OHbaby! Forums : Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 07 May 2026 13:26:42 +0000 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 19:01:37 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 11.10 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=38978 <![CDATA[OHbaby! Forums]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Ok, gee that is close, can I ask...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5854512&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5854512 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 17 November 2013 at 7:01pm

Ok, gee that is close, can I ask what hospital this was at? ]]> Sun, 17 Nov 2013 19:01:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5854512&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5854512 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : For me it was two to three weeks...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5854511&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5854511 Author: fallen
Subject: 38978
Posted: 17 November 2013 at 6:53pm

For me it was two to three weeks before the actual surgery.]]> Sun, 17 Nov 2013 18:53:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5854511&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5854511 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Reassurance needed, I am having...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5854509&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5854509 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 17 November 2013 at 6:27pm

Reassurance needed,

I am having a c section birth mid jan, dr keeps saying around 39 weeks, preferably closer to 40 and that is all fine with me. What I'm starting to stress about is I have not been given an actual date yet. Just wondered when those tht have had scheduled c sections were given the confirmed date. I need to organise my support like my mum to come up and help me and she needs to book time off work , and of course my husbands time off work, but I am assuming they are flexible with that due to the nature of birth. I'm just aware I will need extra help so the more precise the timing of help the better.
Anyway at what stage did you get your surgery booked in?
Thank you all]]> Sun, 17 Nov 2013 18:27:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5854509&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5854509 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi (: yes i have had my section,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5851308&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5851308 Author: Farmerswife33
Subject: 38978
Posted: 18 October 2013 at 3:00am

Hi (: yes i have had my section, i had one booked in but went into labour 4 days before so i went in then. He was born 11/9/2013, (my midwifes birthday) ha-ha. Wasn't as bad as i thought at all i was in recovery for 5 hours after as i was having heavy bleeding cause my uterus wouldn't contract down and they couldn't get my pain under control which sucked cause i couldn't hold my baby till they got that under control. But once that was it was ok, iv had a fairly good recovery but am hoping for a vaginal next birth. I have however had a lot of trouble with breast feeding. Been very stressful but all in all i love being a mum best job in the world. ]]> Fri, 18 Oct 2013 03:00:38 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5851308&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5851308 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi HayleyHave you had your c section...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5851307&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5851307 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 18 October 2013 at 1:12am

Hi Hayley

Have you had your c section ? How did it all go? ]]> Fri, 18 Oct 2013 01:12:31 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5851307&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5851307 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi all, due to have my first c...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5847259&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5847259 Author: Hayley128158
Subject: 38978
Posted: 31 August 2013 at 8:43pm

Hi all, due to have my first c section with first baby in a few weeks as he is breech. Feeling very nervous about the pain and how I'm going to feel after. About the whole operation itself. Im afraid of needles and wondering if the spinal is as bad as it sounds? Does it hurt to get up and walk for the first time? Please help.]]> Sat, 31 Aug 2013 20:43:02 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5847259&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5847259 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi there - I am so pleased to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5846661&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5846661 Author: HelenOf3
Subject: 38978
Posted: 24 August 2013 at 7:07pm

Hi there - I am so pleased to finally find a forum like this. I had a wonderful midwife for my first pregnancy and did everything right, I thought, but ended up with an emergency c section. There was nothing anyone could have done. I was advised to have a specialist for future pregnancies and sought two independent opinions and reluctantly agreed to an elective c section as I was strongly advised this was my only safe option. I have now had 3 cesareans. I still don't understand what the stigma is. I have had some really negative and hurtful and nasty comments made to me about it. But what was I supposed to do? We didn't want this to stop us having more children but it has to be safe for mum and baby. The second was somewhat complicated but funnily enough the third has been a breeze! I don't tell people I have c sections anymore because I hate not knowing what the response is going to be. It is not my choice to have my births this way, I would do anything to change it, but I adore my 3 children and know they are worth it :-) Those of us who have had c sections should support each other and slowly help to educated people that it is not necessarily a 'choice' but just a fact of life. Without these interventions, not so long ago, 1 in 8-9 woman died in childbirth. I was told I would have been one of them, I was as close as half an hour away the specialists reckon. Pretty scary thought really. ]]> Sat, 24 Aug 2013 19:07:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5846661&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5846661 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Yes, I totally know what you mean...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845179&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845179 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 11 August 2013 at 9:28am

Yes, I totally know what you mean about visitors being more work than help and I initially thought no visitors for first few weeks. The in laws live overseas so their stays are lengthy and 24/7 at our house so we have decided they will not come until bub is at least three months. Hopefully my mum I will find it easier to tell her when to come and go.
Thanks for advice on hospital. I will be delivering at Auckland national women's. must look into a tour. I think they like to move you to birthcare (smaller maternty hospital not far away) when you are able, but I'm hoping I can stretch my time in hospital as you have to share a room at birthcare unless you pay over $300 a night for a single room. ]]> Sun, 11 Aug 2013 09:28:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845179&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845179 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : All hosps have diff policies and...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845177&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845177 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 11 August 2013 at 9:16am

All hosps have diff policies and have heard of some that let partner stay. They will normally try to give you a single room for a CS..usually with yr own ensuite. A huge thing that I checked out hosp for when we looked around is a bed that goes up and down etc with a pulley handle above to hold onto..helps with mobility and independence in the first few days. We were going to go to Waikato but rejected it after seeing state of the ward etc and opted for Tauranga which my MW was also affiliated with. Good idea to have yr mum up to help out if you all get on..but have heard stories of some visitors that were more work than help IYKWIM. Another good tip for any new mum is get lots of meals made and frozen beforehand. Makes a huge diff to your days with a newborn..]]> Sun, 11 Aug 2013 09:16:44 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845177&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845177 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thanks milliemama That was going...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845174&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845174 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 11 August 2013 at 8:49am

Thanks milliemama

That was going to be my next question, how long did you need to stay in hospital. Did you get a single room? was your partner able to stay the night? Bit concerned as we don't have any family living near by and my husband only gets two weeks of parental leave, might have to get my mum to travel up when he's back at work. Excited nonetheless. Trying to remain active in pregnancy and hopefully that'll help me with mobilising afterwards.

Edited by Babycakes1 - 11 August 2013 at 8:51am]]> Sun, 11 Aug 2013 08:49:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845174&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845174 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hoestly I know what you mean but...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845165&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845165 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 10 August 2013 at 10:25pm

Hoestly I know what you mean but I came across so many on this site with good positive experiences that it put my mind at ease about choosing an elective for my 2nd. I asked a lot of questions snd and we all shared tips which was great. My recovery with both CS was helped by a couple of things I think, really good support from partner. He just took over the cooking, cleaning, washing etc for the first few weeks and I didnt try to do more than I should, just chilled with bubs. I also was told the quicker you get moving around after surgery the better. ..so on 2nd day in hosp made myself get up for a shower with help and from then on woukd    slowly shuffle round to kitchen and back for exercise. By the end ofmy stay in hosp day 5. Was feeling ready for home.]]> Sat, 10 Aug 2013 22:25:46 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845165&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845165 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thank you, it&#039;s the recovery...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845125&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845125 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 10 August 2013 at 12:15pm

Thank you, it's the recovery that I am most concerned about to be honest. Im pretty healthy but still its a bit daunting as I've never had an operation before. And also others views seem to be so harsh and negative regards c sections! ]]> Sat, 10 Aug 2013 12:15:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845125&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845125 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Well I found this site brilliant...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845111&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845111 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 10 August 2013 at 10:10am

Well I found this site brilliant and would recommend reading everything when you get the time. I personally had beautiful birthing experiences both times with an Em CS and an elective so dont let anyone tell you different. I think a lot depends on your expectations. Go into it with a positive attitude and read up on everything so you have knowledge because knowledge is power and this helps to take away that helpless feeling some woman experience. Oh and keep yourself healthy for post op recovery. Happy to answer any questions you've hit ;-)]]> Sat, 10 Aug 2013 10:10:37 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845111&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845111 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thanks for your reply, milliemama,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845109&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845109 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 10 August 2013 at 9:51am

