I remember asking Jennifer, “Should I just get checked again?” — the words reluctantly coming out of my mouth several times. I will never forget her telling me that I could, or I could continue to do exactly what I was doing. A little later, I asked, “How do I know when to push? Should I start pushing?” Her reply: “Why not?” In that moment, I felt like I was given permission to fully own and embrace my birth.

Join me in welcoming baby Blyss Everleigh to the world! Beautiful first time parents Alisha and Josh brought baby Blyss earthside with...

* 8.14.14 * Ty Johnson Robert Ghali * 10#12oz * 21.5 “ That very first contraction began around 1:30am. We had a hunch tonight would be...