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Interview with a Homebirth Father: PaulInterview with a Homebirth Father: Meet Paul - Alisha's Husband. Alisha: Before reading my husband's answers, you ought to know just a tiny bit about him, so that his answers don't offend. He served as a Marine - so therefore, he doesn't always put things delicately and he isn't exactly the talkative or mush-mush type...although pictures of him with the kids show otherwise! When I read his answers, I too raised my eyebrows...or maybe even cast him a dirty look - especially in reference to the goats! But I think he is a great father - and husband!! 
NPM: What was your first impression when I started looking into natural childbirth? Paul: Concern for safety of [my wife] and my child. I also thought that it was more of a hippy-type of thing that really was not our style. NPM: What was your biggest objection and why? How did it turn out? Paul: I thought that in the event of an emergency, help would be too far away. However, it turned out fine. NPM: Did you have any fears? Paul: Of course, there is always concern for the unknown, however, "fear" is too strong of a word. If I truly feared it, I would never have given my consent. A Little History: When I - Alisha - was pregnant, Paul and I attended the labor of one of Florence's goats. Florence would say: "See how she is quiet until she pushes...See how she eats and drinks whenever she wants to...She gets into whatever position is best for her..." Watching an animal labor truly was a help for my labor! NPM: What were your thoughts during my 1) pregnancy and 2) labor? Paul: During your first pregnancy I was thinking, "Wow, it looks and even sounds like the goats!" During the second labor I was thinking, "Boy or girl, boy or girl, boy or girl..." NPM: What was the biggest difference - positive and/or negative - from the first to the second birth? Paul: I think the biggest difference was time. The first labor seemed to take several hours, but the second it was more like, "Here catch!" NPM: What was your role? What would you have done differently? Paul: I was primarily errand boy, or support staff. Looking back, I would have probably done about the same. NPM: What advice do you have for other dads that are new to natural childbirth? Paul: Evaluate your wife and make sure she is truly dedicated to this because it takes a strong, dedicated woman to stay focused and not change her mind during labor. Becoming a father is one my proudest moments and delivering my own children has truly strengthened that bond that I feel for each of them." To leave a comment or review Click Here Read others' comments and reviews. Would You Like to Share this Page? It's easy, just click on the code below and paste. The code will read as follows: Interview with a Homebirth Father Interview with Paul: ReviewsAny thoughts? A comment or a story? A suggestion? Share with us! |
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