Thanks for your reply, milliemama, I'm having a c section mid jan (first baby) and thought it would be nice to chat with others in the same boat. ]]> Sat, 10 Aug 2013 09:51:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5845109&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5845109 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Still getting the posts..still...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5844941&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5844941 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 08 August 2013 at 10:12pm

Still getting the posts..still breathing! Haven't been here in ages tho]]> Thu, 08 Aug 2013 22:12:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5844941&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5844941 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Such an old thread but thought...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5844808&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5844808 Author: Babycakes1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 07 August 2013 at 10:46pm

Such an old thread but thought I'd see if anyone is still on here]]> Wed, 07 Aug 2013 22:46:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5844808&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5844808 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Bump for KLH ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5814979&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5814979 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 30 September 2012 at 10:43am

Bump for KLH ]]> Sun, 30 Sep 2012 10:43:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5814979&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5814979 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Oh I talk to myself all the time,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5802239&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5802239 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 13 June 2012 at 7:13pm

Oh I talk to myself all the time, guaranteed at least one person is listening to me, cos my 3yr old sure ain't. lol]]> Wed, 13 Jun 2012 19:13:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5802239&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5802239 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I found Lactulose the best for...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5801375&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5801375 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 07 June 2012 at 8:56pm

I found Lactulose the best for post c/s bowel movements and lots of fluids/fruit too of course.

Allong with the spatone iron supplement I also took the blackmores BF/preg supplments.

**Waves Hi** pleased not to be talking to myself]]> Thu, 07 Jun 2012 20:56:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5801375&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5801375 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Oh and in reply to you GirlsRock,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5801121&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5801121 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 06 June 2012 at 1:22pm

Oh and in reply to you GirlsRock, scar is good doesn't bother me at all and my stomach is making a slow recovery and going down. Has taken ages to go down this time but was better than last PG where I put on weight after the birth.]]> Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:22:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5801121&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5801121 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : sorry for late reply, teething...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5801119&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5801119 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 06 June 2012 at 1:16pm

sorry for late reply, teething issues here with grumpy bub. I second everything the others have said, despite what you read sometimes, ie can't have skin to skin with bubs and CS, they are too drugged up to feed property etcetc. I had skin to skin straight away and she latched on minutes after that. Same for both CS's, em and elective. Worried bout needle too as was in full on contractions first time round, but I did what the nurse told me (great advice, just like what tictac said, roll your back and relax) I honestly didn't feel it so was rapt with that.

Recovery, get up and about asap. Made myself get up the second day for a shower, but wasn't as mobile as first Em CS, but with nurses help did it and felt so much better after then it was slow and steady after that.

Take the pain medication they are offering before you need it even if its not your thing (wasn't mine) this is major abdominal surgery we are talking about and it will aid recovery.
DO NOT be afraid to ring for help, no matter how busy they are, thats what they are there for. Even if its just for a water or something to eat, or to change bubs.   cos you are unable to the first day or so.

Taking natural iron supplement before birth and after will aid recovery especially if you lose a bit of blood. I also talk spirulina tablets and BF multi vit for energy.

Don't attempt too much when you come home even if you feel fine, cos you will probably pay for it later. Just chill out with your lovely new bubs and get to know them.

Oooh and prune juice, my saviour! Going to the loo can be a mission the first time after birth and anything to help that along is more than welcome. I took a big bottle to the hospital as well as comfort food, that I could help myself to when I was awake at odd hours.

Sorry for ramble but found advice like this invaluable to prep myself and both my CS experiences were great. ]]> Wed, 06 Jun 2012 13:16:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5801119&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5801119 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I was interested to read that...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800814&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800814 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 04 June 2012 at 2:09pm

I was interested to read that Jessica Simpson had fear of a vaginal birth and opted for a c/s.

Here is the link http://blogs.babycenter.com/celebrities/04192012-jessica-simpson-fears-birth-opts-for-c-section/

A reader comments below...

NOT SAD AT ALL. You say have mom should have the birth she birth she wants – if a woman for any reason wants a c-section they should be able to have one.

I am ABSOLUTELY TERRIFIED – I cry every day about it. I’ve BEGGED my dr. for a c-section because of my overwhelming anxiety.


]]> Mon, 04 Jun 2012 14:09:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800814&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800814 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Spatone is a good iron supplement...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800195&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800195 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 29 May 2012 at 8:23pm

Spatone is a good iron supplement to take. i took it with my 3rd and felt way better.]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 20:23:05 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800195&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800195 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Yep we had skin to skin as soon...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800111&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800111 Author: tictacjunkie
Subject: 38978
Posted: 29 May 2012 at 10:39am

Yep we had skin to skin as soon as the paeds had done their checks, even had my last daughter latched on while I was in recovery.

For the spinal just follow the tech's instructions, roll your back, stay still etc, so they can do it as quickly as possible, once it's in it's all on, so just focus past the actual stabby bit!

Speedier recovery- I've found (I've had 5 c-sect) that making sure I was taking a good preg mulit-vit during pregnancy helped a lot with the recovery, remember you aren't just getting over surgery but dealing with sleepless nights, hormone rollercoasters and milk production, so being vitamin deficient is not a good idea.

Be kind to yourself and accept offers of help. I'm not good as letting other people help so I made a mental list of things I could delegate to other people if they asked (my list was hanging washing, loading the dishwasher, making the older children's beds).

As Girls Rock said walking up and down the hall a bit will help, I made a point of going to the loo further away instead of the closer one (whenever I had a visitor to watch bubs). Once I got home I quite enjoyed doing the vacuuming, was good movement and quite good for my mental health too!

Hope everything goes well, ]]> Tue, 29 May 2012 10:39:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800111&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800111 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I was fine with the needle going...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800073&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800073 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 28 May 2012 at 9:22pm

I was fine with the needle going in. All i kept thinking to myself was the sooner the needles was in the sooner my baby would be in my arms.

after a quick check at the peads table he was skin to skin within a few minutes.

Spinal in at 8.50, baby born 8.55am and in my arms 8.56am

Recovery speedier - um help help help.
One of the mw on the ward actually said that the smokers recover the best as they are the ones walking outside for a smoke and the walking is the best thing you can do post c/s, im not a smoker thou, but I had a friend in the ward at the same time so went to visit her several times a day our rooms at opp end of ward, so a wee walk did me good.

Hopefully there are some more mums around.
Might pay to say what hospital you are going to birth at cos other mums in that area might be able to help you more with some specific questions.

Also be firm with your mw with your requests.]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 21:22:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800073&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800073 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi ladies (hopefully some of you...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800056&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800056 Author: islandgirl
Subject: 38978
Posted: 28 May 2012 at 8:15pm

Hi ladies (hopefully some of you around!)... just had a few questions about your CX... I had an emCX last time and am pretty sure I'm heading in for an elective this time around.

1) Were you allowed skin-skin straight after the baby was lifted out of the sunroof?

2) How did you cope with the needle going in? I was totally out of it last time and don't remember it happening, but I do remember getting 4 lumber punctures (at diff times) and they totally stressed me out!

3) Was there anything you did to speed up your recovery?

thanks... I'm sure I'll have a few questions.. I just want to be prepared before talking to obs about my "rights" if that makes sense...

TIA]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 20:15:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5800056&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5800056 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hows your scars ladys, do they...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5799582&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5799582 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 24 May 2012 at 8:00pm

Hows your scars ladys, do they bother you? im 7m post c/s no2 and couldnt care in the slightest, my ob did a fab job.

Did you get staples or running stitch?]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 20:00:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5799582&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5799582 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Any lurkers in here at all ladies?? We...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5795508&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5795508 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 30 April 2012 at 4:11pm

Any lurkers in here at all ladies??

