Labor & Birth

I’m 38 weeks and haven’t yet quite made up my mind about natural vs c-section as long as it’s an option. Would be great to hear from other mum’s how they ended up deciding? Thanks and much love x

Hey ladies, To those that have had a c-section how’s recovery going? I cannot seem to get comfortable enough to sleep at night (it’s only day 2) but everything is so sore

I have been booked into an afternoon slot (morning was full) but unsure what time they are likely to do mine? Will it get cancelled all together as too late in the day?

I’m 39 weeks wanting to try only going to take 1 tbsp and then see if anything happens

This afternoon I went to the hospital because I felt I was leaking fluid. They tested it and confirmed my water did break but baby was doing good and I wasn’t really having contractions so they sent me home to see if I would go into labour on my own and if not they want me to call at 7:30 to let them know and they’l...

Hello. 11 weeks post partum after c section but what I noticed is if I walk too much or lift anything, for example the car seat, one side hurts, its very odd. I would’ve expected the whole area to hurt but its only one side. Is this something i should be concerned about or will it naturally heal and i need to give i...

Hi!! I had a C section on the 4th of November! My partner has just gone back to work and I’m wanting to drive. Are there actual “rules” on when you can drive or is it when you feel comfortable / confident enough to do so?

What are people’s opinions of giving birth on spires as opposed to the delivery suite at JR? I’d love to hear about people’s experiences

What wipes are everyone packing for hospital, we use Asda sensitive that day suitable from newborn) for my toddler but I do have a couple packs of water wipes too.

I’m almost 39 weeks pregnant. I went into antenatal assessment unit 2 days ago as I was experiencing some discharge (I wasn’t sure if this was my waters breaking or results of being intimate with my partner the night before). A swap was taken during a cervical examination and they determine my waters had not broke ...

I’m 36 weeks today and I’m feeling more and more exhausted every single day😩 I’ve been anti induction my whole pregnancy but now I’m considering getting induced. I asked my OB about potential cons and he’s saying that there aren’t many. What’s your experience? I’ve heard a lot of negatives like getting more tears…

Hello! First time expecting mom here and wanted to ask the experienced moms here, what did you actually pack in your hospital bag that was useful 😆 I see so many creators online that pack so much it seems excessive lol ty in advance!

I’m UK based, England Kent

I’m really confused! I’m 32 weeks and Ive been having this weird sensation like I have pee’d myself but I go and check / it doesn’t smell of anything and is just clear…but I got checked last time for this, they had done the swab and just told me it was just normal discharge. Has anyone else leaked or experienced thi...

Hi mamas! I just moved to FB Virginia! I was wondering if any of you gave birth in FB Hospital Labor and Delivery? How was your experience with the hospital in general and the staff? How were the rooms, were they cozy? The delivery room and room they transfer you to after? Did they have an extra spot for someone t...

How long have you been told you’ll be in hospital for after an elective c section?