn’t discussed enough
Everything you said about postpartum I can relate to so much. I have never heard anyone say the feelings I felt out loud. I had my last kiddo 10 years ago, but you saying your experience helped me heal so much in things I didn’t know were wrong. I am getting into therapy soon. I am on a wait list. Thank you for being so honest and brave.
I never got to experience a vaginal birth. I’ve had 3 csections. I’ve always wanted to have one because it just seems so magical. I’m so happy for you Kendall and thank you for sharing this with us all. I was tearing up the whole time 😭❤️
Congratulations again! I am a labor and delivery nurse and loved hearing your experience and how patients perceive their birth. It really is a day that you'll remember the rest of your life.
I’m not a mom yet but I couldn’t help but cry hearing your story (in a good way). Thank you for being so honest about your experience! And it’s to sweet to hear how affirming and empathetic the girls are with you. I love this friendship! Congratulations on your baby girl ❤️
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Yayyy!! Congratulations 🎉
So awesome! ❤
That was the best surprise at the end ! ♥️♥️♥️
Yay!!!
It's literally my favorite podcast!! I'm subscribed to all of your channels but this is my absolute favorite
omg imagine your daughter looking at this in the future.Not everyone's mom has a detailed conversation of the birth on cam. This will be amazing for her.
My mom shares my birth story and her postpartum experience every year on my Birthday. 💗
Maybe not an cam, but I’m pretty sure most if not all moms remember and share their birth stories. I have 7 (the first being a full-term stillbirth) and remember most details about all.
I’ve had four kids. I don’t think any of Out kids think their birth story is “embarrassing” it’s happening to the Mom’s body. I actually like hearing about My birth. And Our kids have seemed to like hearing about theirs.
There is nothing like having kids and then watching someone have a child it's so beautiful if u don't cry idk about ya
*My mum tells me the details of my birth all the time lol 😂 trust me, they never forget!*
Can we all take a moment to appreciate how supportive, patient and loving Josh is. The photos of him looking over you. My heart. You truly are blessed. ❤
i know i started crying when i saw him crying in the pictures after baby holly came out omg 😭
everytime Kendall mentions how supportive he is it just sends me to shreds 🥹🥹🥹
When she was talking about all thoughts she was having after they got home she said something about, what if Josh leaves me or doesn’t look at me the same, I was thinking about the way he looks at her. In their pictures it looks like he is going to burst with love for her and their baby. I imagine he loves her more even if he probably felt like that wasn’t possible. It’s really beautiful to see and I’m so happy for them
the pics of Josh made me cry the most! you can just see how happy he is and generally what a wholesome person he is
Let's stop celebrating men for doing their sperm doning DUTY.. He BETTER be supportive, patient, and loving. What? He gets to be a parent, but doesn't have to grow a human. I'm stunned by people who give men accolades, they don't deserve. His basic job during his wife's labor and delivery, is to be an F'in rock star, and a woman who has a man that isn't a failure, doesn't make her blessed, it makes her worthy. I have supporter women during birth, for 31 years, as a Maternal/Child practitioner, and find it heartbreaking that there are young women out there celebrating sperm donors, for not being a DICK! Set your expectations higher, Cindy. Your heart, deserves better than you think.
I really appreciate how honest Kendall was about having intrusive thoughts. As someone who also haves them from time to time, I feel shameful even saying some of the things that cross my mind (even though they are not MY thoughts or wants), and seeing Kendall open up and really being honest and vulnerable means a lot
I agree from someone who also has struggled speaking out about my intrusive thoughts. Kendall is amazing for speaking out ❤
I am dying at Kendall saying she wanted to stop and that she didn’t think she could do it because I was legit the same way. I told them “I can’t do this” like I had a choice 😂😂 birth is legit crazy 🫠
Me too. I remember looking at my husband after 2 days in labor when she was literally coming out and saying I don’t want to! And he said, babe, you already are! 🤣🤣🤣
Sameee! Said the same thing during all 3 of my births. And every time, I was totally CONVINCED in the moment that I was going to stop and go home 😂😅
Don't have kids but that's how I'll imagine I'd be
Said the same exact thing with all 3 of my births, also like Kendall said just get her out lol
@@faiza515 same no kids yet but one time we hiked into the wilderness and I was too tired to hike out… but options were limited. I remember that feeling of wanting to give up but knowing you def can’t lmao. Birth is probably that times a million
Holding little babies doesn't spoil them, it builds trust and supports their inter-personal development 👍
Not to mention bonding 😊
As someone who personally doesn’t feel that she wants to have children I still find it so important to empathize with people who give birth. You sharing your story allows for people to do that. ❤️ Also, it’s so damn empowering to listen to. The human body is incredible.
