Unmedicated Natural Birth Vlog *Raw & Real* We Almost Delivered on the Highway

In today’s video, I share the birth of our baby boy Oakley. I can't believe after waiting over 41 weeks for you, you're finally here. This is a raw and real unmedicated natural birth video of our second baby and something I am so happy and proud to share.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - intro
1:47 - update
3:38 - contractions
5:35 - how I’m feeling
8:28 - water broke
10:06 - on the way to the hospital
11:35 - hospital
17:01 - Oakley was born
20:59 - weigh in and checks
22:04 - the next morning
22:36 - outro
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[@kinseyjohnson4341]

Seeing Sage touch you during your contractions and when Matt started crying seeing it was a boy I totally teared up. What a beautiful story and family! Congratulations!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Thank you!!

[@ginahessel5991]

Got me too! 😭🥰

[@karmaslifestylevlogs2575]

Me too.

[@ChristiePipe-qc1rh]

😮

[@user-oh1mr2fe4s]

me too

[@christinamarchese6410]

This is so real and beautiful. Thank you for not removing the sound of your contractions! This is amazing.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I wanted to keep it real and authentic and this was apart of the process

[@AmaniOu2]

I second this! I'm preparing myself for my first baby and seeing something real is so helpful in managing expectations.

[@andreauhlirova6319]

it is, I'm preparing myself for 2nd🩵 this amazing beautiful video gave me the courage to go through it once again💖 i have some big respect for the whole process but im am so looking forward at the same time💫❤️ thank you so much for sharing-I was so with you the whole time❤ and cried at few moments❤❤❤ congratulations! you totally nailed it!!!!🎉❤ i wish i could manage my second labour like you❤🍀✊️

[@chatgpt4135]

​@@HealthNutNutritionWhich hospital

[@peachiedb]

​@@HealthNutNutritionI'm glad you did. Women need to know it's ok to scream, yell make noises. Giving birth is amazing but it's also painful. Do whatever you need to do all that matters is a healthy bub

[@tristinrayment9742]

Im 21 years old, my husband and I just welcomed our baby girl Lilyana into the world Jan 20th. I also had an unmedicated birth, the rawness of this video moved me. It brought me back to the delivery room, and the memory of meeting my baby for the first time. The pain is indescribable but the love for my baby makes it all worth it. I can't believe how amazing women are.

[@celestesandy7734]

The way I SOBBED during your delivery!!!! And sobbed even more when you said the chord was wrapped around his neck TWICE!!!! What a journey to get him here!!!! This was absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ KUDOS to you mama! You did that thing!!!!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Thank you so much and thank you for this kindness 🥰

[@ivetaleksandi9247]

You’re insane to sob at someone else’s birth

[@thatbitxhpnk81]

@@ivetaleksandi9247not really.

[@carlottaokulla1113]

same here 🥹😭😭

[@mommybreakdown]

Oh my word, yes!! 😭 Well said!! Her delivery was so much like my second. I also did it without pain medication and felt that wave of nausea before the pushing started. I was very vocal as well (but mine were curse words 😆). And the cord was wrapped twice! Birth is really the most chaotic, beautiful memory.

[@brialianabesos]

Being pregnant while watching this has me in tears💙 Thank God he’s healthy and you did a phenomenal job🙏🏻

[@amandabrown5096]

me too. I am due my second but I am feeling more nervous this time. She is an inspiration.

[@brialianabesos]

@@amandabrown5096 I just had my second 3weeks ago. I was soooo nervous but thankfully everything went well. Good luck to you momma🩵

[@Paperdragonmaker31114]

I know right ❤

[@natalie54321.]

"I think two is enough" 😭 THIS IS MAKING ME WANT #3. This was besutiful, powerful & SO inspiring. I absolutely cried my eyes out. youre an actual SUPER WOMAN. Matt & Sage are the best birthing coaches lol Thank your for sharing this intimate moment with us your internet mommy friends. ❤️ Oakley you have a badass MOM PERIODDDD👌🏼

[@surlespasdondine]

This makes me feel relieved I'm done.

