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I never thought the day would come where I would be sharing my most vulnerable moment on the internet for everyone to see, judge, cry, comment, relate to, learn from, whatever it is you feel after watching this video. This is our real, raw and unmedicated birth vlog and I couldn't be more proud of it! Birthing our baby girl Sage was the most overwhelming, intense yet gratifying experience of my life and I hope you enjoy watching! Xx
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[@CamayCannon]

I cannot be the only one who is crying!! I felt those labor pains girl. I truly did. You rocked this out! Best thing is that Matt was right there by your side!! He was calm, attentive and soothing for you. Best wishes you guys!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

thank you for the virtual pain support!! xo

[@dinkvjr]

Not the only one, I was sharing them too!! Lol

[@user-zx5nj8zh2u]

व्हाट्सएप पर पूरी जानकारी लीजिए,9389253394

[@brendafriesen3414]

I don’t cry easy but I am crying my eyes out, as well😭😭

[@susanbolton5384]

After having two babies, let me assure you will never have to guess or wonder if you’re in labor. You were in transition, I think, in the bath right before you went to the hospital. You did very well. You were amazing. Blessings upon your little family.

[@dianaruiz]

When you said “this is the hardest thing I’ve done in my life” I felt that 😭♥️ Congratulations!! This was so beautiful!!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Its crazy after that I felt like I could do anything.. anxiety what? lol

[@dianaruiz]

@@HealthNutNutrition YESSSS 🙌🏻😍 I agree!

[@surlespasdondine]

Haha yes I kept reliving it in my head for days and always a new wave of relief and amazement (even with an epidural)

[@That.Girl.Am.603]

I felt it too!!! I bawled over her experience and my own! 💕

[@SaraB422]

@@HealthNutNutrition you are amazing Nikole, great job and thank you so much for sharing ❤️💕

[@chatgpt4135]

Getting such a positive, encouraging and clever birth assistance like that midwife is really rare occurence 💜

[@Chelsea-jf9ho]

That midwife's comments about your labour were so kind and encouraging!

[@Samanthamathis22]

Yep 👍

[@opsessed5612]

Wasn’t she so amazing! I felt calm as if she was talking to me! Such a dream!

[@conntre4784]

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[@allexmitchell7664]

I’m 21 weeks pregnant and this is my first labor video I’ve watched. Literally cried watching it all, thank you for showing your experience and your strength. So exciting to see your little one born!

[@ThatOneHairStuckOnYourScreen]

Congratulations on the baby! (I assume they are hopefully very healthy) I bet your a great mom!

[@MissMocha]

im 21 weeks rn reading this oh oh

[@renewhiteley5711]

"Let your body lead the way" what an amazing lady for saying that 💯❤️✨

[@tesorito2213]

Feeling good about the fact that this hospital allows woman's to push in the positions they want and I only saw 2 people with you at the room that's so private and nice .. Precious moment . Congrats to both of you.

[@jalainadill3690]

Because she has a midwife, they let you be in control vs doctors it’s more going on.

[@izzypooley4683]

Except for the spotlight. I was thinking, "turn that thing off!"

[@evawertz201]

@@izzypooley4683 yeah well they prob needed it to see tearing and if the baby looked all right.

[@WhenPushComesToShove]

It's a shame we still see words like 'allow'. Women are allowed to do whatever they like. I know in the US birth is very medicalised but women can still decline anything. Well done mama x

[@emrabosnjak7820]

@@jalainadill3690 I work at a hospital that’s very comfortable with women giving birth in multiple positions! There are many hospitals that are the same. Of course, limited by if the woman gets an epidural. But I think just having that convo with your doctor before labor is important and makes sure that you and your doc are on the same page 🥰

[@yankee2yankee216]

I never thought I would get emotional about somebody else's childbirth... SUCH a beautiful baby!

[@bob7966]

Same here,I was crying

[@leepeter7016]

@@bob7966😢😢 same

[@evalaszlo1487]

Fiú vagy kislány?

[@GucciNathan]

I absolutely agree with everything Yankee said!

[@not_orla1234]

Ok, let's talk about how well Matt did. He stayed strong even though he was watching his wife screaming in agony. Most dads probably would've fainted, but Matt made sure you were ok. I'm so proud of both of you. Your baby girl is sp precious.

