12 Things I'm Doing Different in my 2ND PREGNANCY | REGRETS from my 1st pregnancy!

[@morganellis9361]

I would recommend checking out Bridget Teyler Built to Birth course and videos. She was so relatable and encouraging to me.

[@bananaab3]

Her videos are amazing!

[@gabihuggins5042]

Yes she helped me a lot during pregnancy/labor prep too!

[@anneyesenia]

Yessss!! Agreed!

[@katelynnmonty3853]

THIS!!

[@alejandroxzavier5154]

i know it's quite randomly asking but do anyone know a good place to stream newly released movies online?

[@minsk005]

Oh my gosh when you talked about the people who say "wow you're only 4 months pregnant". I felt that! People used to comment on my belly size my whole first pregnancy. Why do people feel like pregnant women need commentary?

[@karlygonzalez5910]

people always said this to me too , I would always wanna say something smart back 😭

[@jeanne_guitton]

So true. In fact people seem to feel women in general need commentary. "You will meet the right person." "Wow, you lost a lot of weight!" "How is a girl like you still single?" "You should think about giving your mum some grandkids, you're not getting any younger!" "I just couldn't work as much as you, I value the time with my kids too much." "Wow, you are only 4 months pregnant?" "You look tired." "You sure own a lot of shoes for a minimalist." "I hear wedding bells!" "You really splurged on those baby clothes. They will only wear them for a few weeks you know." ... ... ...

[@jaegoodbrand9599]

Literally have people come up to me and say, "Wow you sure there isn't two or three in there?" 😭

[@MariaandMontessori]

@@jaegoodbrand9599 ALL THE TIME! I had a coworker notorious for this. We sat RIGHT next to each other. It wasn't twins at month 5 and it's not suddenly twins at month 8, BRIAN.

[@karlygonzalez5910]

@@jaegoodbrand9599 yess !! 😭

[@DarzRojas]

Ina May Gaskin, Guide to Childbirth is a really great book

[@Ally.Taylor]

The Ina May Breastfeeding book is good also!!

[@iamabbiejoy]

I second that!

[@LuLu-kz7pg]

Ina May's guide to childbirth is AMAZING!! GET THAT BOOK ❤️ I felt so empowered with knowledge afterward reading it.

[@mollyj9684]

I 100% agree and highly recommend it to every pregnant woman, especially if you want a more natural birth, but even if you don't, it is a great resource. Also, remember that 2nd etc babies usually come faster! For second baby, the rule is typically contractions

[@jordanwatts6237]

I think what a lot of people don't realize is that an epidural is not a guarantee! As a birth worker I've seen people not prepare and have zero coping mechanisms because they are so certain in getting an epidural, but like I said, they don't always work and aren't always an option. Its so good to prepare yourself for a natural birth even if you don't plan on having one ☺️ Sarah Lavonne and Built To Birth (Bridget Taylor) are two awesome birth workers here on KZbin!

[@marinwhiting]

Have you considered hiring a doula? I think it would help with what your #1 and #2 goals are! So excited for you and baby girl!!!

[@ExtraAKAtude]

A doula helped me soooo much!!!! Helped me mentally and get through 12 hours of unmedicated labor. To be transparent, after that I was worn out physically and received a light epidural. My midwives were fantastic as well.

[@starringbecky78]

I have no resource recommendations, but having a mantra helped me. I just kept thinking “this is only 2 minutes. I can do anything for 2 minutes” and that got me through the horrible double contractions. Once you’re ready to push it’s actually relieving! 8-10 cm is hell though. YOU CAN DO IT!

[@LucyRosee]

"Orgasmic Birth" was a life changer for me. And anything by Ina May Gaskin! It really opened my eyes and had me mentally prepared for a natural birth. I loved my natural birth 💖

[@shawtysam3194]

I had a textbook pregnancy and birth with my first. My second, i almost never went to the hospital, unless i needed to and i did an unassisted homebirth ☺️ I’m much happier with my second birth than my first. I also waited until birth to find out gender the second time

[@shawtysam3194]

I also encapsulated my placenta and hired a doula. I didn’t realize how much i did different with my two pregnancies until now

[@kaarisssa]

I HIGHLY recommend watching Bridget Teyler’s videos. She has amazing tips and knowledge on natural birth. I also recommend watching Sarah Therese tips for a natural labor video. Those two ladies helped me soo much. I don’t think I could’ve done it naturally without their tips and encouragement 🥰

[@644678]

I love the Mama Natural book and KZbin channel. Bridget Teyler channel is amazing! Her breathing techniques and videos were such an encouragement for me!

