[famille_huggins]

I watched a show last night on Discovery Health called "Freebirthing." It's about UC and I think it was primarily filmed in England. Because of some health issues and because I'm a big ol' chicken, I could never Freebirth/UC, but watching these women was unbelievable! Some managed their own prenatal care by taking measurements, vitals, etc. Others did nothing like that. Some prepared for birth by getting training from midwives, while others trusted their bodies to completely take over. One woman labored and gave birth over a two hour period was totally silent nearly the entire time!

I know there are some UCers out there, and others who are curious. Since Discovery channel affiliates usually loop their shows, it may come on again soon in your area.

 

[Cali2SC]

I've figured out a lot of the abbreviations, but this one has me stumped. What is UC?

Thanks!

 

[maddymama]

UC is unassisted childbirth- birthing at home without a midwife present.
I saw the show last fall when it first aired. I'm a hospital birther, but enjoyed watching their experiences.
~maddymama

 

[wombatclay]

If anyone is interested in learning more (or just interested

) there is a whole forum here at MDC dedicated to Unassisted/Unattended Childbirth.

You can find it here.