[@noided4230]

most dads would've fainted? lmfaooo ok there

[@lindawiggins4443]

What makes folks think that Dad's always have a tendency to faint , man so much negativity towards men ;(

[@lindawiggins4443]

I'd be throwing up 2 if i ate what she ate ...crazy ;(

[@truthstands4ever]

Dads are stronger than you think too. Source: being a great support to my wife during 3 natural births without epidural or pain killer. :) I jump in and help do what the nurses usually do, along with supporting my wife emotionally. Yes, women are incredible and the ability to birth a baby with no pain killer is absolutely amazing!!

[@thelittlestgiant]

“most dads probably would’ve fainted” You trolling? I think almost none of them would faint. Like literally barely any. Fainting in general is a really rare occurrence for humans, real life isn’t a Hollywood movie, lol. At my most shocked moment while my wife was giving birth to my daughter all I did was raise my eyebrows and open my eyes wide. Other than that I was there comforting her the whole way through. You’re a clown, Orla.

[@shwethagujaran7997]

I don't have a baby of my.own, neither am I pregnant at this time, being a woman I have never watched a birthing video until now. But I had to here because that is how much I love this family and humans. I cried and cried🥺🥺♥️ You both were amazing!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I am honoured xo

[@123ravegirlwuvzu]

Matt just last minute nesting while you’re in beginnings of labor is a whole vibe 😂❤️

[@eliannamoce2153]

😭🤣🤣🤣

[@paulinarocha7929]

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[@chrisconnors7327]

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[@Keepsmilingboo]

Omg this was the first birthing video I’ve ever seen and I am crying up a storm!! How big is your heart for you to share this experience with us!! I’m so grateful for your life!! This was so eye opening and inspiring. Thank you

[@natlit513]

Wow I'm just more shocked everyday on how strong women are. Women are superheros

[@chatgpt4135]

@@natlit513 Yet childbirth and breastfeeding guidance videos are called 'Mannersless, dirty And Pornographic or seductive for men' and mother wanting birthing videography is called 'Shameless , unvirtuous and slut or playgirl' by some out of mind ppl

[@user-fh8cg3zh7s]

Truly

[@PriscilaGomesMacedo]

Beautiful baby

[@caraighc1510]

Matt doing the dishes and you having a contraction, then he swiftly drying his hands to come grab your hips to help was so adorable. Congratulations! I can’t believe you got to the hospital at 10cm. What a rockstar to handle that with no medication! 👏🏻❤️

[@lakshnashreemy9429]

You

[@surlespasdondine]

Even with an epidural the pushing was intense, the relief of "it's over" after they come out I will always remember. Also isn't it so funny how you can know for 9 months you are having a baby and it's still a shock when an actual baby comes out😂.So happy for you you could catch her yourself💖

[@miriamles6665]

😄i love your comment. When my baby was Born ,my first words were "Oh! Where did YOU come from?!"

[@Zoethechoirkid]

What’s it like, just out of curiosity. Like how bad was the pain?

[@surlespasdondine]

@@Zoethechoirkid Well with an epidural you don't have pain anymore but it's just SUPER intense, the feeling of pressure is very overwhelming and I felt like something was stuck down there. Like a bowl movement but x 1000 and like you are constipated but at the same time feel intense waves of pressure. It was extremely unpleasant and I felt very anxious and like I couldn't do it. I preferred the pain of contractions. That being said I got an epidural at 3 cm, not because I couldn't deal with the pain anymore, it was still manageable but because I did not want to "feel everything" later on. And I'm glad I got it! Would have been so much worse if I had had to handle horrible contractions at the same time as what I described.The pain of contractions when you are more dilated is horrendous from what I hear. I mean I never understand when people are surprised by how much pain they are in during labour, I'm always like "duh, you think women screaming as if they were possessed happens for no reason" lol.

[@nicolecuesta7526]

Omg yes I gave birth July 23rd 2020 to my baby boy and I got the epidural because I could not handle the contractions , and once I got the epidural the pain wasn’t bad at all anymore ! And pushing wasn’t so bad either but I did get so tired I felt like I was losing my breath but it feels so relieving once you push the baby out lol

[@opsessed5612]

Oh I thought I was the only one. My first 2 were natural and soooo intense so I had the epi with number 3 thinking I was gonna have a kourtney K birth but I still roared like a lion during the pushing. I was not expecting to feel the ring of Fire with an epi. I’m on number 4 and I definitely prefer no epi because the pain is gradual, the epi went from zero to 100 sooooo fast when he was coming out.

[@BellaWalbrun]

I'm a sixteen year old girl who happened to come across this and I didn't expect to cry. This is so beautiful and I hope one day that I have a family with a wonderful husband like you do. Thank you for sharing this amazing experience.

