Off Grid Home Birth - Part II

[@ellykara1]

I am now 60 years old and gave birth to three of my four children at home with a domicillary midwife in attendance. After my first birth experience in hospital, my husband and I decided never again. Even to this day I remember my three home births so well. They were wonderful experiences, birthing on my terms in the comfort and familiarity of my own home. I feel very lucky to have been able to labour and birth easily.

[@susanf5906]

Amazing parents you are already. Little boy with thousands of aunts and uncles all over the world. God bless you

[@oneofyou6773]

What a lovely comment. I fully agree.

[@secaucuss7344]

Yes, a lovely comment. And thousands of grandparents and even great grandparents.

[@artvaultcalif]

The most beautiful, healthy birth I have ever had the honor to view.

[@jessicakeelty2619]

could not have said it better myself. truly an honor. thank you so much Tova and Matthias.

[@terrycarson1811]

Maybe you can go to your local church and see about registering his birth with them for a record

[@angelebabin4313]

I agree

[@annemiekereffeltrath]

Amen! 🙏❤👍😘🌟

[@ritaegan7043]

"Fear is the most dangerous thing..." This is true in every part of life. Fear can lead us to indecision and suck the joy and fullness from our lives. Thank you so much for sharing Ivar's birth with us! Seeing it, even from afar, has brought great joy to my day!

[@hazelcornell4311]

@@charismaticcreature7875 Speaking of medical intervention, maybe you need to speak to a health professional about your tendency to be so judgmental about people who lead a different lifestyle than you do.

[@annagorzelnik6383]

I am truly amazed by your way of life you chose. This is so important to show other people how to respect nature, how to build relationship with animals, plants, and human beings and we really do not need that much to do so. Life is just that simple! Beautiful example! Thank you 🙏

[@m99-c4u]

When I think of all the indignities my babies were subjected to in their hospital births compared to the peaceful manner in which your son entered this world I wish that I had been as knowledgeable and as brave as you two have been during the pregnancy and birth of your child.

[@jessicamoore1314]

m99 Indeed, I feel like they were trying to make so many explanations for their decision. I hope that they know we understand and respect their decision and well, I’ve never seen such a beautiful entry into life. I’m so happy for you two. What a wonderful thing to witness, especially in today’s reality. Love and many blessings to you!

[@Talasbuan]

@@jessicamoore1314 it is sad that it has to be this way, but many people that give birth at home often say it went too fast and that it wasn't planned. Just to not get shamed by people. Because giving birth unassisted is frowned upon, even though statistics show that homebirths are safer and less prone to complications. Our situation was a little in between, both planned and not.. We didn't make the desision to stay home until the last minute.

[@zwhx8608]

@@Talasbuan I'm so glad to see such a good outcome for you and your baby, I really admire your hard work and warmth as a family, as well the beautiful photography of where you live. As a mother and a medic, however, I don't think it is responsible to say that home births are 'safer and less prone to complications'. More complicated cases are treated in hospital, including home births that have gone wrong. Historically (and in the developing world) birth is a leading cause of injury and death for mothers and babies, and anyone deciding to give birth at home should be appraised of all the facts, including important risks like postpartum haemorrhage or hypoxic brain injuries in babies who are deprived of oxygen during difficult births. Another KZbin channel I enjoy, as well as your own, is Danielle Jones, whose video is worth a watch too for another perspective - kzbin.info/www/bejne/m36aoWqPo6dnbqM Congratulations on your lovely son!

[@tracy7612]

@@zwhx8608 - That was certainly true of my son's birth. I could have died due to hemorrhage. He sustained a spontaneous pneumothorax. I was very depressed due to expectations I had of a "natural" birth. Women need ALL the info, not just pretty videos where all goes well.

[@zwhx8608]

@@tracy7612 Thank you for understanding what I was trying to say. I don't want to detract from how lovely this video was at all but, while many home births go well, when they go wrong they can go very wrong indeed. It's important to be really appraised of all the facts and risks and not be too swayed by a vision or ideal of how birth can be. The right balance of technology and appreciation of the simple, beautiful things in life seems to be at the core of this channel, where the wonderful imagery of the Swedish countryside is brought to us by drone and shared online. Safe birth is so important that we should feel able to invite technology in to the point where it helps us and not to the point where it makes us uncomfortable, and most midwife-led units understand this totally (I realise this varies across the world though, and not everywhere has embraced this yet).