[@nijhaanise9672]

When Oakley kept saying mom 💙 my heart melted . Congratulations 🎊

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

You heard that too! He was shouting "mom" the whole time, so cute!!!

[@racheltrammell8946]

Yes, yes, yes!! I heard the same exact thing, and then, as soon as she kissed him, he felt safe and knew she was there!! It was so precious and beautiful to watch that!🥹🥹🥹🩵🩵🩵

[@YourFriendAyana]

I think that once you’ve given birth unmediated, you can feel it all over again when watching someone else go through it. I was getting emotional thinking about my birth last year. Incredible job, mama.

[@noragramlich7588]

Omg yes! I’m a loud laborer and I sounded EXACTLY like Nikole during the pushing stage and it honestly gave me chills because I felt like I was transported right back to that moment

[@rachelseefeldt5832]

I'm 37 weeks and cried all the way thought this. This is so beautiful. I am so ready for this experience.

[@user-gg9jy1oi2n]

37 weeks right now!! Hoping you have/had an amazing delivery experience ❤🎉

[@nonhlanhlangcobo8717]

I'm 37 weeks today 😊 can't wait to meet my bundle of joy 💕

[@rachelseefeldt5832]

Update. I am postpartum and did not have a beautiful expierence. I ended with a c-section that really emotionally took a toll on me but it still ended with my beautiful baby boy.

[@AnjaNothing-rk6lo]

I'm so sorry you had to go through that, but congrats on your baby boy.

[@rosiepaulino9232]

Got tears running down, absolutely amazing job mom. The way his cries were soothed when you kissed his forehead was beautiful. I'm expecting my second child, also a boy, my first being a girl. You give me so much inspiration. What a lovely family. God bless!

[@sharniebrown2403]

I’m currently 19 weeks pregnant, and watching this video brought so many emotions watching you go through labour and delivery. You are incredible 💙

[@ameliescheuer354]

How are you

[@skeleton_wa_migraine1736]

Youre doing better than i did w my first by watching vlogs to learn what to expect. Look up why you shouldnt purple push ( ie holding breath to push).

[@brittanykosek3880]

The part where Sage took you hand during contractions melted my heart . 😭😭😭 I was sooo.. teary eyed . Nikole you did amazing. Matt was amazing too! 👏 welcome to the world baby Oakley so glad he was alright.

[@chelseab3032]

I've been so excited for this vlog! Thank you for sharing this vulnerable journey with us! 💖 Oakley and Sage could literally be twins as babies. Beautiful family.

[@emiliaowen2387]

I always said to myself i would never have a natural birth, but after seeing all her videos about it, and now about to watch this one, i am going to put thought into natural birth! she is so inspiring

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I am honoured to have maybe convinced you xx

[@RaquelSilva-dd3to]

It’s such a hard work! You did amazing! Thank you for sharing, this vulnerable moment of life, it reminded me of all the hard moments and how we can overcome it for our little bundle of joy. And your experience was actually very similar to both my second and third birth (6 weeks ago).

[@05lmarsh]

Wow! I was thinking the exact opposite.

[@snoozy60]

You won't regret it! Go for it Mumma! It's hard but you'll feel so proud of yourself when your bub is placed on your chest. Take care and best of luck!

[@Suebearish]

Hire a doula...

[@nofaryaacoby3849]

I’m 25 weeks pregnant and crying! Such a beautiful moment of you getting to hold your baby. Thank you for sharing these intimate moments.

[@sarnaigan9313]

I’m 4 months postpartum. Mom of 2. Here i’m watching and crying. This is the one of the beautiful and difficult moments in my life. Congratulations! You did a incredible.