[@DearForgetMeNotS]

Girl same I cried so baddd 😭❤️

[@sarahlnn4060]

I’m 29 weeks currently. Watching videos like this help a lot with my anxiety because I’m scared of going into labor. Seeing you do this without medication and just pushing through the hardest thing you’ve ever done, it gives me hope that I can do it too. Also crying. Congratulations you guys💕

[@SanamGoli]

You can do it!!! I'm pregnant with my second and I can tell you that you ABSOLUTELY have the power to do this 🙂 praying for a healthy happy pregnancy and delivery for you!! ❤️

[@kikicielma9956]

im kinda the opposite but my anxiety would be way worse not knowing whats going on

[@danielanavarro9155]

I see this comment was 6 months ago! how did everything go with you?

[@memoalalawi8237]

How’d everything go? 🥰

[@HBoyzFan]

Same here. 21wks at the moment and I’m afraid. Also crying lol

[@chelseab3032]

I'm currently 6w 2d, and people like you sharing this vulnerable, personal experience are what I'm most thankful for. After watching these videos, I know these brutal weeks of morning sickness, food aversions, and other miserable symptoms will be 100% worth it.

[@rachelc6322]

I needed this. I’m currently 5 weeks ♥️

[@korsetmaken]

I'm so glad you vlogged your contractions getting stronger and explaining what and how you feel. I'm halfway week 38 and very nervous and a bit scared to deliver our first baby. Thank you do much for all the valuable information you've filmed. I've never watched a labor video and this makes it so real. Just got to the end. Thanks again for not holding back in what you showed and shouted while delivering. I actually cried along with you when she came out! So beautiful! I'm going to try to go unmedicated as well as I've read so many bad epidural experiences... Wish me luck!

[@EmmaRichter-sk9ii]

I am not Pregnant yet but thanks for letting me know so I know what to do when that happens to me too

[@angeladja1442]

“Matt, I did it! We have a baby” Melted My heart🥺💕

[@laudashra]

I just found out I’m about 5 weeks pregnant and I’ve been looking for videos to help me prepare mentally, physically and emotionally. I’m so scared, nervous and excited. As soon as you began to get those intense contractions I started crying my eyes out for you. I’m SO thankful to have found your channel because I feel like it will help me prepare. Thank you for showing this Nikole 🥺🧡🧡🧡

[@gabib.1780]

Hey, I'm 23 weeks along with my first. We must be similar gestational ages. Just wanted to wish you a smooth delivery. We can do this! 😊

[@keridwenx6457]

Hi honey! I'm at 34 ½ weeks rn and getting ready to go. How are you feeling?

[@laurad3417]

Same! I'm due in Feb 2023😬💗

[@Bighatman]

I’m 36 weeks and giving birth next month

[@erikab5985]

@@laurad3417 I am also due February 2023!! My first baby! Praying for a smooth delivery these videos are definitely helping me prepare mentally but I am very scared yet so excited!

[@jessicab5448]

Literally on my period and I have horrible cramps, along with nausea, I can't imagine pushing out a whole human baby. Women are amazing, also great support from your husband. Blessings to you and your family! 🙏🏾👣

[@__.J.C.__]

I really loved the way the midwife was saying things like not calling it painful but more intense to help you feel better, also the aromatherapy and meditation was a great idea :) You did such an amazing job! Sending love to your family and all the amazing people who helped you through 💖

[@truegirl2anna]

Don’t know why I keep doing this to myself and watching these different birthing experience videos. Due in 40 days and literally bawling my eyes out! Thank you for sharing such a beautiful and intimate experience with us! This definitely helped in a strange way calm my nerves! God bless you guys 🙏

[@alwilliams9191]

Watching this at 14 weeks and suffering so bad from morning sickness 😅 but it gives me encouragement that I can make it through this and hold my baby in the end too❤

[@christihunter91]

Hope you're doing well ❤

[@ii-pxnera-ii]

hope you’re doing okay!!

[@maevecostello2629]

Watching this at 15 and a half weeks pregnant myself, already so excited to meet baby boy 🥹

[@hoimebausinhconvuive]

congratulations. so wonderful, baby is so adorable. Every time a baby is born in our hospital, we feel very happy

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

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[@conntre4784]

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[@jabulilem1474]

I’m currently 38 weeks and watching this really made me emotional 😭. You really did good😌. Had my lil girl on the 25th of Jan 2021😊.

[@melitacaruana1836]

Congratulations Same birthday as me.. and my nephew came 2 days later 😅

[@somerandomguy.3884]

Nice

[@mongikazip]

An Aqua baby, nice 😍!!!

