I spent last night watching a baby being born.
I helped, I encouraged.
I held her hands and got her stuff.
I breathed with her. I shouted instructions. I did what the nurses let me do.
I wished I could do more. I wanted to share some of the work, the labour.
I held her legs and watch the baby crown.
I cried when the baby was born.
Everyone did. I wonder if everyone always cries?
It's the most amazing miracle ever. And yes, it happens every day, but it doesn't make it less amazing.
I think the world seems like a better place today. I feel like I have my priorities straight.I feel very lucky.
Awesome indeed.
8 comments:
Yes everyone cries...mouse did!
Hugs,
mouse
What a wonderful experience to be a part of.
smiles
butterfly
I have said to you before, it is a miracle every time a baby is born. We take it for granted but when you think about that fetus developing and being born, it truly is a miracle and as you said, it happens over and over everyday. I am glad your experience was so special for you and your niece.
For many years, while I lived in the wilds of Wyoming, I taught natural childbirth classes. Often I would get a call in the middle of the night when one of my couples would go into labor and need some support. I'd head off to the hospital and "coach" -- breathing and rubbing and encouraging and cheering the whole business. No matter how often I did that, I never lost the sense of wonder at the miracle -- or my deep awe at the sheer beauty of a woman giving birth.
How wonderful that you and your niece had this shared experience. Welcome to the world, little one!
Hugs, swan
nice -- I've never shared that with anyone- you're lucky
sfp
O, Sin, yes!!!
I saw my first grandbaby born. Yes it was all that you say.
Hoping to see my next one into the world too!
aisha
congratulations...what a great thing to be a part of...
nilla
I watched my niece born...it was amazing, awesome, and yes, I cried. It is miraculous. Now, get some sleep!
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