Ryker “One more hard push, Alena, your little one is nearly here,” the midwife announces. “I can’t. I am too tired,” Alena whimpers. The day was finally here. Our little one was coming to join us in the big world, a week late, but still. Alena has been in labour for sixteen hours. She was exhausted, and you can’t blame her. “You got this, my love, one more push,” I encouraged. I was under strict instruction to stay at her side. Alena did not want me to be down there, watching, and I respected that. I can’t even imagine what her body is going through right now. It was incredible, and it shows even more just how strong women are. I was so proud of her. Alena nods, taking a few deep breaths and does as the midwife asks. And only a few minutes later, the room fill