More babies, home birth, iron, pain | Answering your Questions!

As I am anticipating the birth of our eighth child any day now, I sat down to answer some of your questions about how my pregnancy has been going, my plans for birth, and how we are preparing for baby number eight!
In this episode, I’m answering:
- Will we have more kids after this?
- What were my previous births like?
- How am I planning for this home birth?
- Did we find out the gender this time?
- Has this pregnancy been different from the rest?
- Am I taking iron?
- How do I handle afterbirth pains?
- Were my girl and boy pregnancies different?
- Do I nurse on demand or on a schedule?
- Where will my older kids be when the baby is born?
- What would I tell my first-time pregnant self?
- What kinds of tests do I have while pregnant?
- Do we have a list of names for this baby?
- How long do I nurse my babies and how do I wean?
- What do I love so much about the Bradley method?
- How do I survive the first trimester with so much on my plate?
- What do I do with my placenta after birth?
- Do I drink raw milk while pregnant?
- Have I ever been close to having a C-section?
- How do I space my babies?
- What do I eat when experiencing food aversions?
- Do I still use cloth diapers?
- Do I get stretch marks?
- Why do I choose home birth over hospital birth?
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[@barblundgren498]

40 years ago, fully insured, working for a major university, there was zero support for home birth and yet hospital birth made no sense to me. I hit the library and bookstores and discovered what I needed: Rahima Baldwin’s book and Mothering Magazine. I didn’t care what it cost me (insurance wouldn’t pay), homebirth was the safest option. That first homebirth changed my life as it caused me to ask myself “I wonder what else they were wrong about?” All my babies were born at home and with minimal midwife involvement during the pregnancies. So happy.

[@EveryPeachInReach]

Good for you. ❤️

[@Simplefarmhouselife]

Thanks for sharing!

[@servantwarrior880]

👏

[@jenniferdobransky5240]

Mothering magazine was everything to me! I still have many old copies because I loved it so much! I also used a midwife and I am so grateful to them for their patience while my baby to arrive in her own time!!

[@Schnooks83]

I found the book Spiritual Midwifery by Ina May Gaskin when I first started college. I was 14 years from my first pregnancy but her whole attitude resonated with me. I did not give birth at home but I did have midwives for both of my babies. No drugs. Best choice ever.

[@duaneroth1525]

I had my first baby at 37 and 5th baby at 45. My pregnancies and deliveries were good. For the record! :) Judy

[@saras8446]

Wow! That’s amazing!

[@cindygaudet1390]

My daughter tried for yrs and at 43 has a 4.5 yr old and just 2. She would like one more.

[@livingthedreamhomesteading7692]

Thanks for sharing. It gives me hope that I may be able to have a baby one day even though I'm getting close to pass prime.

[@jenniferdavis6608]

Wow! You are so fortunate. When I was 37 I had a placenta abruption at 40 weeks + 1 day. She died. The following year I lost our son at 28 weeks 5 days also to placenta abruption, then 2 second trimester miscarriages the following year , then another placenta abruption at 36 weeks at age 40.

[@LaborofLovesHomestead]

This gives me hope!!

[@jenniferfegel8665]

I became a mother through adoption. I was never able to get pregnant. But I still enjoy listening to you talk about birthing and pregnancy! Thanks for sharing!

[@accountingwithteacherphath8616]

I want to adopt my second baby

[@oldmandixon]

I recently had my sixth baby just a month before my 48th birthday. I'm also a grandmother of two with two married daughters and there are thirteen years between my last two kids. Granted she was a huge surprise and I assumed I was entering menopause and took a pregnancy test only to "confirm" my suspicions, lol. I'm having so much fun with this baby however, that I want another one.😂Praise God my pregnancy was completely normal and I was able to have a midwife/homebirth and my baby is also completely healthy. So, you never know, you just might have ten more.😂

[@SpecialgiftsLA]

Wow, thanks for sharing, I am 49 and believe that if G-d wants to bless me with a family he will. Who was with you in the home birth, it's very uncommon to do homebirth in Israel, Im from uk and know that its quite encouraged. Hope I am blessed soon.

[@oldmandixon]

@@SpecialgiftsLA I'm blessed to be in an area in the USA that has a lot of midwives. They told me of a woman who recently had a baby at 51 or 52 and she conceived naturally. I'll pray for you.

