Whether you are a new mother or you are having a second or even third child, it’s wonderful to keep a diary of your journey to childbirth.  Telling your own personal birth story is a great way to help you establish a reminder of all of the events that occur, both good and bad.  It is also a great keepsake for your child to look back on when he or she gets older.  A birth story can be told in many different ways and from many different perspectives.  You can choose to write your birth story in a private diary or journal.  This can be a great way to express your feelings and keep track of different things that happen such as doctor visits, when your baby is kicking, what your cravings are, and many other things.  This is an excellent way to keep records with a personal touch as well.

A new popular trend is for mothers to tell their birth story online.  This is usually done in the form of a “blog”, a web log that allows people to post things and others can read it.  By telling your birth story in blog form, you open up the door for other mothers to read your experiences.  It’s also a great way for family and friends to check on your progress.  Many websites have a database where mothers can post their birth story, and read the birth story of others as well.  It’s a wonderful way to create a network of support and see how others dealt with their own individual experiences.  Every birth story is unique and special, and by sharing yours with others, it creates a sense of togetherness among new mothers.  It is a wonderful thing for you and your partner, so you can look back at that special day with fond memories.