[@livesoutdoors1708]

38 years ago my husband helped me deliver our little girl at home on a remote ranch. It was also a fast birth. Thankfully all went well and we still live remote and our daughter is an engineer! Enjoy your beautiful baby, they grow up fast! Congratulations!

[@livesoutdoors1708]

Oh and don’t worry about the papers, that will sort itself out. We went thru the same and it was fine in the end.

[@maryross8903]

So true! I went to the hospital and gave birth- right after our baby was born, my husband and I looked at each other and said “ let’s do this again!!” That’s probably because I had some help with the pain. I may have waited a few days to say that if not for the drugs! But, we all get to the same place! Pure joy, BLISS! That was 29 years ago! He is now a fine, kind and loving man. Your beautiful story makes my heart full of love. Your beautiful boy will have great stories to tell about his birth and life. Many hugs and kisses to him!

[@wildswan221]

You two are so wonderful to have shared this with us! Such a beautiful contrast to hospital birth. For everyone who feels it is risky to give birth at home, look up the statistics on hospital-derived infections that lead to death.

[@makingithome8493]

My husband and I read The Husband-Coached Childbirth, and I read so much research as well as Ina May videos/ all the evidence on having your partner there with you, supporting you... It was very helpful. :) We went from 2 induced hospital births with interventions that left it painful for me to walk/sit/heal, and baby separated for hours without my true consent/knowledge because of their overdosing me with too many drugs, to a natural hospital birth and then 2 homebirths...last one unassisted. Coming from this background, I am so happy for you that you could experience this beautiful, healthy, joyful birth at home.❤️

[@pammatiti]

You lil son is so responsive to your voices, especially Mom. Almost like he's talking already. Thankful you are all doing well and healthy. Many blessings to you.

[@sorchx]

Tova is glowing. Radiant. Congrats to you both. What a brave and powerful Mamma and what a supportive and hardworking father, This baby is very lucky to be born to you two.

[@super66craig]

You two did awesome! Being a strong and healthy woman really helped too. Childbirth is a normal process not an illness and that's why the Hospital can be dangerous to mother and newborn. Watching you guys brought back a torrent of vivid memories that kept me filled with joy and wonder at my own experiences. My great grandmother was born in the Oregon wilderness with just her own mother to see the process through. That's how the pioneers and settlers did it. You two are carrying that tradition into this new era and it makes me so proud of you both. What an honor to have you share this wonder of Ivar coming into the world. You are going to be excellent parents and your children will add great value to the human race! Shalom

[@Laiynnalaiynna]

"We'll probably do it again sometime." Your face at 11:51 made me laugh out loud :D! Congratulations with the birth of your first son!

[@darkseasofscandinavia4700]

Lai Ynna yeah😂

[@sovereigns1grace]

The birth was lovely and perfect ... the way it should be. Having had both a hospital and home birth ... I have to say the home birth is the best way to go (provided there are no indicators for complications which is uncommon). I applaud you for sticking to your guns and ensuring everything went the way you wanted. Being at home allows for much better bonding for the entire family. You support each other so well. It's beautiful.

[@anjichurch4406]

I subscribed a few days ago. I am a retired out of hospital midwife in the state of New Hampshire in the USA. I am in the Vermont and Massachusetts area and was a very busy home birth midwife with birth center privileges. I also had very good relationships with 13 area hospitals. I served Mennonite’s, local couples from every walk of life. I have been off the grid in the mountains of VT and NH. What amazing parents you both are…elimination communication and woolen clothing, all of it is very popular amount young thoughtful parents and just amazes me how well it all works. In the USA parents who stay home without a midwife (who is trained and carries medications) as I did, are called Unassisted Birthers. I have filled out their paperwork for them and even provided breech education to the couples when asked in order to remove the fears. It really is a choice of where you want to be. I know because all four of my sons were born in hospitals where My own labors had to be augmented because my lack of feeling safe there sent enough adrenaline to stop me each time. I wish I had known and once I did I dedicated myself to parental choices until I developed a heart condition at 44 years old. It really is a body function and I must say when things were not good there were always inclines from the parents or myself that I learned to heed to. I never lost a baby or a mommy and I always stayed with my mommas until the baby was established eating, including those who needed transport for cesareans most often for maternal or fetal fatigue. I am so glad to have found you and was enjoying your videos before coming to this one. Thank you for sharing what sounds like a normal cozy birth to me. Oh yes and I always cleaned up the birth areas, got the laundry started when possible, and brought the new parents a meal in bed while they get acquainted with their new little one…best feeling in the world to head home while they remain in their bed with full bellies.