[@janetwhitten3945]

This reminds me so much of my second daughter’s birth. It was fast and as I had had a very managed labour with my first I didn’t know what my body could do. It was such a rewarding experience. Now she is 20 and I have an 8 year old grandson by my eldest daughter. The process of childbirth is amazing, it’s a feeling I will never forget. Great video, I hope your family are keeping well xx

[@gs_salas3059]

I'm 7 weeks postpartum and it is safe to say I bawled throughout this entire vlog. Your groans instantly sent me back to my delivery room, but I can't quite remember the pain anymore, so crazy how our minds block that out afterwards. Then at the end, when you delivered and Oakley started crying, my sweet baby boy started crying. Time to go feed him...thank you for sharing these beautiful, impressively important moments. Your first birth vlog helped me so much, and this second one is just as inspirational and healing for me after having my own baby. Congratulations to your gorgeous family!

[@cgw5364]

Such a powerful beautiful birth vlog! When Sage was trying to help you during a contraction, I got teary eyed and was in full on tears during those last pushes before you delivered. Brought memories of the birth of my daughter. I hated pushing and for me it was the most painful part of my unmedicated labor.

[@kristaolsen7394]

Congratulations Nicole and welcome to the world Oakley! Thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm bawling my eyes out!! From Sage grabbing your hand, Matt's face when the baby was born, and to seeing your strength... all of it is just so beautiful.

[@jade-lc3vz]

Not only am i sobbing at how beautiful this is, but also sobbing that we share the same birth day like day wise. And looking up videos on how to prepare for pregnancy and birth and coming across this one has truly helped. I fear the pain of birthing but seeing how strong you stayed and hearing the cries of generations of the ancestor woman in your family before you helping scream with you through you was beautiful. Thank you

[@alb0801]

What a Vlog! My boys are 16 and 20 and this brought it all back - I sobbed!! In particular when I watched Matt supporting you - just knowing when to come in to help and then giving you space. and Nikole! - such a beautiful display of a mother giving birth - nature taking over. Wow ♥

[@laurenkate7162]

You are an actual super woman! Also thank you so much for sharing something so raw and vulnerable ❤ I was a little traumatised from all the sounds that came out of me during my son’s labour and birth - I just didn’t expect it at all and felt out of control. I guess most people leave that out of videos? But this was like reliving my birth and I finally understand why my husband told that I looked strong and in control the whole time - you absolutely did! ❤

[@gellysjourney9542]

Currently 34 weeks pregnant and with a 1 year old toddler at home. Not me crying when Sage held your hand 🥲😭😭😭 makes me think about how my daughter might react.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

this was such a special little moment i know everything happened so quickly but this moment meant alot to me

[@ellenangeline]

Likewise!! I’m currently 30 weeks pregnant with a 1 1/2 year old toddler at home. Immediately teared up too when Sage held Nikole’s hand. Wondering how my daughter might react as well. Even more so of the emotions I’m going to feel as I’m in labor, knowing that it won’t just be me and her anymore, but her baby sister joining us (we’re having 2 girls). 🥺💖

[@kateallen3451]

Same here! 32 weeks with my second girl ❤ Wondering how my almost 3 year old will react. Also makes me want to treasure every moment with her until delivery because then it won’t be just the three of us anymore 🥺

[@skeleton_wa_migraine1736]

I was unable to push my baby bc i was so tired from a long, medically induced labor that i opted for a c section. I am proud of you & your strength to have your baby naturally & to share your vlog. Its transparent, raw & real. Thank you for it bc i learned what i did wrong & hope i can mentally prepare for my next baby. When you were getting emotional juat thinking of meeting your baby, it was beautiful how motherhood drew that primal love for your baby.

[@cbusta703]

Having gone through labor & delivery any time I see a video of another woman going through it brings tears to my eyes. Such a beautiful, empowering moment we get to experience!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

We’re all forever connected with this experience

[@kajatarbuk107]

Such a beautiful delivery! Seeing Matt cry when baby started crying, had me in tears 😢 wishing your family all the best ❤

[@Sweet2Rani]

This made me cry so hard. Brings back memories from my daughter's birth almost a year ago. It was the most painful experience I've ever had in my life but it's definitely all worth it. Bringing children into this world is the most beautiful thing !