[@NadiaSeesIt]

Congratulations mama!!

[@conntre4784]

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[@marisan1042]

I’m not crying, you’re crying 🥲 Great job, momma! You crushed your birth journey. I hope I’m able to stay as calm, collected and as strong as you did! ❤️

[@biancapopescu2052]

I’ve watched this twice and cried both times. I’m 40 weeks 1 day, first time mom, and I still can’t believe this will be happening to me any day! Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@chels10902]

You're a superhero!! I'm 38 weeks 1 day and I'm soooo ready to give birth, I can't imagine going over 40 weeks 😂

[@ojiha2559]

@@chels10902 ok so now hows the baby??

[@chels10902]

@@ojiha2559 She's amazing!!! 💗💗 2 months old and smiling so much now!

[@chels10902]

@@ojiha2559 OH and she was born at 38 weeks, 6 days 🥰 She was READY to get out haha

[@ojiha2559]

@@chels10902 this is so sweet to hear! May god bless her and ur family🥺❤

[@HealthyGroceryGirl]

You did it!! So amazing girl!!! Brought me to tears, reminds me so much of the birth of my two babies. Most intense and special experience at the same time! Welcome baby Sage!! 💛

[@HealthNutNutrition]

aw thank you for the support mama! It took me a good week or two to get over the shock from what I went through but I wouldnt change it for a thing. Im so grateful for a safe delivery and great recovery. I dont think anything could have prepared me for that intensity though.. sheesh birth is nuts. Your little girl has strawberry blonde hair too, no?

[@jasonboy249]

@@HealthNutNutrition well done

[@bigfamilymomoften3165]

In one word wow you did a amazing job. I feel with you and cry with you. We have 10 kids but it's always a miracle 🙏

[@TheSharandJoeShow]

Love the name Sage!

[@lauracorbett4577]

Do you want a third baby?

[@jeepismoff-road2790]

i’m currently 37 weeks and i sobbed watching this the emotions in this video are absolutely insane! you killed it momma❤️

[@JessWalkMusic]

I found out I was pregnant almost 4 weeks ago and I haven’t cried yet about but after Sage was born and your were holding her & feeding her I started sobbing and realized, “that’s gonna be me!” 😂😂 Congratulations!! You gave labor the what for!!

[@amandaleidy]

Im in the exact same boat you’re in !! Ive never cried at videos like this until now haha

[@simonetaylor1850]

CONGRATS!!!!!

[@hacklettfamily8144]

CONGRATULATIONS ❤️

[@santanagore8794]

Found out a week ago, was liitle bit surprised, happy (been trying for 6months and dreaming for many years), but that’s it. No happy tears, nothing. And then Im sitting here, watching video and crying, and crying.

[@simonetaylor1850]

@@santanagore8794 Congrats! This is so special, I'm so happy for you!

[@Saradasungod333]

I feel bad for all the woman in the world that they have to go through so much pain in pregnancy 🤰 I will pray for all the women that are pregnant with a baby boy or girl I will pray for all y’all and for the women to deliver a cute healthy baby god bless you all

[@christinamyers6678]

I'm 33 weeks pregnant and I hope when my time comes I will be as strong as you were❤️ thank you for sharing such a precious moment

[@racheloshaksmusic]

The faces the father Matt made when he was holding his baby 😂 too funny! I'm a visitor here but you did so amazing in the labour! You were so controlled through-out the pain, you made it look easy! That really inspired me for whenever I become pregnant with my future husband. God bless you both, I pray Jesus continues to give you both peace and strength. Congratulations on a daughter straight from the Most High King! What a privilege and a blessing! Each child is born with a special gift so we will see what that gift is as she grows older!

[@jamifigueroa7774]

My mother's friend had her fifth miscarriage a year ago and now she is finally pregnant with her fist child Congratulations with you new baby I wish her a happy and long life

[@sho_ando04]

Hopefully everything is still going well for her!

[@opsessed5612]

6th child 🤍 hopefully 1st earth side.. congratulations to her! What an exciting time I hope all goes beautifully for her xx

[@InfestedLice]

I hope the best for her!

[@jengaralde8868]

I know you’ve had Sagey girl for a while now, but I’m a 7month pregnant mama and I felt like I had to watch it! Every time you had a contraction I was crying and cheering you on and saying “you go mama! You can do it!”, “you’re a strong mama”. I cried every time you pushed and was unbelievably proud of you even though we’ve never met!! I cannot wait to meet my little boy in November/ December, this was just so beautiful. Congratulations again on a healthy birth, and AMAZING JOB to you and Matt 🤍🤍

[@MatthewVarga]

I remember like it was yesterday.....😊

[@shuklamaitri]

Kudos to both of you!

