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Pregnancy & Baby Index: Pregnancy - Birth Stories: Long Labors
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Aiden - A different, but wonderful birth experience When 18 year old Gabriella in California went into labor, only to be sent home from the hospital for not progressing, she took matters into her own hands and went to a different hospital. Read on to hear more about her, at times humorous, labor and
Ashlie - Kept her parents waiting Australian native Kelly, 18 years old, overcame a series of hurdles late in pregnancy, followed by a long labor where she was "out of it". Read her exciting birth story to find out how it turned out!
Ayden - Little fighter A mom's bravery through a dangerous disease led to an amazing pregnancy and birth experience.
Callista - She wasn't in a hurry to leave her momma's womb Though it was not the labor she hoped for, (an ineffective epidural, baby getting stuck, and an emergency c-section) Stephanie was grateful for the happy ending. Read her story and share her joy!
Cayla - And she took her time Kelli dedicates her birth story to her third daughter, Cayla. This touching story is a must-read!
Charlotte - 16 days overdue, big baby While her labor was long and, at times, very hard, Nancy, Pregnancy & Baby's Editor, has happy memories of the birth of her first child, Charlotte.
Connor - Big baby 26 year old Jennifer from Canada had prepared herself for a large baby, until the doctors told her that her son was only 8 pounds. They were all in for a huge shock when he was finally born, a week overdue.
Daina - Not too cooperative, ended up coming by cesarean After 21 hours of induced labor, with a diagnosis of "failure to progress," Deanne was wheeled up to the Operating Room for a C-section.
Drew - Irregular contractions Karen of Massachusetts was due for an induction, but started feeling contractions the morning before. Unfortunately, her contractions were not regular. Despite the doctor's attempts at helping labor along with various induction medications, Karen had
Dylan - Wanted to see the world With a possible cesarean looming, the doctor left Heather to labor for another thirty minutes while he napped. Three hours later, baby Dylan was crowning, and the doctor was furious at the nurse for letting Heather push that long!
Elijah - Breech baby Jennifer of Missouri was sent in for an induction after a regularly scheduled appointment with her Obstetrician. After two hours of induced labor, the doctor discovered that the baby was breech. Will they try turning the baby or opt for a Cesarean bi
Ethan - In his own time Marcy didn't realize she was really in labor till she woke up in the morning and was still having contractions.
Eva - Gave her mama a work out Heather goes through everything possible during her pregnancy, labor, and delivery, but baby Eva comes through perfectly, and beautiful in every way!
Ezra - An induction due to high blood pressure Two weeks before her due date, Jaime of Maine suffered from high blood pressure, and so, her doctors planed an induction. Will the induction work? How many times will it take? When will this baby come?! Read on to find out.
Gabriel - Induced because of medical problems What happens when you're brought to the brink of delivery with pitocin, then the doctor decides to put you on hold while he attends to another mom? Read Tate's story, and find out how she overcomes this and other set-backs, and goes on to have a very
Grace - Surprised her mama Tammy has a birth that lives up to the best of her expectations. Read the story of the birth of her fourth child and third daughter, Grace.
Hailey - A long wait Hailey definitely took her time, but in the end it was worth it for her mother.
Harley - A long labor Natalie in Canada was looking forward to spending the night out, when suddenly, she heard a strange sound. She said, "Just as I was to go into a small tirade about this, I realized I was soaking wet and warm down south. I told Pierre, 'I think I just
Isaac's birth story - A long, strange trip I was expecting Isaac to come early. At 34 weeks I breathed a sigh of relief when the baby was still inside me and healthy. At 36 weeks I felt pretty confident that the baby would be fine if he were born.
Isabella - Love at first sight 33 year old Mary from NYC got pregnant under not so ideal circumstances, but loved every minute of it, including the end.
Isaiah - Didn't want to come after all Christine's water broke at seven months, and she spent the next month in the hospital trying to keep the baby inside. Ironically, when the time came, induction failed.
Jailen - Surprise, it's a boy! Kimie from Michigan was expecting a baby girl, because that's what the ultrasound technician told her. Imagine their surprise when she gave birth to a son! Read her story here!
Jane - Exciting, predictable, pleasant 23 year old Hailee, from Arizona was ready for labor and did all she could think of to bring it on. When it came she was patient and waited for her daughter to be born.
Jillian - Wasn't sure if she was ready 20 year old Dawn from CA, loved every minute of her labor, even though it was a little slower than she would have liked
Jonathon - Unplanned hospital birth Misty in Texas was hoping for a midwife-assisted home birth. But the baby was in a difficult position, and things didn't quite work out as planned. Read on for more!
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