[@juliabrown4650]

Thank you for sharing such a vulnerable and sacred moment with us. I was bawling when you said how he was born and those moments before they cry are like an eternity. What a perfect baby boy! You are so brave and so unbelievably strong. I’m so touched to see how much of a teammate and cheerleader Matt is. I would also love to hear more of your coping mechanisms and how you mentally made it through an unmedicated birth. What an amazing team and beautiful family ❤

[@meredithxdesign]

Wow Nikole! You're an inspiration. Thank you for sharing these real moments. I started crying when Sage held your hand and pretty much sobbed the rest of the time. You're amazing!!

[@shannonzorsch6926]

You and Matt are both incredible. Matt for anticipating your needs and being such a supportive partner. Nicole you are amazing, thank you for sharing your journey and both of your birth experiences! You are so strong and your family is adorable!

[@theamyjacks]

Nikole, I want to thank you for sharing your motherhood journey on here. I'm almost 15 weeks pregnant with my first baby, and I've been drawn to you since I started YouTubing pregnancy things months ago. You're so open and honest, and you've helped me immensely already. I'm binging your videos, trying to prepare for the rest of my pregnancy journey, birth, and then motherhood. I'm originally from the UK, and I don't know any women who are pregnant or already mothers here in Canada, and I don't think it's a coincidence that I found your channel. It brings me comfort knowing that you've gone through this journey in Canada, actually not too far from me, and I'm extremely grateful for you and your channel. Thank you. You've also inspired me to open up about my own journey and to prioritise documenting it for myself and my growing family. Wishing you and your beautiful family all the best 💛

[@mariaklavarioti4005]

Since I got pregnant, I always cry when a baby is born 💙 many blessings on you and your family!

[@NikkiPhillippi]

I’m literally sobbing 🥹😭😭😭😭 thank you so much for sharing this! I’m incredibly happy for you and your family!☺️🙏🏻🙌🏻

[@taniaallan5702]

Congratulations to you both! Nikole I was bawling my eyes out through your labour. Very reminiscent of my second, also a boy, also not responsive or breathing at first but pulled through and nursed like a champ. So many memories came flashing back! I’m so happy for you and your beautiful family.

[@mcervas]

I just had my fourth natural delivery. It’s still so emotional to watch someone else experience their birth journey when you know the deep intensity of that experience (especially with your water broken! That is a big intensity shift)

[@desrenee1106]

This made me so emotional 🥹 From Sage holding your hand, to the emotions meeting baby, and everything in between. So beautiful. I wish I had this kind of birth when I had my daughter... I'm so happy to see such an amazing family like yours add another addition to your beautiful family❤❤❤❤

[@josielj]

I’ve been having contractions for the last few days. And watching you is like seeing myself right now. Going in the hospital tomorrow morning. I feel like watching this makes me feel a bit better now that I know that we are all going through something similar and we’re not alone. Congratulations!!!❤

[@skeleton_wa_migraine1736]

I hope you had a safe delivery & are surrounded by love.

[@katrinalindsay69]

I've been watching your videos since I found you in 2021 when I was pregnant with my son and you are such an inspiration. I am now pregnant with my 2nd and although I had a bit of a rough run with the birth of my son that traumatised me for a while, watching your birth vlogs just gives me so much strength that I can do this again and hopefully this time it'll run smoother. It doesn't stop me feeling terrified but I can do this. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful moment and I love how honest you always are. I cried a lot throughout this video 🥲

[@KyleneKaelin]

This was so incredible to watch! I remember Sage’s birth and now to see you do it again with Oakley is incredible. It’s such a different experience the second time around. Congratulations to all of you!

