My Emotional Rollercoaster: When Baby Cherry Flipped Breech (and Back!) + Ozzy Starting School

Hey my loves!! Gosh, where do I even begin with this one? It’s been… a lot. Like, a real lot. I feel like I just blinked and suddenly a million things happened all at once, and my heart has been doing this crazy little dance between pure joy, total anxiety, and just so much gratitude. I promise I’m not the biggest cryer, like, I really try to keep it together most of the time, but these past couple of weeks? They’ve tested me, you guys. Tested me good. And tbh, I’ve shed more than a few happy-sad tears. :,)

You know how life just throws you curveballs when you least expect it? Well, that’s exactly what happened. We were all cruising along, getting ready for baby Cherry to make her grand entrance, and then BAM. A little plot twist. And then, right on the heels of that, another huge milestone for our sweet Ozzy. My heart just can’t keep up sometimes, but in the best way possible. I just wanted to sit down and spill all the tea, bc I know so many of you have been through similar things, and sometimes it just helps to know you’re not alone in the crazy.

The Breech Baby Rollercoaster: Cherry’s Big Flip

Okay, let’s talk about baby Cherry first. Oh my goodness, this little girl already has a personality, I swear. So, for weeks, everything was looking good. She was head down, chilling, doing what she was supposed to do. We were all so excited, picturing her arrival, dreaming about holding her. And then, at one of my appointments, my doctor was like, “Hmm, I think she might have flipped.” My heart just dropped, you guys. Like, literally. I was like, NO. Please no. Not now. Not when we’re so close.

And sure enough, after another check, it was confirmed. My sweet baby Cherry had flipped back to breech. Like, why?! Why would you do that, little one?! I know it’s not her fault, obviously, she’s just doing her thing in there, but in my head, I was just so confused and a little bit devastated. The thought of a breech birth, or even a C-section, just wasn’t in my birth plan, you know? I had this vision, and suddenly it felt like it was slipping away. I know, I know, sometimes plans change, and you just have to roll with it, but in that moment, I was just really sad. I called Tanner right away, and he’s always my rock, always so calm, but even he was a little surprised.

My Natural Flipping Mission (Against Tanner’s Will, Kinda)

So, what did I do? I went into full-on mission mode. I was like, no way, Jose. This baby is going to flip back. I started researching *everything* about natural ways to encourage a breech baby to turn. And let me tell you, there’s a lot out there! I was doing inversions, like, literally hanging upside down off the couch. Tanner would walk in and just shake his head, like, “What are you doing now, Lo?” Hahah. Bless his heart, he’s so patient with me. I was doing the spinning babies exercises, spending time on all fours, talking to Cherry, begging her to turn. I even tried ice packs on my belly (supposedly they move away from the cold, who knew?!). I was listening to hypnobirthing tracks, visualizing her head down. I was doing all the things, you guys. ALL. THE. THINGS.

I was seeing a chiropractor who specializes in Webster technique, which is supposed to help align your pelvis to give baby more room to turn. It felt so good, honestly, just getting adjusted. I was drinking raspberry leaf tea, eating pineapple, doing yoga poses. My body felt like a science experiment, but I was so determined. I was praying, too. So many prayers. I just felt this deep need to try everything I could before even considering other options. I know every mom’s journey is different, and whatever happens, happens, but I just felt like I had to give it my all for this little girl.

Ozzy’s Big Girl School Adventure

And then, amidst all of this breech baby drama, our sweet Ozzy started school! Can you even believe it?! My little Ozzy, going to school. It feels like just yesterday I was holding her as a tiny baby, and now she’s walking into a classroom with her backpack, ready to learn. My heart just swells thinking about it. We did all the back-to-school shopping, got her cute new clothes, picked out her lunchbox. She was so excited, and honestly, so was I, but also, my heart was aching a little bit. That bittersweet feeling, you know? Like, my babies are growing up so fast, and I just want to freeze time sometimes.

Dropping her off that first day, I had to hold back the tears. She was so brave, just walked right in, gave me a quick hug and a wave. My little independent girl. I watched her go, and I just stood there for a minute, taking it all in. It’s such a huge milestone, and it just hit me how quickly time flies. Stella was so excited for her too, being the big sister and showing her the ropes. Our family is just growing and changing so fast, and sometimes it’s hard to keep up with all the emotions that come with it.

The Moment of Truth: She Flipped Back! :,)

So, after all the inversions, the chiro, the talking to my belly, the prayers… we went back for another check-up. And you guys. YOU GUYS. She flipped back! My baby girl, Cherry, she’s head down again! I literally almost cried right there in the doctor’s office. I was so overwhelmed with relief and just pure joy. All that effort, all those weird positions, all that wishing and hoping… it worked! I just knew it in my gut, I really did. I just felt like she was going to turn. I called Tanner right away, and he was so happy too. It was like this huge weight was lifted off my shoulders.

I feel so incredibly grateful. Like, beyond grateful. It’s such a small thing in the grand scheme of life, but it felt so huge to me. Just knowing that she’s in a good position, and that my body and her body worked together, it just makes me feel so connected to her already. I know there are no guarantees, and she could technically flip again (please no, Cherry, please stay put!), but for now, I’m just soaking in this win. It feels like a little miracle, honestly.

Embracing the Messy, Beautiful Journey

So yeah, it’s been an emotional couple of weeks, to say the least. Between the baby acrobatics and Ozzy starting her big school adventure, my heart has been on overdrive. But you know what? That’s motherhood, right? It’s this beautiful, messy, unpredictable journey filled with so many highs and lows. And through it all, I just try to lean into the feelings, whatever they are. It’s okay to be sad, it’s okay to be anxious, and it’s definitely okay to be over-the-moon happy. I think that’s what makes it all so real and so special.

I’m just so thankful for my amazing family. Tanner, who lets me hang upside down off the couch and always reassures me. Stella, who’s such a wonderful big sister and helps me with everything. Ozzy, who’s growing into such a bright, independent little girl. And my sweet baby Cherry, who’s already teaching me so much about patience and trust, even before she’s here. I couldn’t imagine doing any of this without them. They’re my whole world, and they make every single emotional rollercoaster worth it.

Now, I just have to pray she stays this way 🙏🏽🙏🏽. Send all the good vibes and head-down thoughts our way! I’m just so excited to meet this little girl, whenever she decides to make her grand entrance. And I’m so grateful for all of you, for being here and sharing in this crazy, wonderful life with me. Love you guys sm!! ❤