[@rachaeloverman7848]

Wow awesome! ❤

[@carolyn683]

God sent you a little surprise blessing 😊

[@merislopez722]

@@oldmandixonMay i ask what area is it please? Thanks

[@brittanykeith9561]

I never thought I would want more than 2ish kids...now after 3 I can understand not truly feeling that you want to stop after several...every kid I keeps saying well maybe after this one...and each time I'm like...nahhh I want another :) so glad there are strong Christian families that wanna have all the babies 😍😍 our world needs em!!

[@fainafaina1940]

What matters is how we bring up our children and not the quantity. I think if a mother is an organized person who is ready to devote her time and love her kids, she can have any amount she wants. But if she gives birth every year as a habit or she just loves being pregnant, I think she should over think her life.

[@rebeccaknudsen6190]

@fainafaina1940 Lisa's children are really well behaved and educated as well as all helpful even the smallest children. Children should help in a family setting it helps them know they have great value! She also loves being with her children ALL the time! That's a good sign she's doing it correctly!

[@fainafaina1940]

@@rebeccaknudsen6190 That's good for her and the kids!

[@cass3561]

I hope you can answer me Brittany- how was having a third baby? 0 to 1 I struggled a lot, 1 to 2 was a breeze, but my second is such an easy baby, this definitely helped with the transition. People often say 2 to 3 hard so I am kinda afraid of it hahahahaha right now we have a routine, everything on the day just flows, I really want a third but when I think of the transition I get kinda scared

[@mollymay8998]

I have to pause to comment about how beautifully and gracefully answered the first question. When do you ever hear such an optimistic answer to that question and an openness to the will of God? Not often, in my experience. Even though it is a super personal question, you didn't overshare too. Classy is the word that comes to mind. Thanks so much for your positivity and I feel really encouraged! I will pray for a smooth delivery for you.

[@lil-al]

What does having babies have to do with the will of gods? If you and your partner are fertile and have unprotected sex, you are likely going to get pregnant. People of all religions and none have babies, and it does not require any input from your particular imaginary friend.

[@lynettestrickland1688]

So nice to see your openess to new life. I had #6,7 and 8 when I was 39-nearly 46 years old. I felt honored that God blessed us with more children at my “advanced maternal age.” Many blessings on your family💕

[@veritatis7114]

I had 5 miscarriages between #6 to #7 due to hypothyroidism (a 10 year gap between these 2) I finally got my tsh low and Armor thyroid increased and had my 7th child at home at 2 weeks shy of 47 yrs. I ceased women functions at 55. I only regret not having more children.

[@ashb2404]

With my 3rd... Getting in the car really slowed it down... I waited as long as I was comfortable with, but in the car it really kinda stopped. We lived very close... By the time we got into labor and delivery and they hooked me up they were barely picking up contractions... About 25 min of lying there I got a super strong one and it was off to the races from there... I was 6 cm when I arrived at the hospital... The hospital was a lot different. I had my first 2 babies 15 and 10 years before my 3rd, all in the hospital but the 3rd was a night and day difference.

[@Simplefarmhouselife]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@mountainmama7155]

Wow! What a blessing to bear children well into your 40's! I'm 40, and pregnant! I wouldn't be sad if I had a couple more!

[@cathiwim]

I have had two clients in the past year who were each 45, and had great pregnancies, and home births!

[@lizshearer7846]

Thank you for welcoming #8. I am #8. I was born when mom was 44. How I miss seeing all the large families I grew up with. Actually, 8 was a medium family on my block. The doctor down the street had 14.

[@carolyn683]

I'm number 10!. And loved it

[@jylnoll7585]

I love this.

[@ericachacon8337]

I'm so glad you're speaking on wanting privacy during birth. People act like that's so strange, but personally, I think it's bizarre to have your entire extended family in the birthing room. I'm early in my 2nd pregnancy (~5-6wks) & honestly, nothing sounds more amazing than giving birth on my own (but with reliable assistance, standing by). When I'm uncomfortable I have no desire to be touched or have a conversation, no matter how much I might love that person.

[@rachaeloverman7848]

Amen sister

[@mr83961]

Yes! That also amazes me when I see that on tv, like its normal to have family come in and out of the birthing room. I couldnt imagine... im from the Netherlands, home birthing is a normal option here though quite a few choose a hospital (though that still can be private with just your midwife). Midwives here are quite highly educated and they can perform several medical actions. I had all 3 of my children at home, the 2nd even with just my husband as she was so fast the midwife was too late ;). You can have as much or little medical intervention as you want, its really up to you when you don't have complications.

[@LouieKaboom]

Nothing wrong either way. Different strokes for different folks!

