12/27/2024
Knitting my first sweater has me reflecting on the connection between this craft and the journey of birth. Every stitch feels intentional, a small but vital piece of the bigger picture, much like every contraction, breath, and moment during labor. Thereās no way to rush the process without losing its beauty. Itās a rhythm you have to trust, surrendering to the pace and knowing that, over time, something remarkable is being created.
Knitting teaches patience and presence. If you focus too much on the end result, you miss the meditative magic of the process. And in birth, when you lean into the moment instead of fighting it, you allow the natural flow to guide you. Both are reminders that beautiful things take time and effort, but theyāre worth every second.
I canāt help but think of the women I support. Labor is its own art form, messy, unpredictable, yet stunningly perfect in its imperfection. Just like this sweater, itās made with love, dedication, and trust in the process. In both knitting and birth, thereās a sense of satisfaction when you see what your effort and patience have brought to life.
