08/26/2023
Adeline is here! Welcome to our family sweet strong girl. ✨🥰✨
Stepping into being her Mom was surreal at first but looking into her soulful eyes it just felt right. My birthing experience was amazing and hard. My ancestors and my spirit guide were there to protect the energy of our birthing space - I didn't even have to ask. And while I didn't take any pain medication for my vaginal birth, I was called to microdose psilocybin and heart plant medicine. I did my homework on this and asked my trusted birth doulas and shamans. I believe that it allowed me to go deep within myself and be present for every contraction, release and know intuitively what I needed to birth Adeline. I don't think I opened my eyes once the pushing started and wore my shades the entire time like a rockstar 😂 Having a kick-ass playlist of music, a birthing comb, acupressure massage and essential oils really helped me to get in the zone and to keep me going. Our medical team at Vernon Hospital was so supportive and everyone took the time to explain each step and to gain consent. My birth Doula was my rock, protector and cheerleader. My husband Kyle was right there with me every step of the way. He didn't get to "catch" her like he wanted to but he did get to cut the cord.
It's been a sleep deprived whirlwind since Addy has come earthside but I wouldn't change it for anything. Love you sweet Adeline! Glad you arrived safely ✨♥️✨