[@sarahdrury2729]

Turned 40 in November and delivered my 5th. 2 days before I delivered I had a vein burst and lost 1 pint of blood on the floor. So thankful for EMS and vascular surgery. We named our girl Vivians which means life!

[@Simplefarmhouselife]

Congratulations! So glad you and baby are good!

[@SkySilver777]

im sorry but im just wondering what do you mean burst? did you get cut? ive been having some vascular issues since my 4th pregnancy, im now pregnant with my 5th and this is something that worries me.

[@sacredmommyhood]

I love it so much when other large family moms are open to more babies. I was exactly like you....after each baby, I just never felt done. We were blessed with twelve children. I had #11 at 42 and #12 at 46. I am 50 now and would still welcome another baby. Haha! But thankfully, we are enjoying our 12 grandchildren (so far), so the babies keep coming...which my husband and I absolutely love!!! Family gatherings are just so much fun. Can't wait to "meet" your new little one soon! Blessings!

[@sacredmommyhood]

As far as gender, we never found out until the last two. Our older girls convinced us to do it differently for the last two. lol We have nine girls and three boys.

[@gwenewing6837]

Me too

[@Jenny-ls7hf]

How can 2 parents (at least 1 of whom works full time) give enough individualized and undivided attention to 12 children? Where’s the quality time? Are the older ones treated as little parents, deprived of their own free childhood?

[@mountainmama7155]

I'm 40 years old, and 3rd trimester with our 12th! It's hard work, but I love my large family!

[@sabrinanicoara4797]

How has having some many children impacted your body? I would love to have many children and am wondering long term how the body takes it

[@amirah2152]

@@sabrinanicoara4797I’m also interested

[@brooketeague4985]

Thanks for sharing with women that birth doesn’t have to be scary! Women are designed for bearing children…a healthy mama and baby belong at home. Birth is simple really. Sometimes it doesn’t go well but that is so rare. Getting ready to prepare for our 4th baby freebirth at home hopefull6!

[@LorenePierce-xy3hp]

Wow, Lisa, this is so, so true! I am 71. My first child was born when I was 22. It was still a very much “don’t ask, just let the dr and hospital take care of it” society. That was 1974. Two things I was sure of - I wanted an epidural (I thought) and I wanted to breast feed. I paid extra money to go to the only dr who did epidurals, only to find out when I got to the hospital that my dr was “out of town” and I had to have the dr on call. Saddle block - a shot on each side of the vagina. I went out cold about 15 mins later. I didn’t wake up until my daughter was already 6 hours old and had been given a bottle in the nursery. It was a nightmare. With my second, in 1977, at least I was able to have her Lamaze. No meds. But still not as much control as I wanted. Women and babies were abused in those days by both drs and hospitals. Very black period of time in the medical community in my opinion.

[@ashjankins960]

Wow! Thank you for sharing that! I’m so sorry that was your time & experience. ❤Makes me appreciate this time, even more.

[@WalkWithFaith7]

Wow thanks for sharing! That is wild. So sorry you went through that 😢God bless ❤

[@lisagrafton2529]

My mom had nine children, one set of twins, and she was sedated for all of them! Her last one was in 1972!

[@alicewilliams9301]

So sorry for your experience! When I was in nursing school I remember looking at my ob nursing textbook and thinking that the pudendal or saddle blocks would be the best option, mistakenly thinking that the emergence was the most painful thing. Then I had my first baby two years later and realized that whoever came up with those must not have had children. Uterine contractions would not be affected at all, and that's the real pain. I'm so grateful I learned to relax and ride the waves. Now I look forward to labor, every time!

[@growinggenerationshomestea516]

I have had 7 97'-2017'....they still abuse its very hard to have a voice before and then the know that very vulnerable time to pressure you and gaslight you. I can't imagine what you went through, thank you for sharing. I honestly don't feel you can be in control unless you homebirth. Lisa's births are so impowering just to hear

[@irishnunna]

I’m # 7 of 12. I feel like smaller families have more time with each child. Not judging anyone just speaking from my own personal experience. I really enjoy your channel.

[@Iou655]

I was one of 2 children and my parents didn’t spend time with me. I don’t believe it’s about how big your family is. I have 6 children and I’m very intentional about spending special time with them and being there for them

[@irishnunna]

@@Iou655 My parents spent time with us…as much time as they could between 12 children, they were Amazing parents. Sorry your parents didn’t spend anytime with you.