[@joanndonato2913]

I just discovered your videos the other day and I must say, I am addicted. I just love your videos and the way you describe your way of life. Your home is cozy and charming and the animals are so well cared for. You both are so soothing to listen to. I feel so much better after watching you both. I just can't express my love in words for the wonderful knowledge you bring and the peace you give to me. Thank you!

[@PinkPorcupine]

Beautiful birth story! Thank you for sharing. I have four children and had a home birth with three of them. I had a birth at a birthing center with my first child because my husband feared a home birth. I live in the US and we have holistic birthing centers in my state as an alternative to a traditional hospital. While I was still afforded a natural birth with my first child, there was no comparison between birthing in a center versus home birthing. They still took my daughter several times for nurse checks and I couldn’t sleep because they came in all night checking my blood pressure, drawing blood, etc. During my home births I was far more comfortable - sleeping in my own bed, able to hold and nurse my babies without interruption and just feel the peacefulness of being home. I’m very happy for you that your birth went well and your son entered the world into the arms of such caring and exceptional parents. He is absolutely adorable!

[@signewerner1310]

Mattias looks so proud ❤️ its so lovely to see

[@janjbowman]

Your baby is beautiful and how glorious to be a paperless human .

[@mariannereuter]

Thank you for sharing the birth of Ivar with us! I agree about the peacefulness of delivering at home. My third and last child was born at home and it was a great experience - even for her siblings who were nearly 2 and 4 ... Love from Germany! ❤️

[@marialane1805]

You both are a gift to humanity! The connection that you have to one another, as well as to your son, animals and our beloved earth, demonstrates how disconnected the majority of people are. You are so grounded in the energies of love, peace and harmony! Thank you for sharing your experiences on your human journey! Your empowering thousands of future parents and their beautiful children forthcoming 🙏

[@paigewells3678]

Sitting here watching this with my daughter ( just finished the birth video too). God bless you all and thank you for giving us a sneak peek at your precious family and beautiful homestead ❤️❤️

[@fallenangelwi25]

His birth was absolutely beautiful 😍!!!! Y'all did an amazing job being the team that your son will grow up to admire!!! While I watched his birth I cried happy tears for y'all as well as sad tears remembering my son I lost in January that I miscarried here at home. Congratulations y'all!!! He is perfect!!!! Yes 15hours was fast for first time. My eldest daughter was a 72 hour completely natural labor no medicine whatsoever until her heart rate dropped and I had an emergency c section. My youngest daughter was a 48 hour labor. Y'all did great!!!!

[@Talasbuan]

I'm sorry for your loss 💔

[@fallenangelwi25]

@@Talasbuan thank you, I believe everything happens for a reason so while it's heartbreaking we must cherish the time we did have.

[@alisonmayrhofer3039]

What a magical and beautiful memory in this video! You will treasure this when you watch it over time! Thankyou for sharing this life affirming journey! ♥️🇨🇦

[@derekwalters4980]

Very impressed with Mathias's calmness, and dedication to the comfort and attention to Tova. Not to mention the film, and the editing, absolutely beautiful. And what a beautiful baby you have.

[@pamketron]

Such a wonderful story. Welcome to the world Baby Ivar. May all your days be filled with love and happiness. God Bless your family.

[@thetreasuredcrew6402]

It's so awesome how supportive your husband is.

[@franriddiough2228]

It's a beautiful story.......You are a strong woman with a devoted husband and a precious baby boy. I truly admire your journey❤❤❤

[@vanessachristidis9252]

You both are the most natural people I have had the privilege of seeing, your life experiences are inspiring and uplifting, shows us all how simply beautiful life really is. And nothing is truly too complicated even brining new life into the world. You are the epitome of common sense and nothing is too much of a drama not even giving birth! 👍🙏🏻 your baby has already has the most incredible start to life and you have given him a true gift of living off the grid.

