Pregnant and due December 11

I have had two labors and both were home births. I used a water pool for the first stage as well as had gas and air when the pain was really strong. Then I got on to my bed for the pushing stage and that lasted twenty minutes. Then my first son was born and he looked so lovely. I had a retained placenta though. I woke up with mild contractions and wasn't sure if I was in labor. I rang the midwife and two came round to my house. I wanted to lay down on my sofa because my labor was happening way too quick. I had twenty minutes of strong contractions then I sat up and my second son was born. I delivered placenta fine so that was a relief. I hadn't had any pain relief because my pool was still filling and the gas and air hadn't been set up. I think that you will know you are in labor if contractions begin or you have a show. Good luck. Things to think about: 1. Do you want an active labor? 2. Would you like a natural labor? 3. How will you relax? Breathing techniques, calm music, water etc.