[@AA-gu4mw]

I think it’s quality of time vs quantity. I was spaced 5 years in between siblings and felt so alone growing up. I hardly have memories of being with my mom growing up.

[@nancyfarkas3592]

My sister has 7 and they always spend time with each one. You have to make the time. Whether you have one or 12

[@irishnunna]

I’m speaking from a child’s point of view, my personal experiences, not a Parents point of view. Everyone have a great rest of your week,

[@ribbonriver]

May your labor and delivery be surrounded by angels of protection! You are so precious!

[@MrsDebBee]

I am my mother’s 8th child, she was 38 yrs old when I was born. I was the only child born in the hospital. My grandmother had 14 pregnancies. Two sets of twins. My mother and her twin was my grandmother’s last pregnancy. My grandmother was 44 at the time. All born at home. This is the way it was done.

[@patriciacorpe6228]

I may said many woman did died in child birth at home for years but things have gotten better I will say only 3 years ago a lady at Church died in home birth of her 5 th child the baby did live. Very sad she never had a problem with her other births.

[@Abiding.Farmhouse]

Praying for a safe delivery and healthy baby and mama! ❤

[@bifurcation1531]

You know what, my grandma had 8 babies and varicose veins. She had Thema removed when she was already over 80 years old. They were so bad that she was asked to present her case at the med school. So, one of the med school students asked her: "why didnt you get them removed years ago"? And she was like: "Young man, my husband lost his leg in WW2 (he was a German soldier), I had to take care of 8 babies and then I had 14 grandchildren. I just did not have time!" And then she got standing ovations from all the med students. You remind me of her, Lisa.

[@The123missmary]

Love these videos! Thank you Lisa for always sharing with us!

[@deannajunkin3696]

I love this! I had five babies between 2002-14. I did everything conventionally. My oldest daughter is married, and when she gets pregnant, she plans to prepare for a natural birth. I will definitely recommend those books you suggested! The younger generation of women want better!

[@juliannepeterson1809]

My babies have always nursed and latched great and yet I have toe-curling pain the first month of nursing. This last time I used silver nipple shields in between nursing sessions and I can't even explain to you the difference it made!! It was incredible.

[@Ray-pt5bi]

Those things are great. Every lactating mother should have those

[@rosie52111]

Looking forward to listening to your birth story ❤️ Preparing for my 4th home birth, so it’s encouraging to hear other momma’s journey. Prayers for safe and smooth delivery.

[@oliviarose9647]

Thank you so much for sharing! Whether it's baby #1 or #16, people LOVE baby stories and vlogs! We appreciate learning about the pregnancy, and the upcoming birth - so exciting!! :)

[@tonyamcnamara8441]

Enjoyed hearing your story about your birth story . Hope your labor and delivery goes smoothly! May God be with you !

[@elizabethgilbert5142]

We love the bradley method! Ive used their relaxation techniques for all 5 of our babies!

[@103Catherine]

Love that you enjoy a lot of kids.That''s makes one of the enjoyable videos .It's nice to see them run around and learning new things.Teaching about nature, and family.And that your willing to share that you don't mind have more.

[@pamjohns1520]

Praying you are already holding that sweet baby boy in your arms following a quick and uneventful labor🙏💙

[@emilyharlin-hanson3707]

GOOD LUCK!!!!! Sending prayers and love!!!!!

[@rachelmcguire9037]

This was a great video!! Thank you for sharing, Lisa! I'm due with our first baby in October and planning a natural birth. I've worked with midwives and as a midwife assistant for about the past 4 years and really appreciate everything you shared. Praying for another healthy home birth for you! I've loved listening to all of your birth story videos in the past. 💕

[@kathrynvanraes9929]

I always love your content, but especially your birth, baby, and postpartum content because it is so accurate, minimalistic and low pressure. I am currently 28 weeks pregnant with our third earthside baby after two losses in a row and I can't wait for our hopefully third homebirth, baby wearing, co-sleeping, breastfeeding journey. Praying for a safe delivery and healing postpartum to you and your baby. ❤️

[@kathleenroberts7972]

Great job Lisa! Loved hearing all you said.wishing you a speedy recovery!,can't wait to see your new love and hearing his name.

[@TheZMom_Emmelia]

I'm 37 with 9 babies. I think you still have around ten more years of possible fertility.

[@susanclair8623]

That's awesome. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us.

[@ktpieallen]

I’m 35 weeks high risk with my third. I love when you make baby/birth videos.

