I think it is beautiful and amazing. I worked as an Assistant nurse ina maternitiy unit for 2 years and found birth amazing and awe inspiring. Yes it was yicky with lots of blood etc but still made me cry each time. Sometimes the result was horrible and sad but in the main wonderful and tearworthy. What do you think?
2006-09-25 10:29:06 · 39 answers · asked by helen p 4 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Sorry, but I'm going to go with your friend on this one.
Sure, childbirth is a natural process. So is defecating. So is dying. I wouldn't want to stand there and gawk while people do any of these things.
2006-09-25 10:32:56 · answer #1 · answered by solarius 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think you are right, it's not so much the birth of a baby, more the birth of a new life.
I think it is the most amazing thing.
When I had my daughter it was the most amazing experience I have ever been through, it was after she was born was when my trouble started BUT yes you're right.
Without judging anyone, I haven't understood why so many women scream and make so much noise when having a child. I worked through my pain WITH my child, I had no pain relief or Gas and Air, I wanted to feel everything. AND BOY I DID!!!
Unfortunately the chance of me having another child is very slim so I think about my daughters birthday, everyday.
2006-09-25 10:52:16 · answer #2 · answered by pinkytickle 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had 4 children of my own and have been priviledged to have been at the births of my 5 grandchildren and i can only say that it is a truly amazing emotional moment when those children come into the world, the blood gore etc which is a part of that process is there for a reason but the excitement is overwelming and you do not care or even notice that part.
2006-09-28 08:27:59 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people find birth is gross, sometimes it can be, some are different than other's, but it's the same with the sight of blood, some don't mind it other's do, or with surgery, some can't sit down and watch any procedure done, and other's aren't bothered by it.
Personally I'm not a huge fan of it, but afterwards it's very rewarding, but the whole process isn't a pretty picture.. LoL
2006-09-25 10:39:02 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'll bet your friend hasn't had kids or witnessed the process 1st hand has she. I've had 3 kids and witnessed the birth of my nephew and it is a world changing moment. It is one of those things that makes every little thing insignificant. Yes it is gory and unpleasant but look at the result! And of course it is the most natural thing to man, to give birth. The thoughts on pregnancy are changing for the worse unfortunately, many women opting for a C-Section, if there is no medical reason for having one why do they? to not have the pain?To posh to push? Whats a few hours of pain and gore when the result is a loving companion and friend for life!
2006-09-25 10:37:28 · answer #5 · answered by SAMANTHA H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had two kids and have seen my niece being born...I could have done with out seeing it. I guess it wasn't so much disgusting as it was a reminder of how painful child birth was. As opposed to the being amazing and awe inspiring, seeing my children alive and healthy everyday, is awe inspiring. Seeing my niece turn 6 after having a liver transplant at 1y/o...that's amazing.
2006-09-25 10:50:11 · answer #6 · answered by mahree 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course it's disgusting. You've said it in your question: "yicky with lots of blood etc." I'm not saying that good things don't come out of it, but that doesn't stop it being disgusting.
I mean the woman normally poos on the birthing table!
2006-09-25 10:40:50 · answer #7 · answered by Steve-Bob 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's not disgusting. It's just awkward and weird. By seeing a newborn drenched in blood and water coming out from the uterus is weird. When I was in 8th grade, I had to see my mom go through labor with my youngest brother, because my dad was scared to death to come in. That moment affected how I feel about pregnancy. I was scared and didn't want to have children. After a while, the feeling goes away. I am now 33 weeks pregnant with my first baby and scared to death on how I'm going to go through this. However, the moment I get to see my baby and hold him in my arms, I will definately feel that the pain is worth it.
2006-09-26 10:35:04 · answer #8 · answered by Mrs Apple 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Watching my son being born was one of the most amazing things I have even witnessed. I was so happy he was healthy I started to cry. How could anyone think watching a child being born was disgusting???. It was beautiful. If you are a parent I don't think you could say that it was anything but beautiful.
2006-09-25 10:39:21 · answer #9 · answered by timbrock123 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is amazing but I never cried the second the babies were born. It took me time to bond with the babies. I guess when you get the baby it didn't seem real to me. I love having my babies. the placenta looks pretty gross and I hear that some women actually poo on the table but other than that it wasn't like horribly gross. Mucus plug... that looks pretty sick too but who doesn't love the baby or the smell of a newborn right?
2006-09-25 10:52:06 · answer #10 · answered by tina*21 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it is disgusting. I think it is the most beautiful sight someone can see. Being able to give birth is a gift from God and it is a wonderful experience. For some people it may not be what they want to see on a regular basis and for people who do not want to have children it may be gross but It is a wonderful experience to have someone share with you
2006-09-25 11:22:05 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