[@lilmissteesha95]

I think men prefer to name baby early so they feel a sense of connection to them given they physically can't feel them. That also happened with my husband, he wanted to call her myah as soon as we found the name because that was his way of being with her.

[@cerissas7444]

The only thing that got me without an epidural is the LORD. I cried out to Him the whole time

[@itsrachelschultz_]

Working out and focusing on my PF was something I did in my second pregnancy too! You’ll be so glad you focused on it this time around. I felt a lot stronger and had less aches and pains the second time around 💪🏻 And I did E+E too!!!

[@NicoleLottLife]

My two babies were so different, so I think preparing yourself for the newborn stage being very different is helpful BUT also understanding that you’ll figure it out and it’ll be fine lol. Maybe your second will be even easier! 🤞🏼

[@marianneroseb.2297]

I’m 23, single and I already know the name of my future daughter 😅

[@cristinaoprea5808]

After my second birth with epidural and feeling really sick after (dizzyness, worst headaches, etc), I decided to go all natural on my third one. I can't say it was easy, having a big baby, the expulsion was the hardest, but i'm proud of myself for doing it. Usually, the second birth it's easyer than the first, especially if the pregnancies are not so far apart, so I recommend epidural with the first one and trying all natural with the second. I'm thinking of going all natural with my fourth one too, so I hope it will be ok. I'll see in two months 😅.

[@CallMeKailyn]

Thank you for that last point. This is my first child and I’m due around the same time as you and I’m already constantly rolling my eyes LOL. People think they already know what’s best for my child but I’m trying to take it lightly. Thank you for this🤍

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Yes girl I’m right there with ya!!! Lol

[@Olmo603]

I recommend that you see all the possible videos of Bridget Teyler and Sarah Lavonne for a natural birth ( techniques, etc) and just believe in your body.

[@apj8381]

Yes to this! They both helped me achieve a natural birth!

[@lilmissteesha95]

I second sarah lavonne

[@emilymaybee6501]

the prints look so good!!! i love the wall!

[@emilyearnest9240]

I highly recommend taking a hypnobirthing course!

[@AlinaGhost]

Education is very powerful. It’s worth trying and doing your best then taking another step if need be. Why not right.

[@user-pf9cc3ts9i]

Kopa Birth course my hubby and I took was AMAZING - both him and I learnt everything about natural birth, how tos, how to cope, how can husband help. I followed all the tips and tricks with breathing, relaxing and got through 36 hour unmedicated bith (back labour!) and have he best memories looking back at that experience. I felt great and full of energy shortly after! Highly recommend!!

[@emilybecton7985]

Love this one! I’d HIGHLY recommend Bridget Teylors videos as well as Sarah Lavonne

[@sarahl4914]

Hey girl! I’m binge watching your pregnancy videos because I’m at my first OB appointment with my second pregnancy and so so nervous. Anyways, I saw another KZbin use hair combs to relieve contraction pain. It looks like it actually works! She would squeeze two combs one in each hand, during contractions and the counter pressure would take her mind off of the pain!

[@rachelthomas8013]

Your voice is so calming ❤️

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Aww thank you

[@hannahburchard6801]

Ina Mae’s guide to natural child birth.

