This poem was on one of my email lists today. I think it illustrates so clearly how powerful it is when a woman overcomes all the doubt and fear and takes birth back for herself and her family. Written by Cherie Boison, I must say “Way to go, woman, and thanks for getting this down on paper.” Gloria
I gave birth
Too large of a baby
Too flat of a pelvis
Said I couldn’t do it
I gave birth
Too risky they said
Too much overdue
C-Section scar
I gave birth
Glucose intolerant
Group B positive
What’s your end game?
I gave birth
Without their interventions
Without their fears
Surrounded by calm peaceful love
I gave birth
Let that contraction go
Listen to your body
Holding hands
I gave birth
Birth stool in my kitchen
Birth tub on the floor
Trusting it all
I gave birth
Strong pain
Stronger support
Moaning low
I gave birth
My body isn’t broken
My spirit is healed
My heart is so thankful
I GAVE BIRTH!
2008 by Cherie Boison
Beautiful.
Woman;s power is a beautiful thing !
Trust and support : the key!
Love U , Glo.
Charlotte
I sure know that feeling! After 3 days of labor, I didn’t have to go “under the knife”, but I’m positive if I had been anywhere other than home, that would have been the end result. My body worked, and I gave birth! Yeah, body! Hugs to you Glo, April
PS SO happy to have found your blog!