[@TheMrPsssst]

I was following u pregnant while i was pregnant. I gave birth on the 6th of october to my second child, this time unmedicated but i wanted epidural, problem was i didnt have time for it cuz bby came out fast. I had very good experience with epidural from my first. Every momma just needs to choose whats best, and that can change when u re in the pain process. Natural birth or not, as long as the baby comes out healthy it doesnt matter if u had pain or pain relief. Scary with the few seconds he didnt breath, really cried there, emotionel seeing mats reactiob. Thank God for ur precious boy, i wish him health and love.

[@dirtydishes2474]

I’m 16 weeks pregnant and honestly really scared about the pain and unnecessary interventions. Pushy hospital staff, c-sections, catheters… really all of it. How were you so calm and strong? Need your resilience. Congratulations!

[@chatgpt4135]

She has supportive staff, not the one who force to lay flat, expose vulva, and cut her anyway without consnet, with she having no autonomy over her dignity. Her family is allowed inside to comfort her in painful labor, she may not be forced into episiotomy, nurses aren't pushy, she can move during process and she is pushing in her best position, so you should select a care provider that treats birth as a respectful event, for that u have to clear ur doubts beforehand

[@VitaKrastina]

Seeing this made me feel so deeply connected with you,Nicole..I sort of felt what you were feeling during the process.I guess all women,who have given a natural birth, are somewhat united this way..I was crying with you and connecting with the pain and intensity I felt in my own birthgiving... I was so moved,how little Oakley immediately stopped crying once you gave him a kiss on the head in that precious first skin to skin time... Congratulations from all my heart,all the best to your family ❤

[@heavenharmon3785]

I'm currently 35 weeks with my second and your video just has me so ready to feel that love when my little one arrives. You did such a great job mom, Dad being there and being supportive was great, congratulations to you both!

[@alexandrakritzman938]

I CANNOT BELIEVE YOU DID THAT AGAIN! you literally look like a professional at giving birth! You are amazing! Your instincts were spot on. What an inspiring watch. Thanks for sharing with us all!

[@Ohdeyummm]

Here I am 27 weeks sobbing again😭😭. This was so beautiful and intense and just overwhelming with love. I always get a little anxious when I see small children around during the labor process because of my own traumas , but seeing how gentle and loving you guys were despite the pain really warmed my spirit. Congratulations to your wonderful family.

[@Unicorns4brkfst]

Said I wasn't going to cry and here I am ugly crying!! My unmedicated birth with my daughter 6 years ago I made a lot of the same sounds. I'm 32 weeks now with 3rd and seeing your journey is incredible! And that first latch is like nothing else. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@erinfagan405]

OMG SAGE!!! I’m crying 🥹🥹🥹 she’s the absolute sweetest!

[@Miss_Martha.WestVirginia]

You are a straight up SUPERWOMAN Nikole!!! I cried so hard for this one. Amazing.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Thank you! its truly incredible what women can do. I just kept telling myself ive done it before and i can do it again

[@Miss_Martha.WestVirginia]

@@HealthNutNutrition I will be doing it all again for baby #2 in June.! So I will be watching for lots of " mom of two" ideas! Merry Christmas ❤️

[@ginaroll4144]

I’m over here 29 wks pregnant bawling my eyes out. So so so proud of you and congratulations on a boy! You’re such an inspiration, you crushed it!

[@Champagnemami27]

So beautiful when Sage was holding your hand. I was crying after he took his first breath.

[@Beanshome]

This is so heartwarming but also so real. Thank you for sharing this with us, I know as a mom it probably wasn’t easy to document while you’re in the moment experiencing it.