[@lindyeddy8730]

If you can just get in the mindset that it’s going to be a terrible period of time, you can get through it hahaha. I had a natural birth and I just told myself to expect to be very miserable (kind of like when you have food poisoning) and it helped me get through it much faster. I know this isn’t great advice but for some reason, it helped me 🤷🏼‍♀️🤣 you can totally do it! 🥰

[@ameliasoro9456]

I highly recommend the Positive Birthing Company digital course which focuses on hypnobirthing techniques. Some of the info just relates to birthing in the U.K. but regardless a great resource! I had an unmedicated water birth at the local hospital last week and welcomed our first son 💙

[@gracemcelhone7202]

If you’re hoping for a natural birth you could look into delivering with a midwife or nurse midwife instead of an OB/GYN. Or find an OB whose care is more similar to a midwife model of care. OB/GYN’s are not trained in natural childbirths and some have never witnessed a spontaneous unassisted birth... just something to think about! congrats on the baby!

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Hey mama! I suppose I should have mentioned I am with midwives this time around! They are very supportive and knowledgeable of natural birthing while still providing the hospital setting.

[@ranitaz98]

Having to deliver your first baby alone is the worst! I’m really hoping restrictions go away cause it seriously isn’t fun at all!

[@gypsierose3611]

I have delivered three babies alone it's all in the mindset

[@micaela4404]

I love how delicate and funny you are when you talk, good luck girl, it’s gonna be a wonderful adventure and when you see your babies together, it all makes sense 💕 Love from Rome, Italy (mamma of 2 😃)

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Thanks hun!!! Appreciate the compliment and I’m so looking forward to two lil babe together 🧡 hope you and family are well!

[@MariaandMontessori]

Same boat as you. I was actually really set on natural birth the first time around and thought I was prepared (looking back, maybe not). But had to get pitocin and eventually got the epidural. Haven't thought much about what I'd do differently next time except learning more about natural birth.

[@Nicolelelagreen]

That’s a start! Seems we’re in the same boat, take a look at the comments there’s so many helpful suggestions on natural techniques and methods!

[@erikasaldana7396]

The positive birth company ! Great resource for hypnobirthing

[@karialmine4689]

Me and Riche are the same! I have such a sense of urgency about so many things, haha. We had our name picked out by month 2. My sister had an idea for her firstborn's name pretty early on, but wouldn't say for sure up until a few weeks until he was born. Same with my niece. She was deciding between two, and finally decided the week she was born. STRESSED ME OUT SO MUCH! lol!

[@sarahleahy663]

8:59 you referred to your baby as him! Must be from habit. Congrats so happy for you :)

[@adak8084]

Me (a 13 year old): continues to watch this 👁👄👁

[@kristinadklbrnsd]

I have 5 kids. Gave birth with epidural the first 3 kids, the 3rd epidural didn’t work and I had very bad lower back pain after birth, so I decided to not take epidural for the last 2 pregnancies. And natural birth was okay, my body knew when to push and i got healed way faster afterwards.

[@rosamarieee]

Keep your videos coming! I love them 😊

[@mirelisbetances5883]

I think what got me through my birth un medicated was a good doula...my doula wound up sucking BUT one of my midwives assistant was a doula! And she was amazing. I wouldn’t have been able to make it without her cues.

[@lilmissteesha95]

As i wanted a girl, i chose a boy name i loved before the gender reveal that we both agreed on so that if it was a boy i would be excited for the pregnancy and birth. And now that baby girl is here we have chosen top three male and female names for next bub whenever im pregnant next but again these names could always change.

[@kdmm7]

Hey happy girl 🥰🥰🥰 Loved this video! 🤍🤍🤍

[@0osqueakso0]

Hi Nicole ! I gave birth completely naturally to my first born in august 2020 ! My two favorites techniques were the pressure points and visualization, sorry english isn't my first language, i hope thats what these are called in english :)

[@xSpotLights]

Oh gosh I was 100% open to anything happening durintlg birth... except the natural birth I got! 😂 My son came out too quick to have the epidural, oh well ahah!

[@luzarnebotha9071]

Can we just talk about your hair? 👀 😍

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Oooooo tank youuu

[@Lexgetintoit]

Ina May Gaskin. Pretty much any of her books. Writing birth affirmations also helped. I spent weeks reading then, when I was actually in labor I knew them by heart so I didn’t need to read them.

[@maccoward]

Love this mate! You are looking so good 😍

[@kellyleber7657]

Girl, take a DEEP breath 🤣🤣🤣

[@Nicolelelagreen]

LOLLLL was out of of breath here and maybe even hyper from coffee??!??