[@user-eg4dl9wx7h]

You were great with the support. Good job dad!!!

[@melissalissssa]

You were amazing Matt!!

[@adhddisorders]

You are a great partner Matt!Nikole and Sage are so lucky!

[@milesnduke]

Congratulations again u guys!

[@TaraHower]

I could watch a million of these or this one over and over and cry like it’s the first time 😭

[@novelinprogress]

I know this is a year old video but it has brought me to tears and to 5 months back and even 4 years back when I had my little boy. Both deliveries were the hardest things I’ve even done in my life but the 2 most wonderful things I’ve done in my life. I also had un medicated births, not by choice but because I had waited too long to get the epidural. Such a beautiful video! Such a a strong woman. We are all strong woman! Mommas ❤️

[@caitlinmariedasilva]

I am bawling over here! You are superwoman Nik!! Love you guys so much ♥️😭

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I love you! Thank you cuz for the support and being brave enough to watch it through haha xo

[@Al-kb2xl]

Bawling? Please get a grip

[@TheSharandJoeShow]

Agreed, so strong!

[@countrycookinmama]

@@Al-kb2xl bye haterrr

[@Samanthamathis22]

@@Al-kb2xl k

[@melissaprice8043]

Oh my, you had me crying. Yes giving birth is so real, so painful, but when you see the results you almost forget about it. ALMOST LOL! Your lives will forever be change as parents but what an experience to bring another human into this world and be able to teach them good moral values and love. Wish the best for you both 🥰

[@HealthNutNutrition]

so true! I still look at her and cant believe the journey to get her here. Life is amazing in every way

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

Gefeliciteerd 🎈🎊

[@cassidylhd]

I was induced with my daughter and gave birth without an epidural, and for whatever reason I feel so much shame (even now, almost four years later) about how I felt I didn't cope well with the pain, how distressed I was, how loudly I screamed. Watching this video brought tears of absolute admiration to my eyes and has made me rethink my labour experience. I'm 25 weeks pregnant with our son now and this has really helped me to feel empowered and proud that I've done this once (induction contractions are like NOTHING I've ever experienced and there was no time to prepare for them), so I can certainly do it again. Thank you SO much for posting the most raw and beautiful moments of your lives to inspire and encourage us all xx

[@Maddie-zq1jf]

My epidural was magical✨ I felt a tiny bit a pain. I can’t imagine how much pain you felt you are so brave girl!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Near the end drugs were looking pretty good haha I think you made the smarter choice!

[@AC-iw5mv]

@@HealthNutNutrition no! I mean either is fine but both have pros and cons so I wouldn't call one a smarter choice!

[@daisysun_sweet]

😇

[@rachelalexander685]

Epidurals for life! I'm not sure I could do it without one!

[@cathiwim]

Epidurals can leave life-long back pain where the catheter went in. Thats a side effect you don’t hear about.

[@patchwork_pixie]

oh my god im 6 months pregnant and this horrified me and moved me emotionally. you made me cry

[@saracarol1286]

Girl I'm 6 months pregnant too and I feel the exact same way!! Good luck with rest of your pregnancy and delivery

[@kaoutarbenlm1314]

I’m 7 mounths can’t wait to see my baby girl in my arms ♥️♥️♥️♥️ good luck ladies

[@essicktarot8974]

6 months as well😅 I'm planning on a non medicated birth so this video definitely made me bawl my eyes out

[@leeana6784]

I had my last two baby's non medicated induced and back labored, our bodies are made to do this. No need to fear giving birth. ❤️

[@vintageglaze3593]

all of you guys are gorgeous and strong 💞 hope all is well

[@Littlebeanss]

big round of applause for the midwife who was encouraging and sweet and everything you could ask for! Congrats

[@kirarepici3085]

Matt was such a wonderful supportive partner! Cheers to you both! Sage is perfect

[@HealthNutNutrition]

He really was. I think he surprised himself

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

@@HealthNutNutrition gefeliciteerd 💖 meisje

[@shilohivy4590]

I can’t fathom doing this at all let alone with out an epidural. This woman is a warrior mom most definitely.

[@sarano6497]

37 weeks pregnant and watched this video for mental preparation, this video has moved me so much, cried at work because it made me so emotional, you did well! thank you for sharing this journey, cannot wait to meet our little baby too!