I understand. I’m the same and NOT changing my mind but it’s interesting to hear about things I never want to do.
I love how understanding and relating you can be it’s your choice we’re all women and we can make the Personal choice for ourselves I respect you women to women that you don’t want kids just as much as any women! as mom these posts are super amazing and admirable this shit isn’t easy😅
Right. I'm a coward and for other reasons I can never become a mother. But women who do chose to have babies are the best people on this planet.
Not a mother, and never wanted children but I sobbed throughout this. What a beautiful wondrous miracle 💕
Right?! Goddamn miracle of life. Making ppl who've never wanted babies start thinking wild thoughts about love and family. Pfff. The heartache and fear of losing them or illnesses usually stops me as soon as it starts tho 😅 I think I'd just have to be RICH to stop being so worried, and be one of those overly careful crazy homeschooling moms. No far right bull here tho. Just your average leftists and realist PARANOIA.
Post partum is truly the 4th trimester nobody talks about or prepares you for. No matter how many children you have (I have 3) it's difficult every single time in some significant way. It's exactly what you said, everyone's attention goes to the baby and off the mother. It takes our bodies, minds and hormones months to get back to a decent level. So glad you talked about this.
I have 4 never had post partum
@@kristybobo6193 Well post partum is the time period following having a baby, so technically we all have a post partum, ie. bleeding etc. Post partum depression is something entirely different 1 in 7 women experience PPD.
I was referring to the depression part. Sorry I didn’t post it in my sentence
@@kristybobo6193 Its ok 🙂
@@kristybobo6193 I have 2 sons and I didn't get PPD either but honestly I am so grateful to have not dealt with that on top of just birthing a baby I can't imagine how much more difficult it would be 🙁 moms are amazing 🖤💚
As a labor and delivery nurse, this is AMAZING to hear a patients perspective…especially Kendall’s! I’m so happy for your family❤️
When you were talking about your rainbow song and the rainbow outside all I could think of was “you first baby was there with you, they were cheering you on for their little sister. For your little rainbow baby holy” my heart is so full for you and your family. Sending you all so much love
Kendall hold her all you want. You won't regret it trust me. A baby can never be held to much. Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl. 💜
My baby is 42 years old already, and I really enjoyed this sesh. It brought back so many memories of her birth and how she changed me for the better on so many levels. Holly is absolutely adorable. Congratulations!!
Your daughter has a great mom. I’m also 42 and I don’t think my mom thinks the way you do.
@@susie7336 Hugs
You’re sweet comment reminds me so much of my mom, I can tell you have such a sweet relationship with your daughter. My mom had me at 40 so it was always a bit harder for us to relate but now that I’m 29 & she’s 69 it’s a little easier for us to understand each other.
@@MsNoPixelSame!! I feel ya. Im 29 next month, and my mom had me at 41. We didnt have a great relationship until recent years. My step dads even older, andy dad is almost 80. Most my friends now and then have younger grandparents then that lol
I haven’t simultaneously laughed and cried this much EVER! What a miracle!!!! You’re amazing Kendall!!!
Same!! Such a wild ride of emotions haha
The pictures of right after she came out have me BAWLING. You can see how unbelievably happy Josh is as well. I’m so happy for you guys. I’m almost 38wks pregnant & I can’t wait to meet my baby boy 😭
karely’s energy in this is so sweet, she’s such an affirming and positive person! 💕
I love Karely my favourite seshy 💚
I adore her so much. She's adorbs
Birth PTSD is SO real. I did EMDR and talk therapy to help me process my birth trauma and post partum depression and anxiety. Thank you for telling your story with us. You're validating so many people's experience. You're such a strong mama ♥️
EMDR is amazing! So glad you took care of yourself post birth♥️
This truly is the BEST birth story I’ve listened to/watched. I’ve never laughed and cried so hard at the same time. Swear to god.. Kendall was so so amazing, and honest. To hear her say some of the stuff she did out loud, ESPECIALLY about PPD/PPA. She truly made me realize I’m not alone. My son is almost 15 months and I’m still not 100%
Us moms are Warriors ❤
@@meag_ken822 I am also still struggling with PPD Especially PPA, nearly 3 years on. It’s a huge adjustment, caring for the life of a little person.