[@jamiedouglas951]

Okay I know I’m 27 weeks pregnant and emotional but I started crying in the first two minutes of the video.. congratulations ❤

[@alanadidonato147]

Same, cried and 27 weeks ❤

[@buuuh2132]

You're so brave girl!! Congratulations, you deserve it!Thank you for posting and showing us this wild side of life. You inspired me a lot with your birth blog of Sage when I was pregnant and WOW here we are again. After watching this, I am ready to have baby number two. Thank you Nicole

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Thank you for the kindness and im so happy to hear I was able to inspire you

[@chatgpt4135]

​@@HealthNutNutritionHey sister nikole, please tell which are these hospitals, tell at least one of the two hospitals either where sage was born or oakley's birth hospital's name I don't at all know a single hospital that gives this autonomy to women here in my place, All hospitals I have seen lay women flat with legs bent at knees, put syringes, tubes, unncessary machines and oxygen masks throughout body making her difficult to move, compulsory inductions, force women to lay on back and expose private parts wide open to men and male staff for literally hours and lay speechelss not scream, bully women to strain way beyond limits or threaten to csection, bully to stop cooperation if women decide to use breathing techmique to push and not strain as doc instruct, and even do ROUTINE EPISIOTOMY and violently pull out baby seriously wounding between two legs , this is equal to rape , I mean there is no word that describes pain of this abuse but it us equal to feeling of being molested My mother, in laws and female friends had horrible experience I am scared literally now, amd am in first month of preg, Am ready to migrate, in which state this hospital is??, at least tell state and area name !?, I will google hospitals there, I want to have a 'respectful birth experience like you and do not want abuse, I also have ptsd which will worsen if I face obs viuolence lol'😢😭

[@bigd3314]

That was the most beautiful video of baby Oakley's birth. Thank you for sharing. As a Mom of two, I ended up with a C-section and a high forceps delivery, I never got this experience. You were AMAZING mama....so happy for you, Matt, and Sage. When I watch this natural childbirth, it makes me understand what fierce humans women are in this world!! You rocked this birth....I hope you are super proud of yourself!!

[@kwhiteley8951]

This brought back so many memories…my kids are almost 16 and 12 and I can remember this vividly. Thank you for sharing this very intimate and beautiful moment. Though it is so unique and special, it is also the gift all women share. Always appreciate your sharing truth!

[@alanadidonato147]

Wow, I watch a lot of birth videos and this was so beautiful, you’re so strong. I’ve had 3 homebirths so I know what hard work that was. I’m now preparing for #4. Congratulations!!!

[@ashmcaskill9233]

I cried my from start, the middle and the end. Wow, just beautiful. All of it. Just beautiful. So many emotions.

[@LaurieBug23]

So proud of you, Mama!! My son's cord was wrapped around his neck 4 times when he was born. I had to have an epidural because the contractions were so intense with him. My BP also kept plummetting which meant I had to be kept in Trendelenburg (legs elevated above my head). It was tough, but my boy was healthy! Thank you for sharing your story with us and congratulations on your new baby boy! 💜

[@peggyjohns7893]

Wow!!! Amazing, all three of you! And Sage, holding your hand was so touching.

[@teachingaries2talk932]

I cried so hard the entire time. You are SO strong!!! That was so beautiful 😭❤️❤️

[@HealthNutNutrition]

🥲🥰

[@aislinggibson4750]

The absolute joy of watching a beautful life being brought into the world!! I also your birth vlog of Sage, so I loved when you said, " I cant believe I did that..again.. ❤ Bravo! Well done Mama!

[@NaitsyMarie1]

So beautiful, made my cry, so happy for you guys! Blessings for all four of you!

[@alexandrakonovalova2254]

Omg Nicole, I was tearing up all video long, remembering my own birth, admiring you and what women can do. You and your family are beautiful ❤️

[@Milk-Rose.Tea_]

She is so strong 💗 I'm 14 and this literally inspired me 💗

[@TiffanyWSuarez]

Takes me back to my labor and delivery. My water broke on the way to my last appointment. I had the best experience with my birth. I’m so happy for your family.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

thats amazing to hear!! im so happy for you lady 🥰

[@winonaandreamagpayo1541]

I always cry everytime i watch a birth vlog. Remembering my own. Giving birth is a miracle.

[@michelleyule]

Thank you so much for sharing this personal and powerful video with us! As many others said I was also sobbing watching this video. Everything from Sage helping you during your contraction to your absolute power during delivery. So so beautiful!