[@juliebower4265]

Great advice and chat Lisa you are so knowledgeable of course 🤩

[@becca.carroll]

Lisaaaaa!!! Asking God to bless you guys with sunny days and thankful hearts at the arrival of this baby!! 💙🩵

[@TheDawn0310]

I have to agree, so much has changed with childbirth. I wish I had known 30 years ago what I know now. My daughter has had 2 home births and I birth center birth and I have been her Doula and am so blessed to have walked these pregnancies and births with her. I wish everyone could do a home birth.

[@robiniapseudoacacia3]

Love hearing your stories and opinions. No one should ever feel offended by what other people choose especially for the heath of them and their families. I have had all of my 2 so far children born at home. I was also born at home. I feel blessed that my mom was such an inspiration to me to live a natural life.

[@rachellebrooke4614]

Such a valuable podcast! I absolutely loved it! I’m sure it was so hot so thank you for bringing this to us listeners. I’m praying for your birth (if it hasn’t already happened yet)

[@Unforgettablebirth]

I'm so excited to hear your birth story! I'm a birth photographer/ videographer & I love listening & chatting about all things pregnancy birth, which is why I ended up creating a KZbin for that reason! I just had my 1st home birth (4th baby) in April, the other 3 were water births at a birth center & I definitely went back and listened to all of your birth stories again 😅 ❤

[@Alicet2323]

I love all your wisdom Lisa. I’m watching this while my 6 month old baby naps on me. He’s my first and although I always dreamed of a home birth, when the time came I ended up going the conventional route and agreed to an induction. It was a lot for my body and I ended up hemorrhaging severely after I gave birth and was in the ICU for a couple days. I dream of a large family and hope and pray I can have a natural, unmedicated, no intervention birth next pregnancy Lord willing. I wish you the BEST of luck with baby #8.

[@mt1885]

hey girl- loved the talk! You are one strong woman. You are an inspiration to so many. I am praying for your home birth. You go girl😘😉

[@lorimcmichael5846]

Hi Lisa, I hope you have a wonderful experience this tome as well! Take care!

[@emochalova777]

Thank you for sharing, Lisa!❤ I was looking forward to that podcast :) Have a wonderful and happy birth with your 8th baby!❤💫

[@alisongreen7382]

You live a very blessed and beautiful life. I watch you and Laura and if I had a “do over” (almost 61) I’d love to live and raise my family the way you two do. Your lives seem so peaceful. I know there’s lots of noise with the kids, but that’s the best kind!! ❤

[@DarleneDeSilva]

Love how you have taken life’s lessons and now do it your way for home birth. Blessings on you and this next little guys birth day.

[@tblanks2012]

I second the Bradley method! My first birth I did no research and ended up with lots of pain and complications with my 2nd I took your advice about research and relaxing through the contractions and had a wonderful birth experience! Labored at home for 6 hours and 3 at the hospital no epidural and pushed for less than 5mins no tearing or complications whatsoever and was able to go home the next day!

[@alexandrabeicht1719]

I wish you a safe delivery and an amazingly good health to the baby and you! All the best from Germany!

[@justinefox9152]

I’m a moth of 4 but you’re inspiring me to have more little arrows! Totally experienced the low iron thing so good to know you just take a supplement right away 🙌🏼

[@stephaniedidonato134]

THANK YOU for taking about group b strep. It’s good to know that there are at least options. I had it with my first baby and absolutely hated the process of getting antibiotics. I pray you have a healthy smooth peaceful delivery of your baby boy!

[@sarahzuzik915]

Praying that you have an easy and quick labor and delivery ❤

[@wandagordon6453]

My girls are 36 & 33. Thankfully both were born while my husband was in the military. Because I’m not a fan of needles, I did not have pain meds with either one. Only went through birthing class with the first and learned to control my breathing. My girls think I was nuts for doing that. Praying that you have a wonderful and easy home birth Lisa. Can’t wait to see the newest member of the Bass family! God bless y’all! 😀❤️

[@justinephelps3639]

Love this. I have a unique perspective having had 3 natural births in 3 different settings. The 1st at a birthing inn, 2nd at the hospital, 3rd at home. Home was by FAR the most positive experience. There was literally no down side to it. You said it- not having to get in the car and get somewhere while in labor makes such a difference. Getting to settle back into your own bed after delivery is so great. Total advocate of it if a person’s circumstances allow for it. Was wonderful. ❤

[@christineabercrombie5257]

TOTALLY agree Lisa! Thank you so much for sharing! I did NO prep at all. Only neonatal class said contractions would be like period pains. I had a serious medical issue I knew nothing about and ended up after 16 hours of Labour (and 2 epidurals) having a CS and emergency other surgery. If I had actually known what to expect I could have avoided all of that and had a totally different wonderful experience. I think it’s amazing that you girls share your stories so that mums now will know what options are available, what to expect etc. thank you!