[@TheKarakik]

I liked having the name as I felt he needed a name even before birth, but I see both ways

[@brendamajalca9775]

Gotta love those unnecessary comments about the bump. Lol I accidentally let a bad word slip out when a family member asked if I was having twins 🙄. Rhymes with witch 🤣

[@1234csh]

Your baby your birth book is a great one for hypnobirthing

[@nicolew8147]

are you going to do the whole 1 year series of the baby girl’s development like you did with Jace? (the every month videos of how he’d changed)

[@hangtru0812]

FTM & 39wks.. I said if our baby was a girl imma be in trouble! And God said lookie, you're having a girl! 😅 There's sooo much more things for them 🙈. And we're waiting to see what she looks like for her name 🧡.

[@dynamicdanya]

I love watching your videos and see Jace getting taller. Your faith stories really encourage me to go back and do my devotions. I did natural birth with our first boy. It took FOREVER to meet him but it was so worth it. My husband got to participate the whole time which made our relationship so much deeper than ever. Come watch my birth vlog! :) Turn on Eng sub❤️

[@MrsTurner]

Check out the book Ina May’s guide to childbirth, it helps so much with the headspace and possibilities of an I medicated birth.

[@jordynferrari4161]

I highly recommend Ina May’s guide to childbirth! It was instrumental in helping me mentally prepare for my natural home birth!

[@mckenziehenderson7954]

I seriously believe the only reason I was able to birth my baby without medication was because of @bridget Teylor channel!

[@pamestoque3842]

Hello from the Philippines Nicole and fam :) I have a question, being a Christian, is it a must or adviceable asking the Lord for the name of your baby girl?

[@Mrsfrenchi]

You’re so cute Nicole! ☺️ Mashaa Allah!

[@raeiac8205]

Ina May's Guide to Childbirth, Holy Labor, and Husband-Coached Childbirth (The Bradley Method) are all wonderful books that were recommended to me!

[@katiem4635]

Love your videos! Where did you get your dining room table?

[@meghankelie2107]

Your hair 😍

[@lindseysaez2758]

LOL my husband was the same way with the name!!! The same exact thing happened to us!

[@nellagonzalez8480]

With my first pregnancy I went to the hospital way too soon because I didn’t know how the pain from the contractions were going to be so with my second pregnancy I didn’t go until I couldn’t take the pain anymore

[@Limani87]

I was focused on natural birth plan with my first (6yrs ago) then everything went the opposite.. I wasn't prepared for c-section, I didn't think I'd struggle to breastfeed and I told friends and family about baby name possibilities 🙈🙉 . I only packed for 2/3 days my husband had to go home pick up more clothes and do more shopping 🙈🙉 Now I'm 30weeks with rainbow baby no2 with no birth plan, prepared for anything I can control and then let god,doctors and midwives do their jobs..🙏

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Thanks for the honesty love!!! I def think an open mind is the MOST important thing because truly anything can happen! Congrats on your new pregnancy and praying all goes well!

[@alexism1127]

Look up the Bradley method. Heard a lot about it.

[@DarzRojas]

Lol what you said about people just thinking they can say whatever they want when they see a pregnant woman 😏😄🤷‍♀️ although I didn't experience that personally with my babe thankfully

[@sydneym2341]

Take the built to birth ecourse!!!!

[@angiea.6751]

Girl, I labored at home to long and almost had the baby in the hallway at the hospital when I got there!

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Oh Lordy, hahaha my biggest fear!!!

[@sabrinamartinez474]

I had vaginal with bothFIRST WITH EPIDURAL second I did get epidural but it was completely not worked it finished right when active labor happened pretty much natural birth and it hurt so bad but to be a honest I would have rather done a water birth because its true it feels very dry doing it on a hospital bed . like I was dying but it last not long . No joke after I was so pain relieved and granted I was no longer feeling the ring of fire but u can do it for sure if u have a great support . I didn’t intend to be brave enough to do it without but that’s just how I had to plus the nurses did not want to give me more epidural

[@amnaalkaabi8800]

I have three kids without medication and the last one i tell them i want but it was fastest delivery for me and no time for it 😓 and now i want it so bad and i wash to take it 🥲

[@hannahharris8144]

I would also be cautious of laboring at home only because things in your body change quite a lot when you begin to labor and it’s very reassuring to have the baby being monitored! If the baby’s heart rate begins to drop suddenly, then they can quickly intervene in the hospital. However, if you’re at home and have no idea that the baby’s heart rate has dropped significantly, then that can possibly lead to some scary situations. Same thing with your blood pressure, it may be rising but you would never know.

