In this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast Birth Story Friday, Kayla shares her challenging but ultimately empowering hospital birth story. She discusses how she prepared for birth, and how her intentions and plans changed throughout the course of labor after stalling at 7 centimeters for several hours, and the difficult decision to ask her doula to leave. Despite these hurdles, Kayla managed to have an empowering and beautiful birth experience. Gina and Roxanne delve into the details of Kayla's labor, including the discovery of a forebag, and provide insights on navigating labor stalls. The episode highlights the importance of adaptability, self-trust, and the supportive role of a birth team. 

00:00 Introduction to Birth Story Friday

01:14 Meet Kayla: Pregnancy Preparation

04:19 Kayla's Labor Begins

07:12 Challenges and Decisions During Labor

10:53 The Final Stages of Labor

15:39 Postpartum Reflections

21:05 Expert Insights on Kayla's Birth

23:21 Navigating Birth Preferences and Support

25:10 MamasteFit Resources and Offerings

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