Birthing Center Tour

Benjamin and I went and took our birthing center tour today and I must say, we were disappointed. Our doula came (YAY!) with us and helped clarify some questions but the RN made it feel like our questions were dumb. As many of you know, we are going to try to have Josiah the old fashion way....no drugs. Apparently, that is no longer normal. According to the RN she said that the majority of women are INDUCED and subsequently recieve the epidural. I (being the smart a$$ that I am) then gestured toward our doula and said "shes my epidural." At which point, the RN was like good for you and you can do it, BUT (always gotta have one) go into labor flexible. Well DUH. I am so tired of people thinking that its impossible to do a natural labor. If I end up getting an epidural because of the pain, so be it, but I would appreciate people keeping their negative/doubtful thoughts to themselves. The center should also be renamed. A true birthing center has more facilities for the mother going through labor....like a nice bath tub, the option to have a water birth, a working birthing ball. When I asked if they had a ball,....the RN was like...well, we do but it doesnt really get used and it doesnt stay inflated. This center is just an extension of a hospital! Its all good though, our doula has a bag of tricks that she brings with her, and Benjamin and I are going to go buy a birthing ball next weekend. Anyways! Good news...we have like 48 days till Christmas!!!! Whoo Hoo!! =)