[@FlannelAcres]

You have a beautiful story, thank you for sharing! I was a doula for several years, and I admire your desire to not only have a doula present for your birth but also your desire to learn about the process and make decisions that are best for you. You are wise. :-)

[@mistidiane788]

You did a fantastic job Momma! I loved how Daddy helped. You guys are great!

[@deborahdorn4386]

Congratulations! I know I am a year behind because I have been watching your blogs starting at the beginning. It is strange knowing in advance about Covid coming, so I am very happy you had the baby at home. And yes, Tuva, it really hurts! Good for you!

[@ranarakab1689]

You two are amazing people and amazingly informed parents!!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful story.

[@MrJulek53]

You are very blessed and you have made the right decision to give birth at home. Soon you will forget all this pain by watching your sweet son growing up

[@jessegreywolf]

Congratulations! That child is going to have ana amazing life! Best wishes to you all

[@MissSchnickfitzel]

Im 20 now and this makes me so happy to watch. I cant wait to be a mother. These videos make this idea for me more beautiful each day.

[@mariansmith7694]

Such a blessing. My first child was over 30 hours in labor, all natural. You all did a really great job.

[@whitegeranium6796]

Tova you look beautiful, glowing. Congratulations to you all on your little family.

[@kellypotter4833]

Tova, your eyes have soften with the arrival of your babe. Such a beautiful story!

[@leah1590]

The little baby noises bring me back to when my girls were small. Congrats! What a blessing

[@awkwardguineapig]

I watched both the birth video and this part. Congratulations to your beautiful baby and kudos to you for going through a pregnancy and a birth, I could never bring myself to go through that willingly.

[@loriaslanian]

Congratulations! I found your beautiful channel just yesterday. Thank you so much for your sincerity, warmth, and courage. I also chose to have my 4 children at home and have never regretted it. It was a sacred and beautiful experience. Best wishes to your sweet family.

[@kerryannclarke6746]

Congratulations on having your son, I know you make a wonderful parents.

[@corylenihan2736]

It was an honor to watch the miracle of your son being born. You three were just amazing . I thank you for bringing such light into the world at a time it seems so dark. Congratulation. I know he will be well looked after and loved unconditionally. Take care and smile alot.

[@marialopez-shetler3438]

You guys have a very natural, active and healthy life. You made the right decision! God bless your family! 🙏❤️

[@karenzaller9659]

CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU BOTH! What a wonderful thing you did in sharing your miracle. Thank you.

[@lallajohanna]

Så himla värmande att höra er berätta! Vilken lyckans ost han är eran son som har så kloka föräldrar! Det måste vara det bästa sätt för en bebis att göra entré på! Mina allra varmaste lyckönskningar till er alla

[@SnowinSummer37]

If nobody told you that they love you today ... I do!!! This was absolutely beautiful. 🥰 Congratulations.

[@Talasbuan]

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[@storeytwinb]

What a blessing to get to go through this wonderful event with you! We have been praying for you all that God will watch over you 🙏🏼 Your baby is so precious! My husband, Doug, and I have four grown children, and we are so grateful to God for giving us each one. God tells us in His Word in Psalm 127: “Children are a heritage from the Lord.” Love, From the Bess family in Lithonia, Georgia, USA

[@cindiallain8542]

You’ve both done a great job! Congratulations again. I can only hope to see a lot of him! Thank you!

[@autiemuse]

You have been in mind and heart for several weeks -- NOW I KNOW WHY! I birthed my six children naturally -- 4 at home. So much joy and love sent your way as you have your love story with your little one!

[@swampophelia2098]

I used to live very similar to how you live, they were my happiest years. My babies were born in the calm and warmth of our home, I feel very homesick watching you. Women give birth best when they feel safe and home for many is the safest place, there was a book kicking around in the 80’s called spiritual midwifery I remember reading it over and over and it helped me have confidence in my own ability to give birth to my children. Love each other well xx

[@faithbooks7906]

My daughter in law is in labor right now at a women's hospital in Boston. She's 8 days over her due date so they induced her. Hopefully, she deliver a healthy baby today! Congrats to you on a healthy baby and a good birth experience.

[@annawho2220]

thank you for sharing those videos. I always felt a bit scared of one day having children, because all we are shown and told in school is what can go wrong and my own birth had complications. However, Part one was, in a way, one of the most beautiful things ive ever seen and now i dont feel as scared of one day giving birth myself anymore. Also thank you for making videos in general. The last days ive been watching your videos, starting from the beginning and you guys seem to be such awesome people.