[@LinetteArroyo]

This was incredible. I’m 24 weeks pregnant and can’t wait for this moment. Good work mama! 😌

[@HealthNutNutrition]

congrats mama, you got this!

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

@@HealthNutNutrition 💝💝💝

[@julieghoulie9035]

I’ve never been pregnant, but the whole time I was like “She is killing it!” 😂 You were amazing! ♥️💪🏼

[@BusinessMar]

I know this is an old video, but I'm 33 weeks pregnant with my first and wanted some perspective. I hope to labor at home, then give birth unmedicated at the hospital with a midwife, so this video is exactly what I want to see! Thank you for sharing your whole experience. It's so helpful for me as a first-timer to see what it could look like: loud, strong, empowering, humbling. I'm praying for a similar experience for our little family in a few weeks!

[@luciebfink]

Sobbing my EYEBALLS out ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@cynthia3207]

Yep same here 🙈 can't wait to hold our baby in my arms. 5 months more to go ❤

[@joysgothyunjinsamericano6499]

@@cynthia3207 I hope you deliver healthiely and happily queen you're gonna be the bestest mommy ever you rock queen all love good luck 🥺❤

[@cynthia3207]

@@joysgothyunjinsamericano6499 Thank you so much for your wishes!! Much appreciated 🙏

[@hanee8144]

Me tooo

[@PrisTvv]

i know the feeling, have passed it 2 times, currently about to go through it again. God bless all mothers🙏❤

[@shi8581]

i don’t understand how us women can do that holy shit, damn am i an emotional wreck tho congrats ❤️❤️❤️

[@itsJojo201]

🤣🤣I wonder too,I remember that day 😥😥

[@tryphenarose384]

It's how our bodies were designed. :)

[@Nibbliess100]

@@tryphenarose384 not just us every animal laying eggs and giving birth the same way we do

[@sophiebasilio773]

Holy smokes...36 weeks pregnant and just went through a roller coaster of emotions. From - “WTF! I can’t do that!!!” “I’m gonna pass out in labor” “omg baby’s out” “it’s the most beautiful thing ever” “I can do it, it’s so worth it” 😭😭😭😭😭 (And to thinks she’s now 1- crazy!) Thank you for sharing all of it ❤️

[@mariskavanvuuren4163]

That was one of the most beautiful birth vlogs I've ever seen. To see her come out really made me cry. So happy for all of you. X

[@HealthNutNutrition]

this makes me tear up! Thank you xo

[@ashleymillar5128]

This was one of the most beautiful natural birth videos I’ve ever seen!!!! Exactly what I needed to see before my labor. I can do this!!!

[@user-zx5nj8zh2u]

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[@Samantha06-l4m]

Omg I’ve never seen anyone who smiles talk and doing things between contractions I do appreciate you my dear as a new Mama You actually have baby number 2 now thanks to God🙏

[@alyssawillett9264]

I dare anyone to watch this and not bawl their eyes out 😭😭😭 you are amazing nikole!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

awww I know its an emotional one for sure. Even when I first watched the unedited footage I was in shock looking at it from a different perspective

[@princesslia6574]

I didnt... Im sorry but i have seen my sister in law give birth

[@karen2829]

I am due in less than 2 weeks and this just blew my mind. I am excited, afraid, nervous, empowered.... i am feeling everything. Just wow!!

[@justineo5718]

Thank you for sharing this most intimate moment in your life, this was incredibly empowering to watch. I’m just so amazed, I totally cried when you were labouring in the hospital, how touching! Makes me feel much more comfortable with the idea of my own labour next year! Thank you! 💗

[@kixyboo2202]

This was beautiful from start to finish, I'm due to have my first baby in 11 weeks and seeing this amazing woman deliver her daughter like an absolute boss has put me so at ease after worrying about every little thing from day one. Congratulations mama, you Queen! What a beautiful little girl and a wonderfully supporting partner you have too. I loved this, made me cry 💜

[@veronicabellorin7501]

I’m watching this on my period. What a mistake on my part 😭❤️😭❤️😭

[@brianaverly6391]

Hahaha this is the one comment

[@user-zx5nj8zh2u]

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[@patrickmoore8187]

The baby is so cute i’m gonna pass out

[@AlyssaD101]

im sobbing! this was such an incredible video! this was so real and raw, and you did amazing. Now baby Sage is here! 💜

[@ellac9039]

that is so raw and honest, you did it nikole!!! i cried when you had her in your arms for the first time! wish sagy all the best.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I know I still cant believe I hit publish haha but glad I did as I feel even more connected with the healthnut fam xo

[@ChRiStY4t5]

Oh God! I felt this as if it were my daughter giving birth! I'm so glad to know I wasn't the only one sobbing and feeling every single good and bad feeling all at the same time. I felt so much remorse like I was the dad, resentment for the pain, the desperation of "just pull her out!" The happiness of knowing she was about to go through the hardest most rewarding experience of her life, the feeling of needing to save her, hold her., To just make it stop... And I've had 4 myself.