We are here to support you and listen]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:11:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5795508&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5795508 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : article about :Baby dies after...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5789850&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5789850 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 25 March 2012 at 8:14pm

article about :Baby dies after scar ruptures>

may that poor wee baby f;y with the angels
]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:14:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5789850&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5789850 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : This poor pooe lady and family,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5789848&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5789848 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 25 March 2012 at 8:13pm

This poor pooe lady and family, wonder why the docs sent her home, wonder why they didnt listen too her, wonder if she had to have a hysterectomy. http://www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/news/article.cfm?c_id=1&objectid=10794474]]> Sun, 25 Mar 2012 20:13:49 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5789848&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5789848 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : http://www.guardian.co.uk/soci...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5788104&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5788104 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 17 March 2012 at 2:44pm

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2005/dec/03/health.medicineandhealth]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:44:14 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5788104&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5788104 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : http://thestir.cafemom.com/bab...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5788103&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5788103 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 17 March 2012 at 2:31pm

http://thestir.cafemom.com/baby/134557/gentle_csection_birth_trend_may

amercian but abet a great read]]> Sat, 17 Mar 2012 14:31:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5788103&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5788103 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I think if you are happy to accept...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5787138&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5787138 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 13 March 2012 at 12:40pm

I think if you are happy to accept that that's the way its got to be, although not your ideal situation, then you can move on to making it a really positive experience with a wonderful little dot to cherish at the end of it. Read up all you can on the surgery etc so you know what to expect and make it the best it can be. This is a good place to start. I've had 2 cs, one emergency and one elective, both great positive experiences with good recovery.

GL ]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 12:40:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5787138&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5787138 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Not sure if this thread is frequented...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5786973&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5786973 Author: Dot2012
Subject: 38978
Posted: 12 March 2012 at 4:24pm

Not sure if this thread is frequented often, but as someone who has just found out they have to have an 'elective' c-section its been great to read all the positive (and the negative) comments that are here. I'm just looking forward to meeting my baby and want that to be as happy an experience as it can be. I do feel a bit cheated that I won't get the birthing experience I wanted, but at the end of the day I know that I'd give it all in a heartbeat for a healthy baby and a healthy me!]]> Mon, 12 Mar 2012 16:24:51 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5786973&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5786973 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : ...From one of my many parenting...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5780384&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5780384 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 13 February 2012 at 4:24pm

...From one of my many parenting books...

Cesearean Birth
The purpose for cesearean section surgery is basic: to safeguard the life of the baby or the mother. Most often referred to as a c/section, delivery is accomplished through an incision in the abdominal wall and uterus.

The decision to do a c/section may be made either prior to your due date because of a known condition or because of an unexpected complication during labour. In either case, competent doctors have your best interests in mind.

Keep in mind that having a c/s performed is a medical decision and that in no ways reflects on your motherhood.

There is no need to feel guilty or embarrassed over it. Just be thankful you and your baby are healthy.


So nice to see a positive blurb on c/s!]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:24:56 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=5780384&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#5780384 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thanks Mummytobe and all the best...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1428333&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1428333 Author: Blankney94
Subject: 38978
Posted: 04 February 2012 at 5:12pm

Thanks Mummytobe and all the best for your upcoming birth. 

I looked at my DD's birth photos yesterday, and I still feel happy with the birth even though it ended up as an emergency CS.  You are right about being hooked up to an epidural - I already was, so there was no mucking around when the CS was needed.  I don't even remember the epi going in. 

A lot of the information given out at antenatal classes etc is quite negative and some people feel really cheated if they end up with a CS.  I didn't feel that way.  I just felt I'd made a major achievement by creating a healthy little person and it didn't matter which way she came into the world. 

I'm leaning slightly VBAC at the moment, but I'm also against interventions such as induction, episiotomy, ventouse and forceps.  I'd rather have a CS if a VBAC was going to involve those interventions - but sometimes you don't know until you get there. 



Edited by Blankney94]]> Sat, 04 Feb 2012 17:12:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1428333&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1428333 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : blankney you will definitely see...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1428195&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1428195 Author: mummytobesep08
Subject: 38978
Posted: 03 February 2012 at 8:20pm

blankney you will definitely see a specialist some time during your pregnancy because of the C/S last time. My advice is to ask to be referred early because I wish I had done it sooner rather than trying to make these decisions right at the end!

my other option was a natural birth with an epidural too- nothing wrong with that in fact they say it can help because that way if you end up needing a c/s during labour then you already have that pain relief in so you're good to go- no mucking around trying to get the darn thing in!

2nd time labours are often much faster. 6 hours in you'll be a lot further on than last time

it sounds like you do have a good case for a VBAC as, like you said, nothing your body did went wrong. heaps of people do do vbacs and there are lots of internet supports and info out there about them.

one big reason some people chose not to is because of the risk of uterine rupture. It happens very rarely but when it does happen its devastating. If you are in hospital they will want you to wear a monitor constantly as babies heart rate can be a sign of a rupture going to happen. That can be hard if you are trying for a natural birth, as you are then 'stuck' somewhat to the bed and the one position, but if you have an epi you wouldn't be walking much either

good luck with your decision! You may be on the fence now but as time goes on I'm sure you're figure out what is best for you ]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:20:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1428195&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1428195 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi everyone - I&#039;ve been watching...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1428143&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1428143 Author: Blankney94
Subject: 38978
Posted: 03 February 2012 at 4:52pm

Hi everyone - I've been watching this thread for a while. 

My first birth DD was overdue at 41 weeks + 1 day.  She was an emer CS after 6 hrs labour due to fetal distress.  Her heart rate was going down and later the placenta was found to be somewhat calcified.  She was born perfectly healthy.

This time I am sitting on the fence about what requests to put in place for upcoming birth in August (yes I'm a 'planner').  I'm humming and haa-ing over VBAC or elective CS. 

I have some reasons why I would like VBAC:

* I have no health problems.

* Presumably No 2 baby will be healthy.

* Previous CS was due to fetal distress - not my body doing something 'wrong'.

Some reasons why I would like elective CS:

* Because I am comfortable with the process - it is all I know from my previous experience.

* I healed very well last time.

* I will be almost 38 when I deliver this time.

* I've read that birth is higher risk if the maternal age and gestational age are older - if I go overdue again then I definitely want an elective.  I'm willing to try VBAC if labour arrives around 40 weeks.

* I'm also of small stature.

Some other things to take note of - I really don't deal with extreme pain that well, and even with a VB it is likely I would have an epidural/spinal.  I managed six hours and 6cm before requesting it last time.  So a VBAC with epidural would still be quite intensive. 

My midwife isn't really the proactive sort who is going to ask me 'how I want things done' - she sort of ploughs along with all the standard stuff, and probably expects that I will want the 'standard VBAC'. 

I really want to discuss my options at length with someone - maybe a specialist.  I have done a lot of reading of medical studies on VBAC vs CS.  Will I be sent to a specialist sometime during this pregnancy automatically because I had a CS last time?

The above probably reads like a collection of random thoughts.  I'm worried about people judging me for even entertaining the idea of elective CS - can anyone add any further information or anything else I might want to think about?

]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:52:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1428143&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1428143 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi Kelzie-Rose Just wanted to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427652&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427652 Author: Sarahlouisa
Subject: 38978
Posted: 02 February 2012 at 9:51am

Hi Kelzie-Rose

Just wanted to pass on a helpful resource I've found www.solaceformothers.org, it is an online suppport group for women who have had a traumatic experience, unwell children from birth, PTSD, PND, attachment issues the lot really!
Sending lots of love your way
Sarah]]> Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:51:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427652&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427652 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : kelzie-rose sorry to hear you&#039;ve...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427428&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427428 Author: T_Rex
Subject: 38978
Posted: 01 February 2012 at 6:27pm

kelzie-rose sorry to hear you've had a rough time. I had a roug time with my first, though for very different reasons. I was just lurking in here out cos the board is so quiet, and I saw myself in your comment about feeling terrible about co-sleeping. I had all the same feelings when it would happen accidently with DD1, so during my second pregnancy I did some serious reading and if you do it safely, then its ok. I co-sleep most nights at the moment although I start every night with DD2 in the cot and will phase it out at some stage. Anyway, here is a link to the safe co-sleeping guidelines. It really can be a sanity saver, don't write it off just because plunket says not to. and hang in there, it gets easier

Eta link, duh! cosleeping

Edited by T_Rex]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:27:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427428&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427428 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Kelzie, congrats on your little...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427315&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427315 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 01 February 2012 at 1:19pm