You are not alone, keep hanging on 💕
@@shhh_itsmegs thank you so much. The anxiety is INTENSE. I want to jump out of my own skin, and up the walls sometimes. It’s typically not THAT bad anymore. But the first few months? Oooffff. So tough. I just love my son so so much. It’s so much more then just love. I know you know what i mean. You’re a momma. When Kendall was saying she would literally suck her daughters boogers out her nose lol i understand exactly what she is feeling. It’s all just SO intense. But we got this. All of us mommas ❤️
@@meag_ken822 those first few months can be so traumatic 😔 I Remember the first whole year feeling sick to my stomach every evening knowing night was coming..
It’s so hard.
I’m proud of you , I hope you have Grace with yourself! These days feel so long but the weeks/months go so fast.
Congratulations on your beautiful little guy 😄💕
Watching Holly and Kendall at the end was so precious 🥺 no exaggeration, one of the cutest babies I have ever seen!
I have a huge fear of pregnancy and childbirth. I could never do it. Props to all the people out there who give birth. You’re amazing.
I think all girls have a fear of pregnancy and childbirth. Unfortunately, God did not make us like kangaroos so we could give birth at 4 months and the baby would grow the next five months in a pouch. All mammals experience pain when giving birth, humans, cows, cats, goats, etc. Being pregnant is having a life form growing in your belly for 9 months. Giving birth hurts like hell. In the movies the baby's head come out, and the baby is born. Wrong! Once the baby's head came out I thought I was done and stopped pushing. The midwife said, "You have to keep pushing and get the shoulders out." I started pushing again and the baby was born, took his first breath, received a soul and became human. Once the baby was completely out, it was like a light switch had been turned off and the pain was totally gone. About a 1/2 hour after Fernando was born, with the midwife gently rubbing my belly and gently pulling on the other end of the umbilical cord and me pushing, out came the placenta. Breastfeeding is difficult for the first 3 weeks because your nipples are not used to it, but breastfeeding every 3 hours is a lot easier than making formula and heating bottles every 3 hours. Disposable diapers keep the baby drier than the old fashioned cloth diapers (no need to fear being peed on). Having children of your own is the most fun you can have every day without laughing out loud. My children are now 27 and 30 years old and still give me a great deal of pleasure.
If your time comea, your body will know what to do. Trust the mother, trust the creator.
@@KH-dm9zm All I'm going to say is that I also have a strong feeling in my gut that being pregnant would not be good for my health. I'm trusting my body on this.
You can and are built as a woman to give birth. It is scary, but holding your child is so worth it. I was the same way and I promise you it is completely worth it. It is totally your choice, but it will come naturally and it is completely worth it.
I just wanted to say to you, if you want to but are afraid, we all were the same. It will all come to you. Its so worth it in the long run. Do what you have to for you.
it’s crazy to hear this, i had my first baby 5 months ago and i was too traumatized by all the horrible birth stories & ended up having a 30 min painless labor. it’s fascinating how much each person’s experience varies
Girl any tips!? I am so scared for birth. I’m 35 weeks!
@@BreaMichelle3 I had a similar experience to the commenter’s. I had a lot of raspberry leaf tea, and took walks on an incline almost everyday until birth. I had a super positive birth experience. I know how nerve wracking birth is, but you got this! Your body knows what it’s doing, and your nurses are there to be your advocates 😊 I was anxious as hell before I went in so I totally understand the nerves!
@@shaelinhamilton7583 thank you for this comment , 4 weeks to my due date here and , so anxious 😅
Same here. My entire experience from pregnancy to post partum was smooth. Like I was waiting for the shoe to drop type of smooth. But, I’ve come across more women that didn’t have those types of experiences than ones who did. I was induced but it went well. Was induced at 7am and she was born by 2:46p. I’m not sure there’s much advice to give except to roll with the punches and do what you feel is necessary to get your baby earth side, healthy. And try and soak it all in.
