Story of Calvin’s beautiful home birth- written by Crystal (doula and founder of Greatest Joy Motherhood)

Every Birth Story Starts with the End of Pregnancy

What a different time it is! You go about your life in a state of discomfort, trying to stay busy enough while knowing that any day could be the day. It’s such an interesting exercise in letting go—of control, of plans—and instead learning to trust in God, nature, your body, and your baby.

As with my other pregnancies, I had mixed feelings in the days and weeks leading up. I struggled with impatience, round ligament pain, and general bigness—but I also felt so much peace and tenderness.