[@0osqueakso0]

If you give birth at home, you usually have midwives with you and they monitor all of this. They are trained to do this and monitor everything and send you to the hospital if necessary.

[@hannahm4581]

I recommend the book "Made for this" by Mary Haseltine. It's a Christian, natural pregnancy and birth book! It is Catholic, and I know you're not Catholic, but it's such a good resource for integrating your faith into pregnancy and birth. It's very biblical, with not too much from Popes, Saints, or Catholic doctrine, so I think you could really love it!

[@karineyoussef2449]

I'm taking a course by a doula KZbinr it's called Built to Birth by Bridget Teyler highly recommend!

[@staceyhookins3433]

I highly recommend the positive birth company with Siobhan Miller. It is a great hypnobirthing course that explains so much about labour and birth using science. You understand what is happening with your body and you learn how to control your breathing. It is so so good!

[@gabihuggins5042]

Read The Bradley Method for a natural birth! I had an unmedicated home birth and breathed/meditated through my contractions. It's intense but if you "ride the waves" instead of fight them it can be a magical experience 💛

[@Nicolelelagreen]

Hey hun! That’s the book I’m referring to but I have an old version I probably need to check out the updated one! Lol

[@gabihuggins5042]

@@Nicolelelagreen I commented that before you mentioned a book 😂 Mama Natural is a great resource too...she has a YT channel and a book that goes through each week of pregnancy 🙂

[@beccakrinkie6887]

Look into doing hypnobabies!

[@michellatromp1946]

I had no choice where i live they don't offer epidural

[@anastasiyacampbell9365]

There are many cultures and religions that don’t believing in having a set name until baby is born. It’s the whole “don’t count your chicks before they hatch” idea.

[@FanclubMozaKaliza]

❤️

[@ChloeLohsoklo]

The Christian Hypnobirthing App helped me prepare for my natural birth! I highly recommend it.

[@Naomi-pg6yl]

Eu iti recomand pe Bridget Teyler care are un KZbin Canal. Ea ii childbirth educator si dona doula si Mama! Pe Mine Personal Ma ajuta mult sa ma pregatesc si Ma simt mult Mai incurajata Prin videoclipurile ei. Poate te ajuta si pe Tine. All the best!!

[@gloriavaldez6632]

The Bradley Method child birth education courses are a great investment to prepare mama and papa to deliver naturally. You take a 2 hour class once a week towards the end of your pregnancy. My husband and I took an online course all the way from India as we were stuck here due to covid, and we delivered our baby naturally and unmedicated, we were both confident and prepared for it because of the course, the instructors are amazing and super hands on!

[@alexlg9521]

Let God lead your birth. I let Him lead mine and I gave birth unassisted at home and it was amazing. I never went anywhere near as hospital. No need. And the sterile environment is really bad for the baby's microbiome.

[@lmt6672]

Yes!

[@alexlg9521]

Oh and it doesn't have to be painful. If you submit to the contractions and believe Jesus broke that curse when He died on the cross for you x

[@Marta-tf7nf]

Pain in childbearing is also a result of the fallen world in which we live. ;) We should definitely seek God's help in childbirth, but one of the ways God helps us is through today's modern medical provider. Nicole should not feel any guilt for choosing a hospital birth if that is where she feeis safest. God forbid a medical emergency happens, but if it does, there is great comfort in knowing a skilled medical team is ready to support mama and baby at a drop of a hat. I speak from personal experience ;) not shaming anyone for choosing a home birth, but there are also many benefits of a hospital birth ;) God can provide for you in the hospital OR at home. :)