Kelzie, congrats on your little miracle, motherhood is so full of ups and downs and TBH nobody knows what they are doing, we just do it and hope for the best, letting our instincts take over and of course any questions and that's what this forum is for. Not everyone bonds straight away and it can be even more difficult when you didn't get your skin to skin straight away, but as you have discovered we all bond in the end. Less worry Kelzie and more just doing and being with your beautiful daughter and it will all come together for you, but make sure you ask for help when you need it. I have/do co-sleep both my beautiful daughters, as long as you are sensible with how you do it, it can be the most wonderful experience, and you will get more sleep that way. I bring my little 6wk old into bed with me at night to feed and almost always fall asleep that way, but I make sure that I have her propped up on me with a pillow either side so that when I do fall asleep she is not going anywhere, I seem to have the most wonderful sleeps like that, and also you can lie with her on your side after you have fed her that way if you prefer and amazingly your mummy instincts take over and you won't roll on her. But just be comfortable with whatever your decision and enjoy your beautiful gift

Edited by millemama]]> Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:19:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427315&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427315 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : My c/s birth story: Basically,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427126&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427126 Author: kelzie_rose
Subject: 38978
Posted: 31 January 2012 at 8:13pm

My c/s birth story:

Basically, I cried as I walked into the operating room. The last two times I had had surgery before my c/s I had done the same, so meh. They got me on the side of the bed to do the epidural, and I freaked out. Neil sat on the chair and held my hands while they did the local and the epidural. Freak out subsided as my knees went warm and fuzzy. They lay me down and I told them that I wanted them to put me under. The obstetrician talked me through it, while the anesthetist prepped for a general. Ob managed to talk me into staying awake, mainly by saying that it would be that much quicker that I'd be meeting my girl. (How wrong was he!) And so Neil and the anesthetist talked to me throughout the procedure. I can only describe it as someone tickling the inside of my tummy! No pain or anything. They pulled Evie out and Neil leaned over to look at her, and they lifted her up so I could see her. And I said... "Eww." I knew she wouldn't cry right away as I had heard that a lot of c/s babies are a bit shocked and need a bit of oxygen. Neil was allowed to go over and see her, but neither of us were prepared for the emergency team to get called in. I don't really know what went on as I was crying and couldn't see anything. From what I understand there was something unidentifiable (but possibly vernix) (like an inch long length of stuff) stuck in her throat and she needed compressions and oxygen. Finally, I heard her cry.
So she was wheeled to the NICU and I was wheeled to recovery. DH, Mum, Dad, little bro and MIL all came in once at a time to see me, then all went once at a time to see Evie. Neil took some pics and brought them in to show me. I got to see her on the way back to the ward and it freaked me out seeing her in the NICU. And I was so drugged up that I can't remember it. In the middle of the night, a nurse came in to help me express my colostrum, then I was wheeled down to the NICU to see her. She was eventually brought into me when she was about 24hrs old. And we spent the next 5 days in a nice routine of 3hr sleep - wake - change - feed - repeat. In between all of that (because 5 days in hospital all blend into one!) she developed jaundice. We also realised she has Positional Talipes (so club foot that is because of how she was sitting in my tummy, and should come right with massage, exercise and time.) We have an appointment on Thursday at Starship to check on the cyst and discuss surgery - the thought of which makes me teary to think of. We have been referred to the renal team about the kidney, and yet to hear from them.
Because I didn't get my skin to skin and I saw her only twice briefly in her first 24hrs, I really didn't feel attached to her. But I looked at her today and started crying, I love her so much that it scares me. And it's made me love Neil so much more too. Maternal Mental Health came to see me in hospital as some of the nurses could tell I was a bit sad and that I wasn't too attached to her. I just hope that her little while with no oxygen wont cause any developmental problems.

Coming home was scary, as suddenly I didn't have midwives and nurses with me, but Neil and his mum are here with me full time for the next two weeks. And... Routine has gone out the window somewhat. So I'm demand feeding and her sleep time varies. The biggest shock was that she'll sleep in the bassinet during the day, but refuses to go down in it during the night. So Neil sat up with her sleeping in his arms for a few hours. When she woke, he woke me up and I changed and fed her, while he went for a sleep and I stayed up while she slept in my arms. Except I fell asleep and so we ended up co-sleeping. Woke up and felt so so terrible about it - what if I had rolled on her? It really made me feel like I have no idea what's happening and how I'm going to cope.]]> Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:13:57 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1427126&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1427126 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : millemama thats no good healing...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1423406&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1423406 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 17 January 2012 at 2:03pm

millemama
thats no good healing is not going well, I havent had what you are talking about, i dont have an "apron" sorry to say, maybe a bit of feet up time lying down with scar exposed (even 5min in sun per day?) or sanitary pad over the scar then some good old tummy tuckers on like I found were good. 2pack for $15.99 at warehouse?]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:03:04 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1423406&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1423406 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hey just a question for anyone....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421573&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421573 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 10 January 2012 at 12:24pm

Hey just a question for anyone. Have you ever had a puckering with your CS scar. I've got a small (5c piece) of skin that has puckered out from the scar, the rest of it has healed beautifully and flat. And this little piece is still quite raw after a week and half of discovering it after taking initial dressing off. MW is checking it each week, but it still hasn't healed yet, not infected, just still bit weepy. Where its situated makes it difficult to heal I guess as I am quite active (but not overdoing it) and because of the CS apron it covers it, so hard to leave dressing off to air dry. Has anyone experienced anything like this before?]]> Tue, 10 Jan 2012 12:24:59 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421573&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421573 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Like & Like Definately more rummagy...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421465&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421465 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 09 January 2012 at 10:28pm

Like & Like

Definately more rummagy in my "wee baby growing handbag" after my 2nd c/s and after the baby was out not before, than with the 1st I didnt notice any rumaging.

Tummy felt bit more jiggler internally whilst healing this time ... so off to the warehouse I go. ... tummy tuckers... .lol

I brought them around 5wks post c/s lots of road works were not so good and being the cabin fever type was driving very early post c/s 2wks lol found the jiggles most when I was driving ODD.. anyway want to recommend them to others incase you find your tummy sore from all the jiggling... it wasnt sore from the scar does that make sense? ALso good for a busy housework day so that your band on your pants doesnt rub on numish area as that feels odd also.

Just the standard old H&M Warehouse brand 2 for $15.99, high waisted super stretchy black material. I was about a size 14 post c/s so brought size Medium and size small (for when I downsized into them) anyways they were fab and they are about to go to a new home now its 12wks post c/s tomorrow... that new home being the rubbish bin whooooopeee!

Anyway I only have about a 50c peice of funny numness this time, how are others.

Glad your C/S went fab Millamumma & thinking of you on the 25th Kelzierose]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 22:28:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421465&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421465 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thank you :) We started TTC in...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421454&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421454 Author: kelzie_rose
Subject: 38978
Posted: 09 January 2012 at 9:41pm

Thank you :) We started TTC in April 2008 so it's been a long time coming!

I'm looking forward to it, but very nervous about actually having an actual baby! Because I thought I may m/c with this pregnancy as well, I haven't really bonded to my bump. I'm sure it'll all change when she's born and we'll be sweet as but still a bit nervy!]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:41:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421454&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421454 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Congrats Kelzie_Rose, by your...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421433&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421433 Author: mcshort
Subject: 38978
Posted: 09 January 2012 at 8:20pm

Congrats Kelzie_Rose, by your signature it looks like you've had quite a journey!

Funny how everyone likes to throw their opinion in there huh! As long as you are totally content with your choice then there's no reason why anyone else should stick their oar in. And yes, the outcome of a healthy, live baby is the important thing - well, that and a healthy mum I think.

Do you feel like you're all ready for the birth and bringing her home?]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:20:22 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421433&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421433 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hello! Thought I&#039;d insert...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421215&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421215 Author: kelzie_rose
Subject: 38978
Posted: 09 January 2012 at 11:14am

Hello!

Thought I'd insert myself in here.

