In this episode, Carly shares her story of an unplanned induction after going past her due date thanks to low amniotic fluid measurements. After laboring for over two days, Carly adapts her original birth plan, opting for an epidural and Pitocin, and ultimately experiences a vaginal birth that left her feeling grateful and empowered! Carly also talks about how her son was rushed to the NICU due to meconium aspiration, and stresses the importance of being flexible yet supported in parenthood.
In This Episode:
0:00 Introductions
01:22 What Does Low Amniotic Fluid Mean?
07:41 Carly Prepares for Birth with MamasteFit
10:11 How Carly Chose Her Provider
11:26 To Induce or Not to Induce?
20:39 Time For An Epidural
26:49 Meconium Aspiration Sends Baby to NICU
32:51 Carly’s Advice
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