Birth Story: Unmedicated First-Time Birth During a Georgia Snowstorm
What happens when your due date collides with a snowstorm in Georgia?
When I first connected with Abby, I knew her birth story was going to be special, but GAH!! It’s so good and I just know it’s going to inspire every mama listening. As a first-time mom, she navigated early bloody show, a surprise snowstorm, and nearly three days of labor with an amazing, calm, grounded intuition that’s absolutely contagious.
From the nausea that knocked her off her feet in the first trimester to the “crunchy-meets-medical” compromise she and her husband made for a hospital birth with a doula, we walked through the nitty gritty of pregnancy and labor, the most common issues every couples deal with for pregnancy & birth, and the incredible birth story she gets to share with all of you. You’ll hear:
- The physical prep (yes, we’re talking deep squats in the shower and red raspberry leaf tea) and the mental prep that helped her stay strong through every stage.
- Why breaking her water (something she didn’t plan to do) ended up being the right call.
- How her husband and doula worked together with a “third-party consent” rule that kept her fully in control.
- That unforgettable moment she reached down and felt her baby’s head for the first time.
- Why she believes her unmedicated birth shaped her beautiful postpartum experience and lasting confidence as a mom.
I can’t wait for you to dive in and feel even more prepped for your own birth after taking a listen!
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01:12 – First trimester realities
From nausea that knocked her off her feet to finding balance in a “crunchy-meets-medical” birth plan with her husband.
05:45 – Preparing the body and mind
Deep squats in the shower, red raspberry leaf tea, birth affirmations, and research on transition helped Abby prepare for the long haul.
11:20 – Early labor and “wait and see” interventions
Why she took her time, trusted her body, and kept her care team aligned with her wishes.
16:38 – The water-breaking decision
It was on her “don’t want” list… until it wasn’t. Abby shares why this call was worth it and how it changed her labor.
21:50 – Partner + doula teamwork
How her husband and doula created the perfect support system, including a “third-party consent” rule that kept her empowered.
27:04 – Feeling her baby’s head for the first time
The moment Abby knew she was almost there, and why pushing felt easier than contractions.
31:30 – From birth to golden hour
What it was like to meet her baby and sink into those first magical moments together.
35:42 – How an unmedicated birth shaped her postpartum
Why Abby believes her birth experience directly influenced her smooth recovery and lasting confidence.
40:05 – Lessons for other mamas
Why rest can sometimes be more powerful than movement, and the importance of trusting your own instincts.
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- My Essential Birth Course
- Three exercises to help prepare you for your BEST birth
- My Essential Birth Postpartum Course
- My Essential Birth Instagram
ALL the best,
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