Well, it's my birthday today and so, I think I'll be thankful for birth. :)
In all honesty, I have grown to love the process of pregnancy, labor and birth and the miracle of a new life being born into this world. With that said, this cannot be done without people who know what they are doing and who also love this type of miracle. So today, I am thankful for the best midwife I know--Martha Scheumann! And the best doula in the world--Carlie Veeder.
I learned so much while I was pregnant and preparing for Sybil. Some information I learned was exciting, some a little scary, and all of it, very new to me. I was a bit overwhelmed, and not really happy with the care I was receiving with my OB. I felt like just another number each time I went to the doctor's office. And then God brought me Martha *sigh.
Martha not only put my mind at ease by her sweet and peaceful spirit, but also gave me so much information and supported me in my pregnancy, labor and birth. Martha, I could not have gotten through my labor and birth without you. You were such a gift to me, as a midwife and as a friend. You are gifted at what you do, but more than that, you are a light in this world. You shine with the love of Christ and I am blessed to know you. You got me through such a special time in life!
Carlie, I learned so much from you. You and Fred swept Andrew and I up in such a time of need. You welcomed us into your life, your church, your community, when we needed it most. God used you so much in my life. You are the best birth coach I've ever known, and of course, I don't know how I'll ever have another baby without you! Thank you for being such a strong woman, both in physical strength and spiritual strength.
My birth story with Sybil was not ideal, but just how God had planned and I learned so very much. You can read my story here.
I am so thankful for the miracle of birth! Amazing.
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