I'm 37wks UTD with baby #1, and she's a stubborn little wench - has been breech since I've been able to feel her! So will be going in for my elective c-sec on Jan 25th.

Like someone else in here, the thought of a VB always scared me but didn't want friends/family/strangers thinking I was too posh to push! And now bubs has taken the option of a VB away from me anyway. (I know she may still turn but I really don't think she will.) Luckily no one has started saying it's a shame I wont get to have a VB. Wouldn't know what to say to them if they did.

To me, getting baby out safely if the most important thing, regardless of how it happens. Right?]]> Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:14:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1421215&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1421215 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Great to hear millemama! Haha...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1418664&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1418664 Author: mcshort
Subject: 38978
Posted: 29 December 2011 at 8:25am

Great to hear millemama! Haha yes I remember someone saying "it'll feel like someone doing the washing up in your tummy" and that was pretty accurate - bottom of a handbag is about right too.
Congratulations and enjoy your new precious bundle!]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 08:25:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1418664&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1418664 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Well, just had another fantastic...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1418616&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1418616 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 28 December 2011 at 8:58pm

Well, just had another fantastic experience with a elective CS this time instead of Em CS. Went to Tauranga Hosp and was treated brilliantly by the staff, not one grumpy mw among them! Operation went really well, laughing and joking in theatre, no pain from spinal needle. Very weird sensation when they were rummaging around in there after my little girl was born tho, (was fast asleep the first time after labouring) Definitely fits the saying "rummaging around in the bottom of a handbag". But recovery has been great too. Four days in hosp in total which was just right for me, and that bonding time with my precious new girl was wonderful. ]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:58:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1418616&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1418616 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Oh, I see Yes, fair enough (although...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1416206&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1416206 Author: Hopes
Subject: 38978
Posted: 14 December 2011 at 7:53pm

Oh, I see Yes, fair enough (although I did - but through no particular virtue on my part and I agree lots and lots of people don't). And don't worry about venting, we all do it ]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:53:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1416206&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1416206 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Oh what I meant is a birth with...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1416199&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1416199 Author: lawyergirl2.0
Subject: 38978
Posted: 14 December 2011 at 7:42pm

Oh what I meant is a birth with no drugs or medical intervention eg forceps, epidural, spinal block, gas...obviously there are people that do have completely natural births but like I said nobody that has ever talked to me falls into that category. Also I was in a slightly venting mode so was generalising ]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 19:42:05 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1416199&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1416199 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : lawyergirl2.0 wrote:Also I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1416037&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1416037 Author: Hopes
Subject: 38978
Posted: 14 December 2011 at 10:02am

Originally posted by lawyergirl2.0 lawyergirl2.0 wrote:

Also I think its a bit rich that people talk about having "natural birth" because I don't know anyone who really has that!!


I'm just dead curious now - what do you mean? I mean, people do have births where you push a baby out the holey in the bottom, is that not natural?

Not that I disagree with your post, I figure a baby is a baby however it comes out, and they're all pretty wonderful I'm just dead curious as to what you meant by that!]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 10:02:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1416037&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1416037 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi there Just wanted share my...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1415984&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1415984 Author: lawyergirl2.0
Subject: 38978
Posted: 13 December 2011 at 11:14pm

Hi there

Just wanted share my experience in case it helps someone as I found this thread helpful to me before having my baby.

I had always been scared of the idea of having VB and just thought I would have a c-section. Not sure why I was so phobic about VB but it just seemed like everyone I knew had had some kind of drama during delivery and at least half of them had ended up having emergency c-sections anyway.

When I actually got pregnant I started researching and was like: hang on a minute its not perhaps as easy as all that! I mean I really got to thinking about how I was going to be operated on and basically cut open.

So then I drove my partner crazy researching the pros and cons for nine months. I mean I had basically decided to have a c-section failing finding something in the research to convince me otherwise but I couldn't stop reading about it. I read so many scientific journal articles by doctors and also more than healthy amount of discussion threads on websites like this one!

One thing that I did find annoying was the number of people who really seem to think that it is a failing if you do not have a VB. To them its like a rite of passage that you need to suffer or something to have your baby. I never felt like I needed to experience a VB to experience "birth". Also I think its a bit rich that people talk about having "natural birth" because I don't know anyone who really has that!!

I think top priority has to be your health and state of mind and health of your baby and if you decide you prefer c-section to VB then that is your choice.

In the end I found nothing to dissuade me. I had the c-section and everything went to plan. The operation was fine - in the theatre the atmosphere was friendly and happy and I felt very confident with my doctor and the staff at the hospital- it happened so quickly and I only had an instant of nervousness then I was holding my baby. Recovery was very fast. I am fit person who does a lot of sport so that probably helped. I was up walking around the day of the operation and driving within 2 weeks.

If anyone has any questions about having elective c-section by maternal request then I will try to answer them. Everyone makes their own decisions about birth but from my point of view having a c-section worked really well for me and my baby.




- ]]> Tue, 13 Dec 2011 23:14:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1415984&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1415984 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : BabyRixon - as well as all the...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1415516&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1415516 Author: newme
Subject: 38978
Posted: 12 December 2011 at 1:05pm

BabyRixon - as well as all the external scar, you would have had lots of internal stitches as well. This can make things different than before.

You should def go see your doctor.

Also, I don't know how you are feeding your baby, but if you are breastfeeding, this can cause a massive decrease in estrogen, which makes the vagina very dry and sensitive which can cause a lot of pain. This is really easily treated with an estrogen cream.]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 13:05:29 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1415516&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1415516 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Definately go see your GP or OB/GYNO...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1415409&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1415409 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 11 December 2011 at 8:35pm

Definately go see your GP or OB/GYNO directly if you arnt comfortable with your GP. Maybe even talking to a lady nurse at family planning may help, sorry to hear you are uncomfortable!]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 20:35:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1415409&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1415409 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I do remember reading when I had...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1414756&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1414756 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 08 December 2011 at 1:58pm

I do remember reading when I had my Em CS that sometimes scarring etc is worse with a CS than with a vag birth, not sure how that works. But you shouldn't be feeling that much pain now, so I think its the perfect issue to talk to your Dr about, don't feel ridiculous, thats what they are there for, if you don't get any joy get another! GL ]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:58:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1414756&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1414756 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi Everyone, I&#039;m tossing...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1414568&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1414568 Author: BabyRixon
Subject: 38978
Posted: 08 December 2011 at 7:45am

Hi Everyone,

I'm tossing up weather or not I should go to the doctor and wanted to know other woman's experiences that are in my situation.

I had my baby girl 5 1/2 month ago by emergency c-section. Now my sex drive is very low compared to before and during pregnancy, which I realise is normal. When we do want to have sex though, it's incredibly painful! I can't stand it for more then a few minutes and (I'm trying to stop short of too much information I promise) I'm not even getting the half of it, if you know what I mean...

This seems like a ridiculous issue to turn to my doctor for but persevering isn't working. My partner of course is understanding and supportive but we are both missing our old sex life!

Any ideas?    ]]> Thu, 08 Dec 2011 07:45:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1414568&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1414568 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Great news Girls Rock, mine is...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1413958&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1413958 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 05 December 2011 at 9:19pm

Great news Girls Rock, mine is in 10 days time. So glad to hear all good, hoping for similar outcome. ]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:19:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1413958&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1413958 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Just like to report into say that...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1413920&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1413920 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 05 December 2011 at 7:46pm

Just like to report into say that at 6wks post 3rd baby (2nd c/s) am feeling FABULOUS!!!! Have been driving since 10days and all is well. Scar healed beautifully, had 6wk WOF with the OB and all is fab

]]> Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:46:03 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1413920&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1413920 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I bet it does. Still have to...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1413008&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1413008 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 02 December 2011 at 9:07am

I bet it does. Still have to query why your MW isn't talking to you about it. The OB visit I went to, actually had 2 cos changed my mind about the hospital, so 2nd one was yesterday, both just really chat to you cos its hospital policy on CS vs Vag and give you a date. But I would suggest to do your own research if you are unsure before you see anyone so you know what questions to ask and you know your own mind. The ladies who have been unsure on this site have found it a lot harder as the time has come for decision making.

