On Dec 1, 2011 I gave birth to my first child. Ronald Jackson Jr. I remember being excited and nervous at the same time. I encountered many losses before my son. So this was special to me. Never had I once imagine that I would be giving birth. The doctors told me that I couldn't have kids. To be able to give birth was a blessing for me. I chose to share this story because another woman may have been experiencing the same situation that I was experiencing. I want them to know that there is hope for them .
In Japan giving birth has its similarities and differences. The differences are that in Japan women it is unacceptable to make loud noises while giving birth, where as in America women can scream as they please. Men are not around during the birth in Japan, typically a woman mother and sisters aid in labor. In Illinois men are welcome and encouraged to be at a woman beside. In both countries birth takes place at the hospital and both the mother and child stays in the hospital for a little.
Hello Waukesha,
ReplyDeleteIn reading your blog it reminded me when I was told that I couldn't have anymore children after my son but I was bless with my daugther. I liked reading your blog post and can't wait to read the next few weeks.
Greetings Waukesha,
ReplyDeleteI had a hard labor as well it lasted for 26 hours but that was the best 26 hours of pain I have ever experienced. Although it hurt but when she was born all thoughts of my hurt vanished and my focus was on that beautiful little baby girl. I was told by the doctor that I could not have any children and suffered so many cramps during my menstrual cycle but God trusted me with a miracle baby. The funny thing is she only has one daughter as well. I know what you mean about you son being special to you and you never imagine even giving birth that what I thought as well. Your story is so similar to mines the only difference is you had a miracle boy and I had a miracle girl who blossomed into a beautiful smart and intelligent woman, wife and mother. Great post Waukesha.
I chose to look at Japan as well because I lived in Japan with my husband while he was in the Marine Corp. We moved there when my first child, Raylee, was four months old. I grew so much while I was there. I enjoyed learning about their culture and a tiny bit of their language.
ReplyDeleteThat's crazy to think a man can't be in there to support their wife as she goes that experience. I have many friends whose husbands benefited by being in the room and it brought them closer together as a couple. To think they can't get that experience I hear about with my friends is crazy. It's great to hear you were able to have a successful birth and experience the miracle of life! Many women do hear they can't give birth and give up and you and judy are great examples of never giving up!
ReplyDeleteThat's crazy to think a man can't be in there to support their wife as she goes that experience. I have many friends whose husbands benefited by being in the room and it brought them closer together as a couple. To think they can't get that experience I hear about with my friends is crazy. It's great to hear you were able to have a successful birth and experience the miracle of life! Many women do hear they can't give birth and give up and you and judy are great examples of never giving up!
ReplyDeleteKesha,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your personal birthing experience with us. I was also told that it may be difficult or impossible to conceive but gave birth to a beautiful baby girl. Your post is both inspiring and gives others hope. I look forward to reading future posts on your blog.
Cassondra
Thank you for sharing your birthing experience. It gives women who are told that they can't have kids hope and will inspire them. I find it interesting that women in Japan are not supposed to be loud during labor, it is a painful experience so it would be hard to be quiet during labor.
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