Chapter six-Arrival of baby Aria

We got into the “LDR” and the doctors and nurses got things ready. On my left hand, I have a cannula attached to my wrist with epidural drugs being administered by one of the nurses. The pain has become intense but I was instructed by the doctor not to push, till I am told to do so. I turned and was surprised to see Damian in the hospital room. I can't remember calling him because I thought he might be busy. I was scared he might turn down the offer if I told him to come and be my birth partner.

His presence gave me hope and a new kind of strength that I didn’t know I had, for a moment it seemed as if the pain was no more. The doctor was ready and informed me that it was time for delivery and Damien was beside them.

Then the doctor instructed me to push but I didn’t have any strength and I am beginning to feel weak. Damien came to my bedside and said " “Look at me babe, look at me,” he moved my face so our eyes would meet.” You have to push please, you need to listen to the doctor, ou