[@mariasenderek3918]

Everything about you, your surroundings... the way you chose to live and how you manage everything is beautiful... you are very responsible young people, who are working so hard to be prepared for life events, that you need to meet... I am so proud of you to have the birth of your child at home... you were at peace... you knew how things go and didn't need to guess anything... and you were safe, which is the most important... Thank you for sharing the precious moments with us... God bless you...

[@marshallsuber3346]

It's so nice to work my way backwards thru your story. I knew the outcome of Ivar's birth. As a male in the USA I would have been in terror for your well-being. In the West we have surrendered so much of our lives that a home birth seems like something bad. I had thought that I was more "awake" than that. Our four sons was subjected to system. Blessings from New Orleans.

[@kellinigh2398]

I recall my son's birth at home. I am so happy for you. Your memories will endure.

[@sassyfrass4295]

Fantastic, Ivar the paperless, a strong beautiful baby boy! Mom is beaming with joy and Papa is simply proud of his family. Congratulations!!!

[@sharonoleary9935]

Well, I still have the biggest tearie smile on my face, which I think will last for a while. Thank you for sharing your story and congratulations

[@defranck217]

Congratulations Tova and Mathias! I'm so happy for you! What a lovely baby is Ivar! I'm sure he will bring all the happiness and love you deserve. I want to thank you for sharing this beautiful moment of your lives with us, i watched the birth of Ivar with tears in my eyes remembering the birth of my two boys. I wish you the best and send all my love to the three of you from Argentina.

[@adlerarcing7510]

A few months later but congratulations on the birth of Ivar. I have enjoyed your videos of him as he grows.

[@meridathebraveone1158]

Home birth was the best decision you've ever made in your life Mathias and Tova. And you will always remember that. I know that you were both guided by your strong intuition because you live in a natural environment, and guided by the natural energies of nature free from outside intervention of others. Keep in mind that, nature never makes a mistake. Always trust your instincts. Baby Ivar is gonna grow strong and healthy free from toxic poisons of the world outside. Sending your family much love.

[@rebamoon4965]

Beautiful Baby!

[@lucianatrambaglio4881]

Hi Merida, sorry to add ... Nature is not perfect !

[@meridathebraveone1158]

@@lucianatrambaglio4881 nature is perfect... but humans are not... that's why there are "others" who wants to manipulate alter and control nature... if it benefits them... whoever they are...

[@drivingbro]

Plastic clothes are very toxic poison though, i hope they know that and only wear natural fibres

[@ournewnormalnow8432]

What a beautiful and joyful experience. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful baby boy's birth with us✨

[@mefford67]

*Welcome to fatherhood and enjoy every single insane moment. Children grow up much too fast! You’re living a simple and beautiful life, congratulations on the birth of a healthy baby boy.* 🙏🏻

[@patriciacinea3097]

Congratulations on the safe birth of your son. Will hold you three in prayer. May God bless you all. Thank you for sharing.

[@tylerdavies3038]

My last baby came in 50 minutes... best experience ever! We mothers are amazing creatures!! ❤️

[@peleniseh]

Congratulations! Brave mama, great dad, amazing dula. Welcome to the world little baby 😘🎉🎊 ❤️❤️.

[@skmccuen]

After having two sons in hospital I wanted to have my third at home and did so 20 years ago, in the US. Their father and I are both physicians. It certainly wasn't necessary to be, but it was comforting to have had that experience and training under our belts though our specialty is psychiatry. Sadly home births in the US are still rare and women still clamor for unnecessary medical interventions when the time for delivery comes. But it is the mother's decision and we can just keep offering support and education and good examples, as we do with breastfeeding. Congratulations on your lovely child and new way of seeing the world. Enjoy every moment.