GL ]]> Fri, 02 Dec 2011 09:07:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1413008&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1413008 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Spoke to mw today. She says she...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1412916&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1412916 Author: butterfly_mum
Subject: 38978
Posted: 01 December 2011 at 9:28pm

Spoke to mw today. She says she will refer me to a specialist closer to the time to talk it throu...

So there we are, will just wait and see I guess. Really great to know I have the option though, takes a huge weight off my shoulder... ]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:28:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1412916&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1412916 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : No need for insurance butterflymum,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1411934&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1411934 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 28 November 2011 at 10:02pm

No need for insurance butterflymum, if you want a elective CS, go for it, if your MW doesn't support it then find another one, thats her job! and your choice. I had em CS as have a lot of the women in this post and have chosen to have an elective this time, without a medical reason. Will be getting one in approx 2wks. My MW was informed from the beginning and I have never wavered in my decision, living 2.5hr away from hospital put a spin on my decision as well, and MW is supportive because its what I want.

Hope this has helped.

GL ]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 22:02:13 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1411934&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1411934 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi there I had a c section with...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1411919&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1411919 Author: butterfly_mum
Subject: 38978
Posted: 28 November 2011 at 9:18pm

Hi there
I had a c section with dd who is now 5 because she was breach. I am quite keen on another one (24 weeks now)
But medically I don't think I NEED one, so don't think my mw will support one...and if it's elective isn't it really expensive?

I have southern cross (the basic plan) so I don't know if that would be able to be used?

Anyone done an elective in my position or used southern cross?

I know that a lot of people do vbacs but I am pretty scared of going into labour again, really didn't enjoy it last time...

Any advice?]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 21:18:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1411919&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1411919 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Wonderful story ! everyones attitude...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1405663&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1405663 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 07 November 2011 at 6:54pm

Wonderful story ! everyones attitude incl yourself certainly helps the situation regardless of complications, hoping for another small bubz this time round

Love the name Ari too, have friend here who named her little boy Ari and he's lovely, but pretty sure its not a common name tho.]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:54:20 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1405663&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1405663 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hi guys have had time to post...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1405591&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1405591 Author: salz
Subject: 38978
Posted: 07 November 2011 at 3:32pm

Hi guys have had time to post my story!!!
Well turned up to hospital on monday 31st of October, went in for c section at 1015hrs. The theatre staff were lovely and joking although I did know them lol. I had an obstetrtian registra cause the consultant was away but she was lovely, she said she could tell who did my last c section cause he is notorius for short low c sections. Unfortunetly baby was on the big side and because I have a short torso he was still stuck up under my ribs too. She had real difficulty getting him out. The anaethetist even had to lean over me and push from above down on my tummy! The surgeon has to cut the uterus further but because of the size of the baby I ended up tearing and had a small heamorrage, so they had to call the on call consultant in to help her out. Mean while my 8lb 6oz baby boy Ari was born however he had trouble breathing so was transferred to the special care baby unit and put on a breathing machine for a few hours but improved immediatly with that. My DH went with the baby and I was still on the table for a while as they found the bleeder and stitched me up. Although things didnt go to plan with myself and Ari I could not fault our care and I had total trust in mine and Ari's team of doctors that I knew everything was going to be ok. Which it was, we were both healthy happy and home two days later. I am a bit more sore this time round but is because of my tear and the extra pulling.]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2011 15:32:15 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1405591&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1405591 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Salz got in here too late to wish...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1404090&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1404090 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 02 November 2011 at 6:58pm

Salz got in here too late to wish you luck but hope everything went well and looking forward to hearing your 'story'.

Girls Rock, thanks for the fantastic update, so nice to hear how well it all went. Will know in a couple of weeks my date for CS and get my pre-meds, check the hospital out (Waikato) and the birthing unit, Waterford. Hopefully the one and only time to see the OB before baby comes, living 2.5hrs away from hospital thats the way they do things here if no complications. So hearing your story puts another good spin on my decision. Have been adamant from beginning of PG that it would be elective but it really is a different feeling building up to it than last time with a Em CS and blissfully unaware. ]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:58:07 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1404090&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1404090 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Congrats Girls Rock, what a great...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402731&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402731 Author: vixgirl
Subject: 38978
Posted: 29 October 2011 at 9:12am

Congrats Girls Rock, what a great story!

Salz, good to hear you're booked in for your c/s, enjoy your weekend...

]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2011 09:12:18 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402731&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402731 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : what a lovely story Girls rock,...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402697&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402697 Author: salz
Subject: 38978
Posted: 29 October 2011 at 7:17am

what a lovely story Girls rock, makes me feel better cause im booked for c section on Monday!!!!   This is my last weekend of the 3 of us. Am happy with this decision as felt I gave baby as long as possible for it to come on its own but now for the health of me and baby he needs to come out.
]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2011 07:17:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402697&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402697 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Sounds awesome Girlsrock! Huge...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402676&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402676 Author: Puddleduck
Subject: 38978
Posted: 28 October 2011 at 10:19pm

Sounds awesome Girlsrock! Huge congrats ]]> Fri, 28 Oct 2011 22:19:50 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402676&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402676 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thanks SophieD The Theatre Staff...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402584&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402584 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 28 October 2011 at 6:23pm

Thanks SophieD
The Theatre Staff were just amazing my OB was waiting in the hall to walk me in, everyone was so kind esp 1 particular nurse & the dude that does the spinal etc . I was like YAH thanks for being here everyone and being part of bringing our son into the world, its so exciting to be here I called out to them all! They couldnt believe how calm we both were.

Maybe cos we were the only EL CS that day, it was a great way to start their days work they were all smiling and so nice, excited for us etc it must be nice being part of seeing new life brought into the world. heard nurses say they were doing a D&C next.]]> Fri, 28 Oct 2011 18:23:27 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402584&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402584 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Just crusing in to say CONGRATS...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402270&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402270 Author: SophieD
Subject: 38978
Posted: 27 October 2011 at 8:19pm

Just crusing in to say CONGRATS to Girls Rock! So glad your birth went so well. They way you describe it it sounded calm and beautiful, Well done ]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 20:19:05 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402270&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402270 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I will pop back when I get a chance...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402132&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402132 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 27 October 2011 at 1:48pm

I will pop back when I get a chance with some amazing photos.

The programme on VIBE...one born every minute...had a good view of c/s on last nights episode.

Did anyone else see that? The mum was 23 and not dialiting well so it was EM CS and bubby looked big, they didnt say his weight.]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:48:17 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402132&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402132 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : salz how are you doing? Has baby...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402129&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402129 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 27 October 2011 at 1:45pm

salz
how are you doing? Has baby came yet?

I had my baby boy via ELCS at 8.56am tues 18 Oct, Spinal was in at 8.50am so it was very quick! Back in maternity ward at 9.45am

It was fantastic, the recovery was awesome, even thou I thought my 1st c/s was great, this one has been much better (so far ...day 9)

There was a wee bit of scar tissue from previous c/s (which I had no signs of myself) so they cleaned that out, so that was a bit "rumagy" feeling,didnt have that with 1st obviously, but I didnt care had babe in arms on chest, skin to skin suckling.

team in theatre was amazing and were talking about how ridulous the WHO recommendation of 15% C/S RATE IS. Ob just said its never going to be achieved and its about safety of mums & babies not percentages, he said he reckoned c/s rate that week had been 5o/5o vb, but most had been emergencies, we were the only ELCS that day and week.

I think my recovery was better this time as lost slightly less blood, and had better rest going into cs and higher iron stores/iron count etc, who knows why. I was suprised it was better, considering the "cleaning out of scar tissue" expected to be sorer.