Birth privacy is highly underrated. It’s a sacred experience that requires unpacking with a highly experienced doula and/ or midwife❤! Thank you for your vulnerability😊!
So many women go through giving birth, literally we are ALL here because a woman gave birth one day, yet every single experience seems so unique and surreal. I know I feel like my births are the coolest, most special births that could ever exist! But we ALL feel that way!
No, you're NOT holding her too much. She spent 9 months in the comfort of her mama's belly, only 2 months in the world. Whenever she needs confort, it is 100% valid for you or Josh to fulfill that need! xxx
I think it’s a myth about the “shouldnt hold your baby all the time”. Y’all should actually do a episode on myths and the history of modernizing birth and “tough parenting” which all our parents / grandparents grew up with. Hold your baby forever, I wish my mum could still pick me up. Too much love is NEVER gonna hurt anyone and I stand by that haha
This is a great idea for an episode.
I dropped everything to watch this. This episode was needed. So many women and men need to watch this. Birth is such a world altering event. Thank you Kendall and the Sesh crew for creating a platform to take this subject head-on. Personally, Kendall told my first two birth stories combined. My heart goes out to her and all the Moms that have taken on this brave venture. Also, mad respect to the Dads...I hope Josh is enjoying every precious moment possible. Happy Holidays to the Mile Higher crew and welcome to the world Holly!
And THANK YOU SO MUCH for saying “fed is best” the amount of crap I’ve received for not breastfeeding is absolutely insane. It was sooo extremely painful for me and was effecting my mental health in a really bad way & I was going downhill so fast and as soon as I switched the mental load lifted so much!
I was under SO much pressure to breastfeed. The pediatrician was the one who finally put it into perspective for me. She said, "Your baby is starving. You don't need to feel guilty for trying to feed him. You should feel guilty if he is starving and you refuse to give him a bottle because society told you breast is best." After that, my guilt was gone. He's 13 years old now. Formula worked fine.
@@amandagfuller Exactly right! Society is awful sometimes
Fed is best. I managed to breastfeed both of my children for an extended period of time however, I still take the stance that fed is best. There are so many reasons that breastfeeding may not work out and as long as mum and baby are happy and healthy then that's all that matters.
Not a mother but my mother formula fed all of her children for the same reasons, and as a formula-fed family, my sisters and i were all healthy happy babies and are now healthy adults. Mothers should do what is best for them
THIS IS SO EMPOWERING!! You spoke about things that we momma’s don’t have the courage to. THANK YOU for sharing. It meant the world to me. I never had somebody to talk to…hearing you was healing!!
Describing how Josh was coaching you, brought me to tears. I'm so happy you got to experience that. ❤
The love that Janelle, Karrely & Sydney have for Kendall was so beautiful to see. Watching them well up and get teary while Kendall was talking because they're so overwhelmed with emotion for her and Baby Holly is the best. Thanks for sharing such a vulnerable moment with us ladies xoxo
I was so traumatized by my birth. I watched them, read books, etc. but nothing prepares you for everything you go through while giving birth. The noises that came out of my mouth alone scared me. I love my son but it was so crazy hard. I’m so glad you are normalizing talking about this and not sugar coating it. I hope you are enjoying the good parts of motherhood! Congrats! Wishing you all the best and quick healing physically and emotionally! ❤
I love how you can just tell Kendall loves her baby the most in the world.
It feels so soo soo soooo good to know this little girl is going to grow up with this group of awesome women ⭐️⭐️
As a former nurse midwife, I applaud you so much for sharing your amazing experience so honestly and raw. Especially with postpartum depression. I wish insurance would cover post natal care for new moms, for at least a month after giving birth. Until then, we would all be so lucky to have the support of other women postpartum. Great job, Kendall, and congratulations! ❤️
I really feel a connection to you girls. I have had so many traumatic things happen to me in my life and I get so sad and lonely. When I watch your videos I feel like I’m just talking to my friends. Thank you I needed this. Honesty is so refreshing
Girl, I feel you, your not alone. Love the sesh and how comforting these girls are.
Me too. I have a hard time making friends who want to hang out with me outside of whatever context we met in (work or school or whatever). Like to the point where I’ve started questioning if I’m the problem. It hurts and it’s lonely but these videos help.
Thank you Kendal for the reminder. My daughter is expecting in just a couple weeks. It has been 25 years since I went through this and memories fade. I will definitely be more supportive after she gives birth.