[@jrobin853]

Such a joyous moment in your lives. Thank you both for sharing your birth experience. It was truly beautiful to watch. Congratulations and May God’s blessings rain down upon all of you!! Watching from Lubbock, Texas, USA. ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻🙏🏻😘

[@amyk6453]

Im happy everything went well. I had my first 2 babies ok. I think there are so many good things about being home but I did need the hospital for one of my 4 births. I started hemorrhaging after having my 3rd baby and needed emergency surgery, 3 blood transfusions. Some people told me not to have a 4th baby. (4 years later) I knew she was meant to come. I still had my 4th one and that was my little girl, 0 problems. Met her in a dream before she came. Good job momma! Beautiful baby. God bless! I love your videos. 💖🙏

[@marieleopold1625]

HOW ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL !!! If I were the mother of either of you, I would be soOOOoo proud! You handled EVERYTHING well. God is surely watching over you. All you want is a simple, pure, honest life together and the world tries so hard to crush this concept. YOU WON!...Stay Strong and keep fighting. Your little 'Ivar' (beautiful healthy boy) means; ARCHER, BOW WARRIOR. He will grow up to protect you both. I believe that by his birth alone, you have especial blessing upon you and your homestead. This will bring you even closer together...the love you share is palpable. You are RICH! Never look toward what you do not have, rather continue to thank God for all your blessings. I often think of you and pray for your well-being. Health and God's continued blessings upon you n' yours!

[@Talasbuan]

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[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

"I'll never have a child again". I think every first time mother says that! Thank you for sharing such a precious experience. I have been present for home births, birthing clinic births and hospital births. By far, home birth is the best way (as long as safety measures are put in place).

[@theforestsfarm514]

Wonderful video of your lives and the birth of Ivar. So Happy we all get a chance to learn along with you three, Lots of Love from us to all of you!

[@ricknelson3607]

Amazing videos. My family lives in Montana. We are living in the country side, where we could give our kids a better understanding of real life, animals, gardens, open space. Thanks you for sharing your experiences.

[@michelleperkins265]

So happy the birth of your precious boy was safe and natural. Thank you for sharing. Love your vlogs.

[@rosem7042]

You two are fantastic! Your birth story is so similar to mine and my husband's experience, too, it's weird but cool. Blessings upon you and your family from our family in America!

[@bengt_axle]

If you live in the industrialized ("first world") countries, chances are you have never seen a natural birth at home. It is the reality that most of us (myself included) have never seen what was in fact the normal way to give birth two or three generations ago. Pregnancy and birth are not illnesses (however, certain things can go wrong and create illnesses) but the medicalization of birth in the industrialized countries has definitely changed they way we understand life and made us lose touch of some of the most fundamental things about how we live. Thank you so much for sharing your story and providing a rare look of an off grid birth! I look forward to following your unique family.

[@Talasbuan]

True words

[@KristiPrice007]

Congratulations Tova and Mathias! I am Kristi from Florida and just found your page about a month ago and so I am playing catch up watching your older videos. I am a 54 yr young grandma to 2 wonderful kids and I gave birth to my son when I was 22 years old, 32 years ago and I still remember the pain! I was in labor 38 hours..NOT fun! But, so worth it! :) Ivar is perfect, best wishes to you all. xoxo

[@raeoftrae5613]

I am so thankful for you two- I have been watching for about a year and always look foreword to your videos❤️ During these dark days seeing the new baby really lifts my spirits, thank you for sharing and being so honest❤️ Your family is beautiful, bless you💜

[@nasben713]

You both can be very proud of yourselves. Really, congratulations ❤️

[@cynthiaroswick1621]

I became a patreon just now. Please eat more Mathias. I understand the responsibility that is on your shoulders with the both of Ivar. Tova was your right hand and now all is left for you. Try to hold out. Maybe you could find a way to get help until Tova can help you. You two now three will continue to bring joy to all that you allow us to be part of your life. Your subscribers love you. We know how really hard you work. You are in my heart. Spring is just around the corner. Can I send you some thing from Colorado springs Colorado? Bless your little world. Cynthia

[@vincraft991]

Much love to you three!! Thank you for sharing such an amazing story! I admire your courage, common sense, and commitment. I felt such joy as I watched the two videos of Ivar's birth!

[@trudyschaffer8016]

What a privilege it was to be allowed into this most personal journey one can take. Thank you for allow us to witness these special moments. We will watch your lives change as little Ivar grows and changes, and teaches.. 💙

[@angelaguzzardo5747]

This is beautiful, I was a labor and delivery nurse here in the US when my husband and I decided to have both our sons at home. I wanted a peaceful space where I could move as I felt necessary and I had a midwife with both births- they were wonderful. I now too am a midwife and there is nothing better than allowing a mother the comfort of her home. Thanks for sharing

[@Violet-qf8dr]

I had my first in the hospital and my second at home. Being able to move around with the second made it so much better. I also got to have a water birth which I highly recommend.