Anyway baby was 6lb12 (3020gm) at birth at 39w5days so I was so pleased to get him out as he had low glucose from not gaining weight in that last week & half inside me and once he was out he was shaking from the low blood sugars and good to get the colostrum into him, he had to get tested 1 hr after every feed for the first day and improved each time. YAH! So with jaundice and low blood sugar kept on the 3hr feeds. he is doing grand and gained 80gm in first week to be now 3100gm

Im so pleased to have ELCS, I thought I would feel "mean" about getting baby out before natural signs kicked in like it did with my daughter has her waters broke and was 4/5cm but with the whole not gaining weight and low blood sugar Im so pleased we did choose with guidance from OB to get him out when we did, I was ready. they said the placenta was "ok" I kept quizzing them for more info on that,but didnt get much feed back from either OB/MW.

Like you say SALZ its just so nice to have them in your arms and the worrys over.

Good luck hope you have your babe in arms now.]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:45:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1402129&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1402129 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : hi havnt posted for a while....]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1401512&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1401512 Author: salz
Subject: 38978
Posted: 25 October 2011 at 8:05pm

hi havnt posted for a while. I had the problem of not able to make the decision between VBAC and elective CS, with all the info and support I still didnt know what to do. Its true when they say you need to be 100% behind your decision. At 35 weeks choose CS but felt so wrong about it (have no idea why am not a VBAC die hard) I stated having lots of cramps and braxton hicks and lost my show so got excited and cancelled the CS. Well 3 weeks later it turns out I have irritable uterus, extremely low amniotic fluid and border line high Bp. If I had kept my booked CS I would have had the baby today so would be cuddling baby right now!
Just wish I wasnt so wishy washy over this decision. You are so right with there being added pressure! ]]> Tue, 25 Oct 2011 20:05:54 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1401512&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1401512 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Miss Jen I quite agree with what...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1397602&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1397602 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 11 October 2011 at 8:56pm

Miss Jen
I quite agree with what you said!! Not a vent at all!

recently a friend whom has had 4 "straight forward vb" said to me she would feel so "ripped off if she was like me and HAD to have a C/S" by not being able to give birth vaginally...I said Honestly it doesnt bother me at all. I feel blessed to have conceived easily/carried without too much pain and discomfort / Breast feed and pleased we live in this modern times where c/s are a safe option.

I knew about the help, but didnt want a random stranger to come into my house to help clean etc when DH is perfectly capable (haha quite like bossing him around for a change) . But Im sure it would be a great help for those that really require the extra assistance.

Im 38w5 today, have scan/ob check up Thurs, c/s maybe this friday or next mon/tues/wed, my bubs scanned on yesterday at 6lb6 so the paediatrician & OB would prefer he is closer to 7lb before the pull the old quick un pick out. so Im happy with that am 40wk next thur

I went at 37w5 & 36w4 with the girls so feel very "overdue" but OB keeps saying he cant believe bubs hasnt pulled "the rip cord" like the girls did by now]]> Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:56:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1397602&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1397602 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Hey everyone I had an emergency...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1397555&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1397555 Author: MissJen
Subject: 38978
Posted: 11 October 2011 at 7:33pm

Hey everyone
I had an emergency cs with my wee one and it never occured to me that it was such a taboo with the public and everyone said to me things like "never mind you can have vb next time" It never bothered me that i didnt have a vb my son and i would have died if it hadnt gone to cs so i couldnt understand what the fuss was about.
We were also told that i would most likely need cs with any other births due to the damage done previously. I dont see what the big fuss is dont we all want the baby to arrive safely isnt that the point??

Anyways sorry bout the vent

And for those that have a toddler are you all aware that you are entitled to home help for i think its 6 weeks after a cs ]]> Tue, 11 Oct 2011 19:33:41 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1397555&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1397555 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : ....again.... ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1397526&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1397526 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 11 October 2011 at 6:19pm

....again....]]> Tue, 11 Oct 2011 18:19:11 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1397526&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1397526 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : bumping for a friend to read ]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1392767&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1392767 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 27 September 2011 at 7:49pm

bumping for a friend to read]]> Tue, 27 Sep 2011 19:49:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1392767&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1392767 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : No, mine was an &#034;Em CS&#034;...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391530&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391530 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 24 September 2011 at 1:26pm

No, mine was an "Em CS" with DD too, but like you we were given time to decide which way to go, which made it so different don't you think. So glad for you, little bit nervous that this elective might be a different experience, but should be all good fingers X.]]> Sat, 24 Sep 2011 13:26:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391530&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391530 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thanks- unfortunately mine wasn&#039;t...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391522&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391522 Author: jano1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 24 September 2011 at 12:55pm

Thanks- unfortunately mine wasn't elective but we made the decision to go for a c-section once it was clear that I wasn't going to go into labour, despite the induction and my waters being broken. I'm just thankful I didn't go through a protracted labour and end up with the same outcome. Mentally I'm much calmer and philosophical about the whole thing- I gave a VBAC a go and it didn't happen but I have a beautiful, healthy daughter so who cares how she came out!]]> Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:55:55 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391522&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391522 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Congratulations Jano, you feel...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391519&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391519 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 24 September 2011 at 12:47pm

Congratulations Jano, you feel so much happier in mind and body when you have had input into the outcome. Will be going thru elective with a active 3yr old at Christmas time so let me know how you get on and any tips you can pass on, gratefully recieved, lol. ]]> Sat, 24 Sep 2011 12:47:45 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391519&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391519 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I had my second induction on Sunday...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391508&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391508 Author: jano1
Subject: 38978
Posted: 24 September 2011 at 11:32am

I had my second induction on Sunday morning after the first induction with DD resulted in an emergency c-section at 42+2. I was induced this time around at 41 weeks using the foley cathetar method, google it if you need some info. Despite the induction failing and another c-section, I am much happier about the birth second time around as I was able to make the decision about a c-section (the outcome would have been the same whatever happened). I have bonded well with my second DD, had skin to skin immediately and breastfeeding is going well. My only concern is dealing with a energetic 2.5 year old and recovering from the surgery.]]> Sat, 24 Sep 2011 11:32:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1391508&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1391508 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Girls Rock wrote:vixgirl I...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1384739&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1384739 Author: Imogen
Subject: 38978
Posted: 06 September 2011 at 3:04pm

Originally posted by Girls Rock Girls Rock wrote:

vixgirl
I dont think they induce for VB after CS. Inducing drugs can rupture the scar with the dramatic onset of strong contractinos.



Some Obs will induce during a VBAC attempt. My second pregnancy was a VBAC, my waters broke and labour hadn't started so I was put on the syntocon drip to get things going...they just had to monitor things closely thats all.]]> Tue, 06 Sep 2011 15:04:32 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1384739&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1384739 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Vixgirl, we are thinking of having...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1383985&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1383985 Author: islandgirl
Subject: 38978
Posted: 04 September 2011 at 8:33pm

Vixgirl, we are thinking of having our second child soon, and I am at the same thought as you - not sure what to do about CS/VBAC... a lot of pressure on VBAC... A friend said to remember that at 6 months, no one knows which child is "naturally born" or took the sunroof option. Are you a planner? I hope what ever you decide you feel happy about it! Look forward to hearing your decision! Sorry - no help, just wanted to say you're not alone!]]> Sun, 04 Sep 2011 20:33:28 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1383985&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1383985 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : lol, love that vent, well said...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1382377&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1382377 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 31 August 2011 at 2:55pm

lol, love that vent, well said ]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:55:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1382377&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1382377 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : ohhhh vent vent vent, why does...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1382361&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1382361 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 31 August 2011 at 2:40pm

ohhhh vent vent vent, why does everyone think VB are so flipping wonderful?

why do "jo public" put so much pressure on mums to VB when its not always the best outcome. And why do they expect cos we had a c/s (for what ever reason) we always want a VBAC.

Pro c/s thats were we are at!