Hearing you deal with those certain thoughts and you not being able to speak to Josh and him just allowing you your space was just everything to me! I'm sure he knew you were going through it and and knew that when you were ready, you would open up more. I think that's where a lot of relationships can go wrong because the man doesn't fully understand that its not him and that the women is going through this so it can tear them apart. I really commend Josh and any father that understands the need for your space and thoughts to go by while still being supportive!
I can’t wait to listen to this!! Kendall is such a beautiful person - the Empress - a natural nurturer and mother! 😇🥰💖
I've been waiting to hear Kendalls birth story! I once again had a traumatic birth, I woke up just before midnight and could tell I didn't have enough time to get to the hospital before my mom got to my place to watch my daughter. I was refused an epidural because of the shortage but thankfully 2 hours after arriving at the hospital my sweet little man arrived 💙
Our babies are only 8 hours apart, my son was born early morning August 3rd. I've been watching the sesh since nearly the beginning and it was really cool to go through my pregnancy at the same time. Welcome to motherhood Kendall, it's such a blast 🥰
Congrats 🎈
That's so sweet, congratulations ♥️
I started crying when Holly came out. She is definitely Kendall’s little twin. So happy for you 🥹
Thank you for being so candid about this. I’ve seen so many birth stories, and none have been as open as this one. It’s such a huge shift in your life, and not enough people talk about it. I’m so happy for you, and your family. ❤
I’ve never had baby fever this strong before, holly is so precious 🥹
I don’t have (human) kids nor am I planning to in the very near future, but birth stories fascinate me for some reason. Thank you for feeling comfortable enough to share your story, Kendall! This is super intriguing!
Same! They always have even since I was little, but I really don't want kids of my own. Pregnancy is fascinating
Probably because it’s how we all got here.There’s something interesting about the fact that everyone on this planet is here because someone gave birth to them.
@@ItsMeDarlaLee that’s a great point! especially because I’m just like how does that even happen? like a baby grows and then you give birth to them and it’s like a person. It’s wild!
seeing sidney and carreli getting emo about how good a mom kendall is made me cry. y’all are all so sweet i love you guys so much. kendall i know you’re the best mom already. im so glad holly has you and josh and your whole villiage. y’all are such good people i just love y’all so much
I am so happy for Josh and Kendall, seeing Syd talk about now natural Kendall is a mother had me also in tears. It was so nice to indulge in this love with you guys since we're not able to have a squish of our own. Love you guys so much 🖤
I’m 4 months pregnant and SO THANKFUL to be able to hear your experience. It’s like listening to a friend 💛
I haven't given birth, but my mom had a very traumatic one with me. It was 16 hours, so not nearly as long, but I ended up having to be a C section. I was already 11 days late so I needed to come out already! My mom tells me the story every year on my birthday but always finishes with how she'd do it all over again because I'm worth it. I'm sure if you tell Holly the whole thing, you'll end the story the same way and she'll feel just as loved as I do when you tell her how worth it she is.
I recently had my first child. And, this video is so accurate. It’s crazy how one experience can help make us all feel connected ❤ I definitely look at childbirth/Postpartum so differently now.
"& i'm just LEaKinG fluid! i'm like sitting there & it''s just STILL coming out. all over the ground" lmao kendall you deserve an olympic medal, an oscar, a nobel prize, or frankly all of them for going through that omg
As a nurse I can confirm they would have meant it when they said your room smells nice! We smell a lot of bad things, so essential oils and stuff are always a nice change lol!
My son was born overseas in a German hospital. The amount if stigma and shame surrounding breastfeeding put on mothers is not just here, it’s everywhere. We need to support one another and talk about iour experiences without judgement. Thank you for being so honest and for sharing. Holly is beautiful and it’s so great to see you and Josh so happy.
When your ready to hear about menopause I got you.
This was a great listen. I’m a mother of two (6 and 2) and the feeling of youth does come back as time goes by! I still feel like myself and fun and the person I used to be. Just now I got two little buddies! ❤
It's been almost six years since I've given birth. I'll never experience this again, but your honesty has brought back the best (and worst) memories of those times. Giving birth is different yet the same for everyone. It's a life changing experience only you can decide to take on. Congratulations, your daughter is a lucky baby.
