we are women

it is really important to remember that at the end of the day as women, we know our body best-not the dr or midwife or nurse, etc.  if we believe that our bodies are physically prepared to handle pregnancy and delivery then we can mentally and emotionally prepare.  Labor and delivery does entail mental and emotional preparation, it is not just a physical act.  there is nothing more important than preparing ourselves.  if we leave everything in the hands of our dr or midwife then we may very well not be pleased with the outcome.  learn what all your options are.  know that you are capable!  9 months is a long time to simply sit and wait until labor starts.  be proactive.  read, talk to moms, take private childbirth education classes, realize what you are truly capable of.  we are women, we are stronger than we think!