[@heatheryoung9949]

My babies are 20 and 23 years old, I wish I had known all of this information back then. Lisa, I pray you have a wonderful homebirth, I pray you have a healthy baby boy!

[@belieftransformation]

Thanks for sharing! I’m praying that you have a wonderful, healthy birth experience 🤗💗🇨🇦

[@cathynorris1946]

Praying you have another positive birth experience with no complications.

[@emilyalbers5895]

Thank you for speaking about your experience. I feel like we are twins! I’m 37 this year and have 7 kids. My husband and I started having kids at 21 and have had an open hand, as you say, with children from the Lord. I’m very relaxed when raising my kids and love to feed them the best foods. I had 2 hospital births, 2 birth centers, and now 3 home. My labors are usually “easy”. Anyway, I love seeing what you are up to and your talks are very encouraging. I’m at a point where I don’t want to be pregnant again, but I also don’t want to miss out on any blessings. It’s so hard to give up your body and time again and again. But you are helping change my heart about it(again!). Thanks! Love your channel.

[@MoonFlower52798]

Wow... I loved this episode! I wish I had had more information available to me when my 3 boys were born in 1989/91/94. Things would've been SO different! I was 17 (and married) when I was pregnant with my first, so I was naive about birth plans, etc. I had nearly every intervention possible. Including a C-section. Under duress, I agreed to the C-section bc my mom "couldn't handle" MY pain and SHE told the doctor "I don't care HOW you get this baby outta her, just get him out!" At that exact moment, the Doc asked me if it was okay to do the C- section, to which I said,"I don't care, " so he took me in for emergency surgery. My hubby told me years later that my mom wouldn't hardly let HIM in the room while I was in labor. (I had no clue at the time!) I know! I'm just as dumbfounded as you! Smh at my mom... Anyways............... I'm sure I've been the one to ask mothers of multiple children, "Is this your last one?" "Are you having any more?" BUT, after following your channel and listening to moms who have had multiple children and realizing that God is the One to decide how many children we have.... I just wish I had realized that WAY back when I had my last child. I felt back then that many people kept asking me if I was gonna get my tubes tied. If this was my last one, etc etc etc. (To which I must admit....I let THEM convince me that I didn't need any more children and I got my tubes tied at the very young age of 23. 😢) It grieves me to no end that I made that decision and didn't let God be the One to decide that. And now I find it incredibly insensitive to ask that question to moms. It's almost like saying, "You should quit having kids!" Well, It's really no ones business, but you and your spouse's! For real. Just be happy for them!! Babies are such a sweet blessing from The Lord, and I couldn't imagine life without my 3 boys! I only wish I'd not taken the option away. It still grieves me to this day, at 52 years old...😢 So, please, ladies, don't let others pressure you into making a decision that you just may forever regret.

[@Simplefarmhouselife]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@growinggenerationshomestea516]

I had my tunes tied at 23 after my 4th premature baby. My oldest was 3. I got a reversal with Dr Richard Levin out of Louisville KY at 30, I had my 5th at 31 and 2 more. He was only able to fix one tube as the other was burned to far into my uterus. I had #8 a year after my 7th but MC very early.

[@growinggenerationshomestea516]

I'll add my oldest turned 20 9 months after my 7th was born

[@janicerhoades8851]

MoonFlower I also regretted my decision to have my tubes tied. They ask me when I was 8 months pregnant and I had a 13 month old baby and a 4 year old. It is not the time to make that decision. I even went to a specialist to see if I could have it reversed. Only to find out I needed a hysterectomy . I mourned my womanhood for months. We have a 16 , 10 year old grandsons. Expecting another grandson in January. This is a miracle baby my son is 40 and this is their first baby. His wife is 30. After two failed IVF this baby is a blessing.

[@ilzitek2419]

You are amazing. I admire you for managing to do what you do.

[@Natalie-rj7uz]

Congrats!!! I am 36.5 weeks right now with baby #8!!! We live in Japan and we get a lot of questions and looks about having a large family!