You cannot spoil a baby, so you hold her however much you want. 💞
I was going to comment this as well. It’s so true. 💗
Kendall is like the older sister I never knew I needed ❤️🔥
As someone who is struggling with fertility and doing so much research for when the time comes for me to have my baby, I appreciate you sharing your story with no filter. It's so very needed. ❤️❤️❤️
I thought Kendall telling her story would make me more scared of ever having kids. But hearing how much she loves Holly makes me kinda look forward to having kids in the future. Thank you so much for sharing. 💜💜
Hearing you talk about the postpartum intrusive thoughts made me literally cry. I had the same experience with thinking the worst. I remember, when I went to take my son to the dr office for the first time, feeling so overwhelmed that I was going to get into a wreck or something awful was going to happen. I’ve never heard anyone talk about this so Thank you for being so open and honest. I feel a sense of relief almost because I am not alone in that fear and neither are you.
Same… the first dr. appt. the doc asked me how I was managing and I just started bawling…feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. It’s good to talk about these moments because they are very real and also completely normal.
As a newer mama myself I’m so excited to hear about your birth and mother hood experience ❤️ mine was a little crazy/scary. I love my son so much though and it was so worth it. I know exactly what you mean when you said it was the best but worst time all at the same time. Watching myself birth him was the craziest feeling I will never be able to put into words and I can still remember that day and feeling vividly 19 months later.
I'm 6 months postpartum and this was so cool and emotional to listen to. I was in so much pain and in my head when I was in the hospital and I feel like I just didn't get to "document" it as much as I wanted to. I woke up at 2am the day of my doctor's appointment to schedule an induction with HORRIBLE contractions. I was just pacing around my house and got in the shower to see if I felt any better, but they just weren't letting up, so I woke up my husband and was like ummm I'm pretty sure I'm in labor. He timed them and they getting closer and closer together, so we headed to the hospital. I ended up only being 2cm dilated when they checked me and they mentioned how I'd have to go home if I didn't make any progress. This freaked me out because I was in so much pain and didn't even know how I'd cope at home lol. After walking the halls and sitting on the ball, I ended up dilating ALOT. I was officially in active labor and was basically begging for the epidural. And I agree, the epidural process is so unpleasant. I was on the verge of vomiting from the contractions and just having to sit there all bent weirdly and having to stay still through it all sucked, but that relief you feel when that epidural hits is so worth it. It made my birthing experience SO much better and my baby made his appearance not long after. It's such a scary and stressful and traumatic and absolutely magical experience all at once and meeting your baby for the first time is indescribable. So happy for you and Josh! Thanks for sharing your story with us ❤️
I know I'm late, but I just wanted to thank you gals for putting all of this out there.
My little sister went through crazy postpartum with my nephew and niece. Watching her go through that was kinda scary. And no one told her it was a possibility, so it just blindsided her, I think.
And breastfeeding! Jesus, she felt like thee worst mother in the history of mother's.
So thank you for sharing your experience and educating people ❤️
I seriously cant take how deeply amazing this story is. I have no desire to have kids but man does that sound like something worth experiencing.
I think the word you are looking for is metamorphosis. Absolutely beautiful and you explain it so perfectly.
Literally Kim K sobbing as soon as baby Holly came in for her first Seshie appearance!! 🧡🧡🧡🧡Congratulations once again Kendall and Josh!!
I am so amazed by Kendall, her journey with chronic illness has been so crazy to watch (I have chronic nausea really really badly) and then being pregnant & giving birth! She is absolutely amazing! We love you Kendall
When the other women were speaking positive towards you about you being a great mommy. Crying over here from all the empowerment and support you get from the people around you. So happy for you! ❤
Holly is so lucky to have all of these videos of their parents on the internet to view forever. Seriously, what a blessed little baby. She will know she is so loved by many. You are so strong Kendall!! I'm so happy Holly has some of the best parents I've ever seen in the world!! 🖤🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺😭🖤🖤🖤
Oh my god this podcast was a rollercoaster of emotions! Thought my tears were done and then Sidney came in with her and here I am crying again. You have the most precious child and I can totally see both you and josh in her little face! Congratulations once again Kendall. We are all so proud 🥰
Omg Holly is too adorable!!! Made me tear up when she came on the video and thinking about how much I miss my kids being that little. Babies grow up too fast. Soak it all up Kendall!! So happy for your growing family!❤️
This has brought back so many memories for me. My children are now teens but I remember those feelings and it's so beautiful to hear someone who I respect and admire so much normalising birth and postpartum. Kendall, you are handling this beautifully, even on the days when you might feel that you arent- trust me, you're amazing and your village, it's incredible. So much love, just so much love.