[@veelicausi9433]

Watching this at 19 weeks pregnant with our first bubba.. I think I’ve never cried so much! The miracle of life it’s amazing.. thank you for sharing such a raw and intimate experience.. you are helping many first time mums to know what to expect.. I’m terrified but you insured me to be a fighter ❤️

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Thank you for the sweet comment and I am honoured, truly 🤍 you’re going to be an amazing mama 🥰

[@veelicausi9433]

@@HealthNutNutrition thank you🥰 I’ll do my best ❤️

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

@@HealthNutNutrition gefeliciteerd

[@ElizabethGarcia-nj9tr]

I am not even pregnant but this was so inspiring! You truly showed the strength that women have both as a woman and as a mother. So beautiful, congratulations!!

[@winterwithawhyknudsen5166]

Matt is literally so sweet saying the sweetest things to you in the calmest tone of voice and even putting pressure on your hips to ease the pain

[@helenkuan499]

Congratulations! Good job mama!! I remembered I was in labour for almost 7 days... My cervix started to thin out a week before my son was born. Similar to you, when I arrived at the hospital I was 8cm dilated so I was too late to get any medication and was ready to push! I think right after he came out, my feeling was like, relieved, is he ok (he is), and then hungry. Treasure this precious time! They grow so fast!

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Its crazy huh?! I can imagine it goes fast.. Im trying to just soak up this time as much as I can

[@naledim8685]

Omg I’m crying real tears 😭 currently 24 weeks after a miscarriage at 16 weeks & I can’t believe how close I am getting to this moment myself 🥺 Congratulations on baby Sage’s safe arrival, she’s beautiful! ❤️

[@user-qn8ff4cs2q]

i hope you had a safe birth and a healthy baby!!!

[@popchinesemusic2023]

Praying that everyone falls asleep quickly and has a peaceful sleep. Hope you all wake up happy and well rested 🍓🍓🍓

[@victoriardsethbe8974]

You too

[@colleenross8752]

Because sleep will be impossible for a while

[@Bette_Fontenot]

From the moment you got into the tub, until typing this, I was in tears. I'm so happy for you and Matt! Congratulations! Welcome to the world, Baby Sage! Thank you for sharing such a beautiful moment with all of us xoxo

[@micahssizemore2373]

Crying my eyes out ! Labor is such a magical thing ! I had my second at home. Congratulations!

[@phrogcasey]

Even when i was a young child i liked watching videos like this, now im 30 weeks pregnant and watching them to mentally prepare myself

[@Beka-Marie]

Wow thank you so much for showing this! I am having my first baby in August and I am terrified. This helped me realize that it’s not going to be fun but that it’s all worth it after you get to see your beautiful baby. Thank you!!! ❤️

[@chhollett42]

girl ur breakfast is healthier than me the entirety of last year

[@alexisc9237]

Due in 7 weeks and I just cried my eyes out when you were in pushing Sage out and after when you were just so happy. I can't wait to meet my little girl. I love all the positive birth stories and just like you reminding myself women everywhere do this. Thank you so much!!!!

[@vasantaahvalli3059]

This is the most emotional video I've ever seen!! I started crying when the midwife said the head is out. You did an amazing job Nikole!! Sage i's such a cutie 😍😭. I'm 15weeks pregnant now and watching this video makes me even more stronger in having a normal delivery. Thank you so much Nikole for this!! Really helps. ❤️❤️❤️

[@mannehennessy]

She was born the day I found out I was pregnant with baby 2! I'm due in a couple of weeks now, and this is SO INSPIRING for me! I ended up with an epidural my first labor, and I'm really going to try hard for an unmedicated birth this time around. Thank you for sharing this beautiful vlog! I'm totally crying!

[@whitneycarter3079]

Could not hold the tears back!! I’m 14 weeks right now and this made me so much more excited to experience birth ❤️

[@joannakemmerer829]

Omg I'm in tears! Reliving my two births. Thanks for sharing and you are right - it is the hardest thing you will ever do💕. But, so worth it! Blessings.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

I couldnt agree more!

