Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

He came earthside 11/14 at 2:06pm after 12.5 hour all natural labor (7 lbs+ 15oz and 20.5 inches) Still in shock I was able to go unmedicated as a FTM. I was patient and waited for labor to start on its own at 40 weeks + 5 days. Water broke at 1:30AM and labored at home for 5 hours until contractions were 5 minutes ...

1st child had emergency C-section, 2nd child, pregnant, natural or C-section?

I am 35 weeks + 1 today and my waters broke this morning. I have been in hospital all day and they are keeping me in overnight to monitor me. I am confused at what the next steps are? has anyone been in this situation. Will they induce labour if it doesn’t start by itself?

does anyone know if your partner can stay overnight with you when you are being induced im petrified of hospitals and just want someone by my side the whole time

When did you starting putting things into place for baby? Everything is put together and in her room atm like her pram, bouncers, swings and stuff but I’m dying to put it all into place down stairs but might be too early… I’m 37 weeks today and got my c-section at 39 weeks

I had my second C-section last week Thursday and feel like I'm recovering pretty well this time around. I can do most every day activities without pain, except obviously for lifting and twisting my abs. I have a two year old and would like to start baby wearing but I was wondering whether it is too early? I've seen ...

• Age I got pregnant: 23 • Age I gave birth: 23 • How far along when I found out: 3 weeks • Morning sickness: not at all • Cravings: apples and tomatoes • Due date: 03/03/24 • Birth date: 04/02/24 • Hours in labor: 11 and half hours from first contractions to baby being born • Who was there: My partner and mum •...

For those that have already delivered via c-section, how long was your hospital stay?

Baby girl finally made her arrival at 40 w + 5 d. She came so fast. I started having contractions at 11:45 pm, and she was born after 2 hours 25 minutes with 30 seconds of pushing! We almost didn't make it to the hospital!!! We got to the hospital at 1:30 am, and got into a room at 1:47. She was born at 2:10am....

How long did you take pain meds for? I had dyhydracodeine and they only gave me 30. Which is only 3 days dosage. Seems like there should be more…

**poss gross photo** I’m 37+4 first time mum. Last night I’ve started getting tightness around my tummy and strong period pains lasting a minute or two, every 20mins to an hour. This pain radiated down my legs and into my lower back. The only position I was comfortable in was led on my left side or on my birthing ba...

Age I got pregnant: 33 Age I gave birth: 34 How far along when I found out: 4 weeks Morning sickness: Until week 24 Cravings: ice cream and pretzel biscuits Due date: 29/10/2024 Birth date: 22/10/2024 Hours in labour: 1 hour approx (surgery) Who was there: Husband Pain relief: Spinal tap and whatever painkillers w...

Age I got pregnant: 33 Age I gave birth: 34 How far along when I found out: 4 weeks Morning sickness: Until week 8 Cravings: Can of coke, daily Due date: 31/10/2024 Birth date: 09/10/2024 Hours in labour: 1 hour approx (surgery) Who was there: Husband Pain relief: Spinal tap and morphine afterwards Forceps: Yes…

Age I got pregnant: 19 Age I gave birth: 20 How far along when I found out: 2-3 weeks Morning sickness: constant from 4 weeks until about 12 weeks but only once or twice after that Cravings: sweet stuff & orange fanta 🍬 Due date: 30/10/24 Birth day: 6/11/24 Hours in labour: early labour for just over 5 days,…

Age I got pregnant: 20 Age I gave birth: 21 How far along when I found out: I knew I was pregnant before the test did😂😂 Morning Sickness: No Cravings: ruffles and onion dip, olives, sniffing sharpie Aversions: red meat, seafood Due date: 07/11/2024 Birth Date: 07/12/2024 Hours in labor: 3hrs Hours in active…

I feel discouraged. My mom is trying to gas light me into having a c section. She’s had both natural and c section but the c section was 30 years ago. She down plays my concerns of it being major abdominal surgery with down time due to recovery. Idk what to do. She minimizes my concerns as if they’re not valid.

Has anyone opted for a C section instead of natural birth? How did you go about it. Any advise?

Hi everyone, I was originally planned to have my c-section at 39 weeks but due to being in hospital now for a couple days they have said about moving it forward to 38 weeks possibly. They explained some risks that baby may need help breathing and a nicu stay. If anyone has had their baby at 38 weeks I would love to ...

I am 38 + 2 weeks I have my next midwife appointment on Tuesday. Can I ask to be induced my pelvic gridle pain is intolerable and I don’t want to stay pregnant after week 40 as I am very anxious about the baby so how can I explain this to the midwife.

When did you get full feeling back in your c section area?