Me and my toilet: my ten-pound homebirth!

[deannanmc]

My full homebirth story is posted on my blog: http://travelingmonkeys.org/2011/11/25/moira-part-1/

I didn't get into this part in the post because I wanted to save it for Part 2, but these were Moira's vital stats: 10lb 2oz, 21" long, 15" head circumference. There was NO tearing at all. I had no need for sutures and was up and walking around less than an hour later. My recovery has been uneventful and I credit that to the midwives maneuvering me into a position that best helped nature. I just wanted to post that part here because I feel the need to give some reassurance: you CAN have an enormous baby at home without trauma!

[dogmom327]

Awesome! Love love love your sense of humor :)

[Imakcerka]

YAY for her name!  I have a Moirah.  DH picked it.  LOVE IT!

[AllisonR]

Wow, what a great writing style you have. Was fun to read! Cure baby too.

[LindyGirl]

Awesome story! She is so adorable!

[Almi]

Hahaha!  Lovely birth story, so very well-written!  Thanks for sharing!!

[Jaimee]

Great story!  Love the humor!  I'm a screamer, too.  I understand.  Congrats!!!

[deannanmc]

Thanks everyone! It was such a wonderful experience and Moira is a phenomenal baby--just as relaxed and snuggly as can be.

[Kindermama]

Awesome birth story and delicious cheeks on your Moira! Congratulations!