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

@@HealthNutNutrition foto

[@lorlamae]

I'm sitting here in bed, just over 15 weeks pregnant with my 1st... Your little one was born on my birthday

[@brittb4195]

Congratulations!

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

@@brittb4195 💙

[@janethernandez2837]

I’m 39 weeks pregnant and watching this helps me soooo much ❤

[@taylorlaverdiere2463]

So so so proud of you Nikole. You did it. You’re amazing and this was beyond special and emotional. That little peach is so cute. I’m so happy you’re dream of motherhood has come true. I love these videos showing strong woman what they can do.

[@HealthNutNutrition]

Thank you so much xo

[@yvonnekroeders6232]

@@HealthNutNutrition 😃😃😃

[@mollielouiseomahony3335]

After watching this, i think i want to have a medicated birth whenever that happens!! You really are a very strong woman to go through such a tough experience.

[@rahimahimah280]

Haaaaaaaa

[@christenmclaughlin8476]

@Platinum Mew nurses don’t do epidurals anesthesiologists do, and there’s very little risk of complication

[@prarieborn6458]

You don’t have to do it just like others, you can give yourself permission to have medication if you need it. It does not have to be a traumatic experience, You know yourself, and have a choice.

[@yinyinminimalist]

I gave birth my son with normal delivery being a single parent. Only the doctor, nurses and my aunties were with me. I’m really happy from my heart for all those mothers whenever I see one who could have a partner/ husband near her during the labour. ❤️ I appreciate the love and support of the father-to-be-s to their wives.

[@Skerrigan87]

I thought I was holding it together so well until Matt said “she’s gonna be a kickass girl” 😭😭😭 you are both so incredible 🤍 congrats!!

[@armaniandgucci]

I’m so dumb 😂😂😂 I really thought you were going to bake the pregnancy tests lmaoooop but congrats to the both of you

[@ashleymachado8704]

Same girl

[@HealthNutNutrition]

DEAD LOL you know the whole "bun in the oven" haha

[@fazeelalaher6250]

Me too Was thinking what she doing

[@jessicabraden5441]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Dianaswrldd]

17:20 when he said you’re doing awesome on god I started to cry that was so sweet and there’s nothing else he can do but be there and support

[@1998allyluv]

This is literally my ideal birth. I’m due in May and could only hope that this is how my birth goes. Don’t get me wrong I know it probably won’t but I just hope! Thank you for sharing such a vulnerable special time of your life!

[@Nolans_world]

I'm due in April and hope I have a smooth birth. As natural as possible.

[@moonchild708]

i hope you update when you have your baby! hope all goes well!

[@AC-iw5mv]

Be positive. Anything is possible. Prepare both mentally and physically.

[@jennifercooper4953]

when you started screaming I felt that in my soul and started crying. wow

[@user-zx5nj8zh2u]

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[@candacew07]

The nurse that cleaned her was so gentle 🥰 aI LOVE THAT! Most nurses are not that gentle at all 😡

[@faenordstrom1281]

It seems scary that it’s so rough sometimes, but it’s to stimulate baby to make sure they cry and pop their lungs open. Warm dry stimulate ! -love a healthcare worker

[@katrinaavila3859]

This was so beautiful, thank you for sharing it with us. I cried for you when you were pushing and I cried with you when you held her. All the feels! You have the most beautiful baby girl. 💕

[@HealthNutNutrition]

thank you for the virtual support xo

[@letitbe9871]

Girl I don’t even know you & im so proud of you. What an incredible gift ! I love how supportive your husband was, so precious. Thank you for sharing Sages story !

[@dodgyhida7914]

Well done mama… and well done Dad! Giving support, water and giving light touch and counter pressure. What an amazing birth partner 🥰

[@brittney5800]

You literally brought tears to my eyes. This was so amazing. I feel like I want to give birth naturally now more than ever. Hopefully I can be a champ and stick it out!

[@colleenross8752]

Even if you don't end up having a natural birth, you're still a champ

[@Noonecares3203]

Oh man I really cried when she came out. Congratulations on your absolutely beautiful baby. 💕 Mama you were amazing

[@savvybaby6267]

I know this was awhile ago and you probably might not read any more if the comments but I’d just like to say that I can’t stop crying right now. That was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen in a birth video. Your energy your confidence and your love for your beautiful baby girl was just something I couldn’t hold in the tears for. I’m currently pregnant with my baby girl and I could never be as strong as you.

[@napnaps7393]

Literally my tears streaming down when you was in the bath! I found out 2 days ago we are expecting our first, your video is beautiful! Thank you for sharing ❤️