I'm planning to have her at home, just like I had Roger at home.
What I hope to be the same: I hope to be as relaxed and peaceful as I was last time, or more. I hope to have my husband just as involved. I hope to have as good of an outcome or better, with a healthy baby, a healthy mom, and no real complications. I hope to have my placenta encapsulated again. I hope to breastfeed effectively and exclusively again.
What I hope to be different: I hope my toddler will be able to feel included as much as he likes and happy about meeting his sister. I hope having hired a doula will make labor go even better than last time. I hope my midwife is well and not feverish this time. I hope to not tear and to recover more quickly. I hope to remember to be more consistent in taking my placenta pills so I will maintain my energy and happiness. I hope my little girl will not have a heart defect, even though Roger is doing so well with his. I hope the first month of breastfeeding will be an easier transition this time. I hope to birth in the water this time.
And with that, I will say, happy new year!