My birth was 39 hours long & extremely traumatic. It was the most intense thing I've ever been through. I fully understand what you mean by it was the best day of your life and also traumatic. Birth IS traumatic! We go through it though bc there is the greatest gift at the end of it. Im 3 months PP now & still think almost daily about how crazy my delivery was.
as a midwife I am beyond proud you were able to speak about your birth. it is so important for healing! you did amazing and your family is perfect
I had actual tears when you described the surreal feeling when she was first born. I’m so excited to experience that someday!! So beautiful, I’m so happy for you & Josh ❤️
I can’t believe how much I can relate to your birth story, postpartum experience, and breastfeeding experience. I felt so alone after having my first born, hearing how similar your story is makes me feel so much better. Exactly what I needed to hear especially since I’m currently pregnant with my second! ❤️
…. Postpartum is VERY real.
I so appreciate you speaking about your experience. It’s… a lot. We have to discuss and talk about the REALITY of it all.
Transformative. When your child is born a part of you dies… it’s surreal.
Lots of love. Truly appreciate you all. 😢❤
🌸 Hi baby Holly. You’re an angel surrounded by so much love!
TWO HOURS 🥰🥰🥰 we don’t deserve you guys!! All the love to the entire Sesh family
lmao get a snack!!!
This is so crazy 😭😭 she’s actually/finally here. She’s just so precious and beautiful. So honored you shared your story and her with us !!!!😭😍🥰💕
I love that you are telling your birth story! I was crazy enough to have my Son all natural. You said that you couldn't imagine what happens when a woman tears. My Dr. didn't cut me and I tore. 147 internal and external stitches... My Son was Beautiful, but my recovery was horrible! I felt every single pain, and 13 years later I still have not forgotten. Lol! Let's just say, I have an only child. Haha! Congratulations Kendall and Josh!! Enjoy every minute. They go by too fast. Much Love ❤️
Wow. I am a birth doula. I have witnessed ma y births, and I have never seen more than 4 or 5 stitches needed! "Tear" doesn't even seem like the right word for it. That must have been a very, very difficult recovery!
That is totally understandable to keep that video private for you and your family. Thank you for sharing this way ❤
Due my first baby on the 31st I loved this so much I’ve been a subscriber from the very start and I feel so lucky to going to be experiencing motherhood at the same time as Kendal! Thanks so much for the honesty❤
Seeing Kendall and Holly together was the most beautiful thing!!!!🥺🥺🥺 Thank you for being so open, we love you all so much 💚
KENDALL! Thank you so much for your honesty on the topic of new motherhood. I’ve never related more with anyone else’s experience with postpartum feelings and life. Everyone skips over the uncomfortable and raw stuff, and only talks about the love and positivity which can make you feel very isolated. Thank you so much for keeping it real!
My husband was deployed with our first & didn’t meet him until he was 5 months old. With my second it was a totally different experience & it was so amazing having him there. In the 10 years we’ve been together, I’ve never felt so connected & bonded with him until I was in labor with our daughter. I can’t imagine not wanting my partner there!
As a momma who gave birth 8 months ago who also had a traumatic birth, I loved hearing your story Kendall. Also when you were talking about getting the epidural, I felt the pain again when I got my epidural.
Same! I cried this whole video I have birth in feb and still haven’t processing it
@@djremix221 I gave birth in February as well, I don’t remember a lot of it cause I hemorrhaged pretty bad to the point I almost needed a blood transfusion. It makes me upset that I don’t remember hearing the first cry or my husband cutting the umbilical cord. I can’t even look at the photos my husband took of my daughter on my chest, I look like I have two black eyes.
I’m 4 months PP and can relate so much to your experience Kendall. I wish I had listened to someone talking as authentically as you before having my baby it would have helped prepare me a lot. I relate 100% to the breastfeeding challenges it is so hard mentally and physically. Thank you so much for speaking about this. I’ve been a fan for so many years and I loved hearing your updates throughout pregnancy. So happy we got to hear an update on how things have been going. You have a beautiful family, congratulations to you and Josh! ❤
Also Janelle is such a supportive person and so sweet to see her love for you all.
