We women have the amazing opportunity to nurture a little one from conception, then then birth him or her into the world.  For me personally, this process has included suffering.  However, I wouldn’t trade it for anything.  I tremendously value how I was able to touch the unseen spiritual realm, and the maturity and growth that I gained through it.

Three weeks ago I gave birth to my second baby, Noah John Hesed.  It was an intense 12 hours of difficult work since he was posterior (just like my first child).  I found myself fighting discouragement during the process.  “Why is this happening again?” I would moan inwardly.  “I worked so hard to avoid a posterior labor!”

I’m halfway through my 37th week of pregnancy and I’m starting to feel ready to have this baby!  I feel much better than I did with my first pregnancy (probably due to more exercise, more protein, more veggies, AND chiropractic care.)  But I’m still thankful that I won’t be pregnant forever!

“Are you nervous about labor?”  I’ve been asked several times.  The answer is no.  Not at all, just excited!  The birth supplies are ready for the home birth and now I’m just preparing my heart.

God has been speaking to me about his role in this upcoming birth.

I will give you thanks, for you answered me, and have become my deliverer. – Psalm 118:21 (Net Bible)

God is showing me that HE is the deliverer.

The Lord is on my side as my helper. – Psalm 118:7 (Net Bible)

HE is among those who support me.  Isn’t he so kind?