As for that bonding B****hit
1st = VB = struggle to hold, struggle to b/f unassisted
2nd + CS = lovely skin to skin b/f immediatly milk in quick

carrying a baby/holding your baby/caring for your baby/feeding your baby breast or bottle, adopting a baby that is love/bonding, it doesnt miraculously grab the bonding chemicals as it gets squished out your vagina

]]> Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:40:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1382361&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1382361 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I wouldnt say my MW hasn&#039;t...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1381189&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1381189 Author: vixgirl
Subject: 38978
Posted: 29 August 2011 at 8:32am

I wouldnt say my MW hasn't been supportive, they've just said I dont have to decide yet. Great to hear I'm not alone in my thinking, thank you...]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:32:42 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1381189&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1381189 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I went thru 7hrs labour before...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380513&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380513 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 26 August 2011 at 3:50pm

I went thru 7hrs labour before deciding on CS too Vixgirl, DD was coming down sideways and getting nowhere fast. After the CS they confirmed that she was never going to come out the std way, so was pleased with the outcome and there was no stress involved. Pretty positive experience all up and good recovery for me. So am opting for elective CS this time. Had my mind made up before I met the MW and have stuck to my guns. No questions have really been asked. Will see the OB at around 32 wks for one visit and get my pre op meds then. Then will see him/her next time the morning of the CS unless there are any problems that arise. I'm ok with that as its a 5hr round trip to see them ]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 15:50:46 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380513&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380513 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thanks, I also didn&#039;t think...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380487&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380487 Author: vixgirl
Subject: 38978
Posted: 26 August 2011 at 2:34pm

Thanks, I also didn't think they induce after c/s but apparently some OB's do... Yeah I thought waiting til 35 weeks was interesting... Mind you I only met the last OB 5 mins before my c/s and saw him briefly the next day so not much of a relationship there... ]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:34:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380487&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380487 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : vixgirl I dont think they induce...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380473&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380473 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 26 August 2011 at 1:58pm

vixgirl
I dont think they induce for VB after CS. Inducing drugs can rupture the scar with the dramatic onset of strong contractinos.

Midwives are here to support us to birth our babies whichever method we choose, not to judge us. I think you should be entitled to see an OB prior to that. damn Ive seen my OB 5 times already Im 32wks and have another visit at 36 and 38 (if make it that far)

My midwife was new to me this pregnancy and she just asked me straight away do I want a c/s for this bub, I said sure do. No more questions after that, nothing on the VBAC topic at all. Same with the OB, he asked me at my first scan any questions. You happy to do a c/s. Sure thing. Cool sounds great!

And remember if your MW is not supportive, she is only 1 person, 1 opinion, you are the mum and its your baby and you have the right to birth c/s if you want to.]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 13:58:35 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380473&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380473 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I had an undiagnosed breech with...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380406&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380406 Author: vixgirl
Subject: 38978
Posted: 26 August 2011 at 10:49am

I had an undiagnosed breech with DD so ended up having an emergency c section after 7 hrs of labour when they finally realized she was breech. Funny thing is I'd always been totally anti c sections but didn't hesitate saying yes when given the news DD was breech for the safety of us both. I'm now pregnant again and feel I want to go for an elective, people just assume I want to try for a VBAC, I'm almost too scared to say no I want a c section. DD will be 17 months and I'll have help for the first few weeks. I just don't want to be induced or end up with another emergency section if I can... MW said I have til 35 weeks to decide as that's when I'll see OB, I just worry what the MW's may think if me if I choose an elective. Oh well only 16 weeks so have a wee while to wait...]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:49:10 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380406&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380406 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I had to have an elective due...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380400&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380400 Author: Greenery
Subject: 38978
Posted: 26 August 2011 at 10:22am

I had to have an elective due to DS being breech. I was mega scared! even cried walking into theater hahahaha
out of 8 of us at antenatal class 4 got c-sects! one was he second child (her DH first), one was after a long labor and 2 of us had breech babies. The other who had a breech her MW was quite upset she had chosen a c sect... and afterwards even asked her if she thought she made the right decision... eek..
will probably have a c sect for the second. we have a breech thing in the family haha!
anyone have one end of their scar play up alot? its red and a lil sore every now and again. i think if it still plays up monday i should get it checked. ]]> Fri, 26 Aug 2011 10:22:23 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1380400&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1380400 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : bump for isabel with beautiful...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1379228&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1379228 Author: InthemiddleMummy
Subject: 38978
Posted: 23 August 2011 at 12:07pm

bump for isabel with beautiful twins on board]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 12:07:26 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1379228&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1379228 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Just been reading all the posts,this...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1375187&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1375187 Author: hopeful69
Subject: 38978
Posted: 12 August 2011 at 11:12am

Just been reading all the posts,this is a great thread!!

I had to have an emergency c/s at 36wks, with my firs,DS, after being in labour for a few hrs then he went into distress.
With my second,DD, I was trying and hoping to go natural but thought bubs would decide and turned out she wasn't in correct position so we did a c/s which was a lot less stressfull then the first and the recovery was pretty quick .
I was concerned with having a c/s second time round but purely as I wud have a 9mth at home to look after and carry around and the whole not driving thing.But it was all fine and I could carry DS no problems!

I am just pregnant with no 3 and obviuosly will go for c/s but so far just taking it one day at a time
Trying to get thru this dreaded early preg stage.Can't wait until I know all is safe and baby is sticking ]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:12:43 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1375187&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1375187 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : Thanks for the comments. I haven&#039;t...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1375070&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1375070 Author: L133
Subject: 38978
Posted: 12 August 2011 at 8:21am

Thanks for the comments. I haven't discussed this with my MW yet so I will bring it up next week and see how it goes. As for going to a private clinic just for the birth, I asked one in Mount Eden about that and they said no, they have such a high number of patients that they can't just take on surgeries. I'll let you guys know how I get on! ]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 08:21:06 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1375070&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1375070 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : L113, can you do a bit of both?...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1374451&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1374451 Author: mummytobesep08
Subject: 38978
Posted: 10 August 2011 at 9:37pm

L113, can you do a bit of both? Like meet with whoever it is who will do it privately- as they will be able to let you know whether you can still use a MW but just use the OB for the surgery.

I thought I heard here in chch they can do electives at chch womens (the public hospital) but I heard that a wee while ago so could be wring

also, keep talking to your MW. what is she like, on the scale of natural birth things? eg quite balanced or a bit of a hippie (not that theres anything wrong with that, just that what works for some doesn't work for others )

I have a friend who knew straight away she wanted a C/S- did end up with one but only after a failed induction and some damage to the baby from all the stress of it. I think what she taught me was that sometimes mums just 'know' what they need, even if there is no reason on paper for why they need a c/s...if that makes sense!

all the best, would be keen to hear how you get on ]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 21:37:09 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1374451&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1374451 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I think discuss it with your hospital...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1374445&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1374445 Author: Puddleduck
Subject: 38978
Posted: 10 August 2011 at 9:28pm

I think discuss it with your hospital MW but you might want to set up a meeting privately. To be honest though even the private OBs are not big on electives for no medical reason. About the cost, we had a private OB (and ended up with an elective C) and I plan on going back to him if we have a second pregnancy - worth every cent in my opinion!]]> Wed, 10 Aug 2011 21:28:16 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1374445&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1374445 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : No judgements here, you have come...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1373573&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1373573 Author: millemama
Subject: 38978
Posted: 09 August 2011 at 3:19pm

No judgements here, you have come to the right forum. If you are feeling overwhelmed, scared, traumatised by the thought of VB then you should explain this to MW, doctor etc. These are circumstances that are cause for an elective CS through the public health system, but of course they will try to talk you out of this, just be firm of your reasoning. Otherwise not sure of the private vs public, hope this info has helped. GL ]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 15:19:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1373573&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1373573 <![CDATA[Pro-C/Section Support / Chat / Tips : I am hoping that no one will respond...]]> https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1373553&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1373553 Author: L133
Subject: 38978
Posted: 09 August 2011 at 2:56pm

I am hoping that no one will respond in a negative way to this but I want an elective C/S for my first birth. No complications, no medical reason, I just feel that this is the right decision for me. Anyway, I have gone through the public system so far with a hospital MW and am now at 28 weeks. My decision at this point is either to continue with the public system and fight my way to an elective c/s (not even sure if that is possible) or to go private and pay $4300. In an ideal world I would like to stick with the public system and just pay for my elective surgry (which I have been told is around $1800). Has anyone done this or do you have to go private for a completely elective (no medical reason) c/s? Thanks]]> Tue, 09 Aug 2011 14:56:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=38978&PID=1373553&title=proc-section-support-chat-tips#1373553