After hours of Pitocin and no progress, I had to make a decision that shifted everything. This is the story of how I delivered my daughter via C-section—full of fear, strength, and love.

I went in for a routine baby checkup, ready for cute sonogram pics and a stress-free day. Instead? Surprise contractions, high blood pressure, and an overnight stay. Apparently, my body RSVP’d to labor early—and forgot to tell me.