Birthing Pool

"Marta came to help me move from the bathtub to the birthing pool, where I had space for my legs, finally. They were still filling it up with the kids around. I remember the pain, a moment of self-doubt, Marta was there letting me know that I could do it. Marcus was right in front of me, telling me the same through his gaze, offering me a towel to grab with my hands and to even bite with my teeth out of pain, if necessary. He was staring into my eyes every second of each wave, I will never forget that look. His eyes gave me strength and love. (Have you ever felt that through someone else's eyes in a moment of pure surrender? I felt totally connected to him in a very unique way). I began to scream with every contraction. The kids changed their mood to a more calm one and stayed right there close to me, surprised."