[@judgmentaltoast]

You are so inspiring ! Thank you so much for your wisdom and your example. I really enjoy your channel 💚💚

[@suen4741]

Wish you all the best Lisa with this one. ❤

[@paigereinhart5445]

Oh my - YES to the Bradley Method! I've had 3 successful Bradley births. I strongly recommend the class to everyone. I so wish every first-time parent would take this class! Even if you decide the 'method' doesn't work for you, the amount of knowledge you learn about childbirth is priceless.

[@AM-bm2xw]

Even since my first, 7 years ago, the "system" has gotten quite a bit more natural and letting the mothers choose things. I showed up for my 38 week check up last week and the OB asked me if I wanted my cervix checked, which surprised me, because with my other 2 (age 5 & 7) it was just standard procedure to get checked weekly at 37 weeks. And I have heard that the hospital now is really accommodating of different birthing positions, etc. Although I live in Canada, I feel like interventions were never pushed on me the same as some other stories I've heard. However, I opted out of the Gestational Diabetes test and TDAP, and there was some minor push back from that early on.

[@missloretta]

Yay! We're due date twins! I'm 39 weeks right now too! You look great! Definitely glowing!

[@lydiastewart2032]

This has been such a helpful Q&A! I'm expecting my third and plan to use the Bradley method for the first time. My first was an epidural and second a failed epidural. I just want to have more control and be mentally prepared this time around. Thanks for all the tips!

[@PearlWilliams1]

I had my first child at 23 and my last at 38. I have 4 girls and soon will have my 10 th grandchild. I had varicose veins show up in one leg as well. I am soon to be 65 and unless I look down I don't know I have them .The Dr.'s always told me if they don't bother you ,leave them alone. I stood on my feet with most of my pregnancies' ,I owned my own business and was a hairstylist .I so enjoy your channel and it keeps me informed about all the changes of rearing children. One thing I will tell you as I tell my four girls take care of your pelvic floor!!

[@MaryMary-yz5gv]

Wonderful video, Lisa! I am so happy for you and your family. I work for a medical doctor who specializes in nutrition science. A rare find, I know! Heme iron from liver etc. can actually pass right through us. This is not medical advice, but info for maybe next time or something you can look into: consuming iron from foods like pumpkin seeds, chickpeas, and lentils, and pairing them with vitamin-c rich foods in the same meal can help boost absorption. Also do not consume coffee or tea with those meals, as they prevent the iron absorption. God bless.

[@kmr8139]

I have been binge watching your content the last few days !!!!! Sending love to you from Toronto Canada! ❤

[@kaylachittum1759]

Love hearing all of this info my mom had me via Bradley method and like you my first hospital birth was traumatic so we chose a midwife for our second birth and the experience was absolutely phenomenal and so different! I can’t even wrap my head around ever going back to an OBGYN type birth!

[@tonyajudd4570]

I'm so excited for you and this sweet baby that's coming soon.All of your children are blessing to all that watch your videos.Dont want to forget dad he's the one that takes care of all of you.❤

[@mariaameliapina5339]

God bless your family for saying yes to all the children God has to give you! For sure your will get a crown in heaven!My mom had her baby number 9 and last baby at 41. All at home just like you.

[@debwinfrey]

We got a surprise blessing baby when I was 44 😊 best kid of the bunch!!

[@petro3441]

We pray everything will go fine🙏🙏

[@lisastout8013]

Totally depends on the provider and the hospital attitude for sure as far as what interventions they "encourage" and not. Very important to have those conversations before hand.

[@LouieEB7]

I'm 37 as well, expecting #7 in October! Our 6th boy as well. Our teen daughter was a little disappointed. My last birth was intervention free home birth, not a single cervical check, it was great! First time no Pitocin or epidural. This baby is a planned hospital birth due to finances, insurance will cover most but I'm praying about whether or not I should go ahead and switch to home birth again despite the cost. I really would prefer not to deliver in the hospital even though I'm with a great group of midwives who promote natural birth, offer water birth, etc. The first midwife I saw in the practice said she had 2 home births herself and wanted to know why I wasn't going that route again! I just might, how much more relaxing it was to not have to go to the hospital!! How exciting it is for baby 8 joining you soon!! I pray you have a smooth birth!

[@sueleeg3215]

Such a great video. I'm sure some of your advice has calmed some expectant Moms. I pray that you have an easy birth and baby boy is healthy. Just love listening to you.

[@KayliJoya]

Your sister was just blessed. Most hospitals are not like that at all I gave birth in hospital. I have a lot of mom friends and doula and midwife friends who are naturally minded and they all struggle with hospital births.

