Normally when we talk about strength and birth, we picture a woman braving it through the pains of labor, but I wanted to talk about a different kind of strength this time. Sometimes, when things don't go as planned, I see a look of defeat and hopelessness on the mothers part. Many times this happens when they are told that they are just not dilating enough and need a c-section. What amazes me though is how they move forward.
They move forward by continuing to even want to bear children. They shoulder their responsibility and don't let their trials pull them down. You can't tell me that a mother who goes through 24 hours of labor to only get a c-section is not brave or strong. Because they are. What is even neater is to see the ones who break out and decide that they will take charge of their next birth. They will seek other options. They will fight for what they believe to be their choices and options. The defeat is often turned into a victory that way.
It is my opinion that just choosing to carry and bear children requires a certain kind of strength in and of itself, regardless of how that baby arrives here. And then to continue to do so afterwards, once consequences and attitudes are in place, is even braver. I only wish those that feel defeated could see how truly strong they really are.
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2 comments:
I really enjoy your blog, and I applaud you for the work you're doing! I know this is a different topic, but I wasn't sure how to get this information to you. I'm trying to spread the word about a wonderful birth movie screening that's being planned in American Fork, Utah, and if you could please post about it on your blog, I would really appreciate it. We'll be showing 3 birth films: Orgasmic Birth (along with an appearance by the film's producer), The Business of Being Born, and Pregnant in America. Tickets are being reserved at $25 for all 3 films, and we expect them to go fast! You can get more information at www.doulamelissa.blogspot.com or my blog at www.MamasAndBabies.blogspot.com Thank you so much for helping us get the word out!
I thought I'd comment on these films a little....I have seen The Business of Being Born and it does represent an accurate representation of how they give birth in the hospital vs. home. It had good information, but is probably not for those who could don't care about that difference:) The other two I've heard of, but haven't seen, so I'm not sure of accuracy or quality. But, more info never hurts.
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