[@namuuntengis1791]

Blue Heven 😇, wherever you are. Bless you always. Absolute thanks for all you have done. Humans need this vlog today. Many thanks for sharing. Will love and care you.

[@jingyanwu2335]

I like the way to talk toward the camera. It's not like talking to an audience but like chatting with a good friend :)

[@tonisangel5024]

What a beautiful natural birth! Congratulations to you both you all are so blessed...after my first birth I said" never again!! But God gives us this gift to totally forget the pain well not totally but enough to do it again! I love the way the cat was laying with you right there for you how precious ❤ my first birth was 3 hrs and my second twenty minutes so youre next one will definitely be fast! Such a beautiful experience isn't it! May God Bless Your beautiful little boy I cant wait to watch him grow...❤🙏👶👋

[@forhim370]

You guys are adorable!Love from America. 🇺🇸

[@SwirlingSoul]

In our country (the netherlands) Home birth is not frowned upon. And you talking about this entire experience is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing this with us. What a wonderful little snugglebug you have. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 I am so happy for you that you got your home birth! And congratulations on the little lambs too.

[@junebee5128]

Beautiful! Congratulations! Birth is one of the most miraculous and in a way mundane occurrences! I had my baby, a boy, a little over 7 month ago too. He is my 4th baby and 3rd unassisted birth. To think we were yelling babies into this world around the same time of year in vastly different places. You have a lovely family. ❤️

[@mrscpc1918]

What a wonderful couple of parents. If they had had the advice and support of a midwife the tear could have been avoided. The system is the same in Hungary I believe. If you’re not keen on hospital you get no help and you can be prosecuted. I speak as a retired midwife and know the days around birth and how it goes stay in your mind for ever.

[@elainepalmer479]

Congratulations on the birth of your son. It is a wonderful thing to experience. I enjoyed labouring and birthing all 3 of my children. 🤗

[@Annie-ZA]

THANK YOU sooo much for sharing your inner most thoughts with all of us. To me, your labour was long, but then, since I can sleep through anything, I slept through mine until I was almost fully dilated. 😲😂🤣 Only 5 hours later once I'd reached the tiny Horgen Spital in Zurich, our son greeted us and the world. 🙏😍🤗 He is now 32yrs old and remains my only son, whilst his Dad has another son from an earlier marriage at only 20yrs. Take care you THREE and enjoy every moment of this MIRACLE! 🤗😍💖

[@Fireside-Chat-With-Kat]

So happy for you!!! I just finished reading that book myself. We're preparing for a home birth in 10 weeks-possibly unassisted because of the virus. My two previous births were in the hospital, and they were dreadful. I'm very excited to finally take this process into my own hands and let my body do what's natural. Plus, my sons will be here to witness and "help". I'm sorry the Swedish system is so medicalized. We may not get health insurance here in the US, but we do have the right to choose how to birth-if you have the money. Keep up the great work!!

[@rachellydy3367]

Beautiful family! I had 2 homebirths. The posterior birth was more difficult, but I was still able to deliver her at home! Blessings on your little one.

[@therosaliereeves]

Thank you so much for sharing your birth story!! So inspiring!

[@selenaprior]

Congratulations.! In such a difficult time, you did it your way. It is such a special moment when you bring life into the world, a vunerable being, untainted by anything and you realise responsibility and one day that child will say mamma or pappa and put their arms around you. Beautiful!

[@stucumins8511]

So glad everything went well.....enjoy this special nesting time with your newborn. Give each other all the love and care you deserve. Congratulations. 💙Deb

[@victoriahammonds7099]

Congrats!!! And I just have to say that you did an awesome job. And your strength and courage shined through. It was an amazing birth from start to finish. And it looked like you were the Dr. and the patient. I loved that you were the one in control of everything from the labor to the birth and delivery. I don't know how you did it while in so much pain. I know the pain 100% because I have 4 children (all natural births) and never had anything for pain. Once I went into labor with all of my girls, from the first contraction to the baby or babies being born was 4 hours or less. My longest Labor was 4 hrs and my shortest labor was between 60 to 90 mins (1hr to 1.5hrs). Oohh yea, he is the cutest baby...stay safe and good luck on being 1st time parents..... You are going to do awesome. .