Childbirth I suppose will be like any one of the adrenaline sports I have come to enjoy, not that I will particularly enjoy the process, but definitely the outcome. I go into this experience that has yet to occur, thinking about how I have had those mentally draining moments while cycling for hours on end, pushing my body to its limits; how I have run for miles, pounding ground and pavement, telling myself I can do this, pushing myself to keep going. I've learned a kind of mental strength that has allowed me to persevere where I would have otherwise become overwhelmed by the physical demand put on my body during my exploits.
The ability to meditate as learned through my practice with Yoga and becoming a teacher should also be a useful skill for the upcoming event. I was reading about hypnobirthing and self hypnosis and everything seems to be inline with meditation and affirmation. Meditation will provide the balance and mental direction I feel I will need to bring this beautiful little girl into the world.