[@kelliegriffin3370]

Literally cried watching this. Such strength us women embody during this time! You did so good girl! I felt like I understood every scream when u were pushing

[@nancyzuno]

Aww I love how you didn’t remove any of the contractions sounds it felt super raw and real. I just discovered your channel recently and love it! I am currently 27 weeks pregnant with first child so I am pretty nervous and excited (:

[@daniellegratton8049]

Congratulations on the new little one! Amazing video. I sat here bawling throughout. My daughter is 21 and for mine and her safety my dr decided a c-section was the best option. She was born 3 days past her due date at almost 10lbs. Yet I never experienced any contractions….false or otherwise. So many mixed emotions watching this between feeling like I missed out on part of the experience to feeling glad to have skipped it. Thank you for sharing your experience. ❤

[@jourdanconaway718]

I just gave birth to my first baby boy 1 week ago and i appreciate the real and rawness to this video! It made me relive my own unmedicated experience. I didnt know how much of an urge i would have to push way before i was even 10cm. Pushing was such a primal experience! Congratulations on your sweet boy mama! I hope you are still enjoying all of the baby snuggles!

[@cjgamer830]

Omg! I Can't Wait For This Nikki I Thought The Labor And Delivery Vlog Wouldn't Come Out Until January But I'm So Happy It's About To Be Out! Can't Wait To See Baby Oakley Birth Vlog! ❤

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Me too! Im so happy and excited to share

[@shopwithjen]

Momma to 5 here!! These vlogs give me chills and take me back :)

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I kept telling myself ive done it before I can do it again!

[@shopwithjen]

amazing job momma!!!! @@HealthNutNutrition

[@boilingwater14]

What an amazing and empowering episode of your life! I’m soaking more and more in your videos to get the inspiration and information about motherhood and pregnancy..thanks for sharing those precious moments with us!

[@snoozy60]

Thanks for uploading this! It was amazing and you were amazing! Brings back memories of my birth in August. I watched the birth of Sage as inspiration leading up to having my bub. It bought me to tears! Congratulations again Mumma!

[@samanthajomolina2502]

Wow!!! You’re amazing, we are amazing! I remember making the same sounds as you so animalistic and painful and telling myself after my daughter was finally out of my body crying saying that it was so hard😫😔🥹 but we did it! Congratulations Nikole! 😭❤️

[@Joraelfa]

Yes same here. After my second I remember shaking and sobbing because it was sooooo hard.

[@TaylorParnell]

IM LOW KEY FREAKING OUT SO EXCITED FOR THIS!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Nicole is the first birth vlog I ever watched on KZbin with sage she literally inspired me to want to become a mom we are going to start trying in 2024 🤯💗😆🙌🏻🎉🙏🏻 excited to document it all just like here!!! Wish me luck removing my nexplanon in a few weeks 🎉

[@HealthNutNutrition]

AHH me too!! and congrats xo

[@sarajopsal]

I cried watching your labor, and I am amazed by your strength! What an incredible birth story!! Congratulations!! Oakley is perfect!

[@supergirlll]

I'm just bawling over here.. my eyes are all red.. Such an emotional, beautiful journey that is motherhood..

[@rubyhathaway8718]

It's so nice to see a birth vlog where the mum actually screams. I've seen so many where the mum is quiet or moans and it makes me feel so weak. I like to think I usually have a strong pain tolerance, having grown up on a station in Australia. However, I screamed like somebody was trying to kill me during the pushing stages of my labour, because that's what it felt like my baby was trying to do. I still don't know how we don't die from the pain we have to go through to bring our babies into this world. Labour was both awe inspiring and terrifying. Both the best day and the worst experience of my life 😅

[@Lokadottir]

Yes, I screamed just like her once it hit the ring of fire especially. I don't get how others don't. It's like razorblades tearing you up.

