Although this family had plans to have a homebirth, things changed quickly when Kim found out she had preeclampsia and was sent to the hospital for an induction. This first-time mother was still determined to have the pain-med-free birth she’d made plans for and with the help of her husband, midwife, and nurse practitioners, she did just that. Pregnancy was physically and emotionally exhausting for Kim so she was so ready to meet her baby boy and once active labor was established, it wouldn’t be much longer until she did. After multiple doses of Cervidil, a balloon foley, Pitocin, and many pushes, Leo was born at 2:36 PM into his mother and father’s arms. Enjoy this birth story full of perseverance, empowerment, the sheer innate power that every birthing person possesses.