[@ruthturkington1736]

Praying 🙏🏻 for a safe delivery of your latest blessing from God!

[@justme2059]

I had my last child at 37. Oh boy was the entire pregnancy 100x more painful-ligaments, sciatica, varicose veins…I had my first at 18. It’s a lot different as we get older. I wish I could have had a home birth however the only midwife is 100 miles away, one way. All of mine they induced me with. They told me I was high risk because of my “age”. Thank you for talking about this!

[@reginawaite8634]

May God bless you for your generosity and willingness to accept His will by loving the babies He's given you!! Praying for your health, happiness, and for a safe delivery ❤️

[@brittanykeith9561]

We need more of these just Lisa hours ❤ just love em

[@karenpaslak]

Such a nice episode. I had my last two daughters around your last two births. I strongly desire another baby but hubby says he's not up to it😢. Anyways hearing this episode brought back all the feels. I used the Bradley method in my last birth and it was a game changer! Congratulations and thank-you for sharing.

[@tabitha9890]

My mom had 12 children. My older brother was the 8th, and she named him David. King David in the bible was the 8th born. I thought that was cool she did that. Praying for a safe home birth! 🙏

[@user-yq1sn5mi6v]

First time mom here (29 weeks)... I SOOOOOO appreciate this video. Thank You! About to look if you have a postpartum essentials for mom video.

[@rhemasaginario3249]

I have been praying for you every day…good luck

[@pamfrey6785]

My birth story was about 50 years ago. My method was locating a spot to focus on then completely and breathe through the contractions.

[@JoyNoelle.]

I share you with so many people- I love you and am so Grateful for you!!! I pray the Lord be so Present in your delivery ❤ and as you know, the more babies you have the larger your uterus grows and stretches, the HARDER it has to work to shrink as to not hemorrhage and look pregnant when you’re not.

[@grandmasewhappyhomestead187]

Things have changed so much. I know I had my first one 44 yrs ago In my last one 26 yrs ago. And I noticed a big change then and now with five grandchildren oh yes. So glad they have changed things. Although I had a friend that had her first the same time. I did and her doctor letter go home after a few hours. They were really less pushy even 40 years ago. Will be praying for you to not only have a healthy delivery, healthy baby and lots of rest.

[@robinshade1]

I hope that you will welcome all the babies God wants to share with you. How wonderful your heart is to welcome so many beautiful little souls. I wish my children had the same heart towards children. May God bless you and your family ❤

[@ginnylorenz5265]

Thank you so much. I enjoyed this. The last one of my three babies was born in 1973, so it's been sweet to be taken back in my memories. I, too, used the Bradley method. Blessings to you and your family. Love from San Diego, California.

[@katiegreen7436]

I have had 4 natural births. Three of those in a hospital setting, and my last at a birth center. I'm not sure if we are done or not, but if we have another, I definitely need to look further into the Bradley method. I 100% believe in the mental preparedness. Unfortunately, I think my last birth was my hardest, but I think it was all mental! Baby #1 and #2 were hard...baby #3 was breeze to bring into the world, and I think I had inadvertently tricked my mind into thinking all my hard labors were behind me! #4 was 12ish hours, start to finish, and I only pushed 15-20 min, but MAN!! My head was not in the right place and I 100% believe that's why I had such a hard time!

[@miguelinabnasr3719]

Thanks so much for sharing! Wishing you a healthy birth!

[@EveryPeachInReach]

I love this kind of content so much. you're such an inspiration, Lisa I will be praying that you have a safe and smooth delivery with an easy postpartum.

[@Simplefarmhouselife]

Thank you so much!

[@caspencer36]

My first was in Australia in a hospital but they discouraged intervention as much as possible. Our home was six hours from the nearest hospital equipped for emergencies so I never considered a home birth and I spent the last month of my pregnancy in the city where the hospital was located. The second in a military hospital where I was given pitosen (sp?) and then something intravenous for pain where I had a reaction (mouth dry like it was full of cotton and I couldn’t focus my eyes). Seven years later I had my first home birth and another seven years later a second home birth when I was 41. My home births were amazing with a wonderful midwife ❤

[@fernandaoliveira2895]

Happy hour. God bless you and your family. ❤️‍🔥

[@szfrj]

I would love to learn more from you about motherhood!! I would love you to review the what to expect when you’re expecting book and the specific points you agree/disagree with. I was given that book not too long ago

[@buffie.ann_crochet6057]

Congratulation on the new baby!! They are a true blessing from God.