You will feel like yourself again! It took me about 8 months with my first, and only 2 weeks with my second, but it will happen. Also, you have inspired me to write down my birth story now. I had my second back in May and this was a good reminder to do it now because I will forget so much!! Thank you for sharing your story and thank you for the Holly appearance!!
I love that Jenelle said not to comment “what you should do”. I became a mom at a young age and I was constantly being told what I should do about my birth and pregnancy. It added so much more anxiety to an already traumatic situation. Love you all! Thank you for sharing Kendall!
My daughter will be 16 in December. The day after Christmas actually. My son will be 20 on December 30th. They are my life. Idk how I'd manage life without them. The bond of a mother and daughter is truly special. Being a mom is amazing. It's hard. Some days it can be REALLY awful. But there's no greater joy. And when they grow up... the relationship is so different but so very special.
I had a dream before my first born son. It was dark and calming. That’s exactly how it happened. I went on to have 3 more sons and I am blessed. My oldest got married Saturday. ❤
I had my twin daughters in December 2019.. They stayed in the NICU for a month which was so hard mentally on us. Then I went through postpartum.. I had hoped you would make a video discussing your own experience because I knew I would love hearing it from your point of view. Even almost three years later, your postpartum discussion was so healing for me. Thank you for being so vulnerable! 🖤
Kendall it’s insane how many similarities we have. I also live in Colorado and gave birth to my first child (a boy) on Sept 13th. I was also induced for high blood pressure but at 37 weeks and had a 48 hour induction. I have had such an insane postpartum experience as well and almost the same experience with breastfeeding. I’ve never had a reduction, but just never had enough supply for my son, so I had to give it up for my mental health because my postpartum depression was getting worse and worse as time went on. Thank you so much for speaking on all of this because it made me feel not so alone hearing someone going through all the things so similarly to me! More women need to speak up on this stuff, especially when it comes to postpartum cause literally nothing can prepare you for it, but it’s nice to know other moms out there are going through the same struggles. Congrats to you mama! 💗
I also had a 48 hr induction due to loss of amniotic fluid & my placenta dying early. It was so traumatic and once my daughter was out and the placenta was delivered, my doctor was shocked to see that my placenta was gray and dried out. My daughter was basically in there for days with little fluid or nutrients 😩
@@uubish oh my gosh how scary I’m so sorry! I hope you and baby are doing ok now ❤️
Omg Kendall brought out her baby🥺😭 thank you for sharing us with her! Kendall, thank you for being so transparent about postpartum and intrusive thoughts. The journey of pregnancy and motherhood isn’t discussed enough
Everything you said about postpartum I can relate to so much. I have never heard anyone say the feelings I felt out loud. I had my last kiddo 10 years ago, but you saying your experience helped me heal so much in things I didn’t know were wrong. I am getting into therapy soon. I am on a wait list. Thank you for being so honest and brave.
Watching this at 7 months pregnant. Hearing other women’s experiences is so helpful. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
Anyone else think Kendall’s pregnancy glow stayed ?
You look amazing !
Definitely
The girls are so sweet with Holly. 🥰🥰 You cannot hold your baby too much! Hold her as much as you can and want because they grow so fast! ❤️
When Holly made an appearance I SOBBED!! Oh she really is perfect. Seeing her in “person”(video) was really awesome.
I never got to experience a vaginal birth. I’ve had 3 csections. I’ve always wanted to have one because it just seems so magical. I’m so happy for you Kendall and thank you for sharing this with us all. I was tearing up the whole time 😭❤️
I had to comment again and say Holly is adorable, thanks for letting your fans see her.
Congratulations again! I am a labor and delivery nurse and loved hearing your experience and how patients perceive their birth. It really is a day that you'll remember the rest of your life.
Oh my gosh when lil Holly looked into the camera my heart melted into a puddle! I can’t wait for more mommy content from you 🥰
I’m not a mom yet but I couldn’t help but cry hearing your story (in a good way). Thank you for being so honest about your experience! And it’s to sweet to hear how affirming and empathetic the girls are with you. I love this friendship!
Congratulations on your baby girl ❤️