11/12/2023
This client came to me in her third trimester after her OB had said, no she couldn’t have her daughter at her birth, “childbirth is no place for children”. Fortunately she had a knowledgeable and supportive doula who encouraged her to explore her options. During our consultation, when she asked me if I would be okay with her daughter being present for her birth, I said “absolutely!” Birth is a family centered event, and you should be able to choose who you want in the room with you, including your older kiddos if that’s your desire!
I couldn’t be more happy for this family! This mom prepped her older daughter about what sounds she might make during birth, that there might be some blood, and had a support person for her so that she could step out of the room when she felt bored or needed a snack.
Congratulations C family! We love seeing clients advocate for their desires and for older siblings to see their baby siblings be born. The more we normalize birth for children, the less scary and mysterious it becomes. The more they recognize the power of their parents and the power within themselves.