I have always wanted to have a water birth. No, I have never been pregnant and I do not know anyone who has had a child in water. Every since I was young I have loved to watch child birth on TV. I have never seen one in real life, but I look forward to getting closer than youtube or A Baby Story!
I am 26 years old and African American. I am getting married in 4 weeks! Because of this, people are asking me about having children. When I say that I want to have my children in water, some think I am crazy. I am almost ashamed to speak about my desire! And dont let me tell a mother that what I am planning to do… It is almost like I am offending women who used pain medication. They quickly dismiss me and say, “wait until those contractions hit”. A friend of mine laughed at me and says that she will put a sign in my labor room saying, “dont be a hero. Get the epidural!” All of this hurts my feelings…
I live in New Jersey. The closest birthing center is about one hour away. I am not ready to have children yet. I want to travel with my husband for a couple of years. I dont want my children drugged up and I know that warm water eases my menstrual cramps. So yes, I do have the audacity to say, “I WANT TO HAVE MY KIDS IN WATER”!!!!!!