I woke up about four in the morning and was having what I thought was Brexton Hicks,

just like that tight pressure feeling.

I was five days past my due date.

This time I told myself, don't worry about the due date.

He's going to be born when he's going to be born.

And that's when he's supposed to be born.

So I didn't even keep any date in mind this time.

Getting pregnant and giving birth are two of the most exciting things you can ever hope

to experience in this life.

The moment you think you could be pregnant, you're frantically searching for all the best

information, which is why you're here today.

I'm Stephanie King and with my many years of experience as a professional child

birth educator, doula and lover of all things pregnancy birth and postpartum, I'm here to make

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from mamas just like you. And when you're ready for more, you can join me in the My Essential

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your mind, body, spirit, and partner for a birth you love. So let's get started.

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