[@amirahabdi]

Yes I get annoyed when I see women on here quite as a mouse and pushing like your getting out a feather, I have had two births so far and during contractions I’m beating on the walls, pushing stage makes me want fall out of the bed. Now I’m pregnant again and I’m telling myself be Calm like these women why are you so annoying during labour😂

[@surlespasdondine]

I had the "I can't believe it's over" and "so glad i never have to do this again" feeling (we were done at two) even with an epidural. I hated pushing and the pressure, cannot imagine what it's like with all the rest you feel without an epidural. (Mine was a low dose)

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Right when it was over ahah in that moment I couldn't imagine doing it for longer, let alone again 😅

[@dianekeller5390]

OMG! I'm crying! What an amazing mama! Oakley is beautiful! Congratulations!!!!

[@keridalton7208]

Congratulations to you guys!! Loved watching this, getting ready for baby #2 as well in April! Sage is such a sweetheart for being so supportive!

[@christyireland3834]

This was one of the most beautiful birth blogs I’ve seen in a while - I’m crying! Congratulations to you and your family ❤

[@cathy4632]

Thank you for keeping the sound. It's so primal. Absolutely incredible what women go through.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I don’t want to sugar coat it too much as if someone wants to do an unmedicated birth I think it’s important to show the reality of it

[@cathy4632]

@@HealthNutNutrition so good. Hope you're proud of yourself. 💖👏💪

[@justinss3470]

Sage is the sweetest! The love in this family is amazing ❤.

[@juliamalan3582]

Literally was crying soo much watching this! 😢 well done, Mumma and baby Oakley! And loove that Matt was so positive and supportive!!

[@hannahmccarty5228]

Even though I know he’s totally happy and healthy, I wept with relief when he let out a cry! You’re an inspiration. Thank you for sharing this with us. ❤

[@tonii2019]

I’m full bawling 😭 This truly make me feel less terrified of the experience because it makes labor less mysterious. You’re such a warrior. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. ❤

[@catdeland3084]

What a trip down memory lane. The birth of my second child, also a boy, was so similar to Oakley's. I really got emotional watching you through that pushing stage. It is so incredibly hard. You did it Nikole.

[@janellepayant8248]

You did amazing! ❤ The cutest parts of this video is Sage trying to hold your hand through a contraction and Oakly instantly stops crying when you kissed his head 🥰🤗 So so sweet!

[@jenk.9622]

Such a beautiful story! Loved seeing your experience and your family being there with you. Thanks for sharing! ❤

[@DMSKITTLES]

Thank you for posting this. The reality and how you left all the struggle in there. So emotional. Getting ready to go through this myself and this is so helpful!

[@WhenForeverEndsxx]

You are so strong mumma. Seeing your interactions with Sage while at home made me sob as I’m currently pregnant with our second baby as well. Congratulations on your amazing birth ❤

[@malineemenard2069]

I'm only 3days away from 2nd tri and this video of u sharing your most private moments of birth was so precious and personal. I cried the whole time bc I'm scared and excited at the same time, along also all these mixed emotions I can't describe. Congratulations momma, You did it!! Welcome baby Oakley!❤

[@kaylaanderson6391]

Oh this made me cry. I had a very similar birth experience in July. Went to 41 weeks, was starting to feel so discouraged and scared talking about induction. Went into spontaneous labour at 41 weeks exactly. Got to the hospital 9cm dilated and my surprise gender baby was born 2 hours later. My midwife holding her up for the first time and seeing she was a big strong healthy girl was the best moment of my entire life.

[@annac3565]

As a labor and delivery nurse, and LONG time follower.. this made me bawl my eyes out. Congrats mamma you did amazing. Thanks for sharing ❤❤❤

[@ariamontoya1437]

I started crying when you were on your last push because it reminded me of my birth with my daughter.. I’m so proud of you mama, congrats on a healthy baby boy

[@katew.1128]

So beautiful!! Tears of happiness watching this very precious moment! You and Matt are amazing and a wonderful team!! Congratulations to both of you and the rest of the family!!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️