Last week I was able to see something pretty special. Something that happens all over the world every single day, but was a first for me. I was able to witness the birth of a baby, and it was magical – a dream come true. Although thousands of babies are born every single day, there is nothing ordinary about birth. It is extraordinary in every way.
A few months ago one of my sisters asked how I would feel if she asked me to be one of her birthing partners. I said I would love to (whilst secretly wanting to explode with glee), and after discussing with her husband she officially asked me – and of course, I said yes! Since giving birth to my own children, I have always wanted to be present at the birth of a baby. However, it is not the easiest experience to engineer (unless you are a health professional). Birth fascinates me. Our bodies are powerful, and after each of my births I have been left in awe of my body – of what it accomplished.
Not long ago my sister gave birth to a perfect baby boy, and I was right next to her. I saw his hair, then his head and finally his strong, magnificent body entering into the world. It was marvellous, overwhelming and one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. Just incredible. My sister was so calm and collected (although she admitted she didn’t feel that way), and it was a privilege that I will cherish forever.
Witnessing a birth reaffirmed my beliefs that we are all here for a reason, that we all have a special purpose and there is more to life than just being born, living and then dying. Life is no accident, and we all have a unique potential to fulfil.
E xx
p.s. This is a photo of Otto on the day he was born – their baby is not mine to share.
How amazing for you to be there, I’m sure it will bring you and your sister closer together. Congratulations to you all.
Nat.x
It was really something special. Thank you Nat xx
I was there for my sisters first baby and her second 🙂 I was so young at the time like about 20. i will never forget! 🙂 i’m happy for you Esther.
Woah Ang. I didn’t know that. Amazing! x