Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

How did the spinal feel? What’s the whole process leading up to going into theatre??

I have an induction set for April 25 can yall tell me about it a little bit

I had an emergency c section in May 2022 and an elective January 2025. When having my second they said after that there was a lot of scar tissue and my uterus was really thin, and that if I got pregnant again I’d be high risk of rupturing. I had an internal scan for an unrelated issue this week to which she said how...

Elective c section with NHS (UK) booked for the end of the month - wanted to know what anesthetic is used? I had an emergency c section with my first and they gave me spinal TIA! X

Give me all the pros and cons of 2 under 2. Good, bad, ugly… my firstborn daughter is just over 3 months and I am sooo grateful she’s an easy baby. My SIL has 2 almost exactly 1 year apart and it’s so cute watching them together, but I know Dr. Google has some legit health reasons for waiting 18-24 months. I moved a...

Has anyone recently given birth at Barnsley Hospital? Any and all options/ experiences about care would be greatly appreciated. Bonus points for induction at 38 weeks due to gestational diabetes. Honestly, I'm not very keen on getting induced. However, I am trying to keep an open mind and would like to hear from mom...

Had a sweep this morning my 2nd one been trying to stay as active as possible but also relaxed since to try help the sweep to work been out all evening with my family so been on my feet for a good few hours I've had a few niggles through the evening but at 7:30ish the tightenings felt longer/stronger so thought I'd ...

Ladies who are due towards the end of the month… have you lost your mucus plug yet? Or signs or labour?

Hey moms! I’m 37+3 days. i’ve had cramping the last 3 days but yesterday i had cramping all day long non stop until around 7pm they kinda stopped. When i would get up to use the restroom i would feel them still there kind of. I woke up this morning and felt them again and they still haven’t gone away. i haven’t lost...

Hi guys, does anyone know of any emergency food parcel delivery organisations without referrals and preferably will deliver next day or 2 around the norwood or lambeth area? Thank you in advance

I had a growth scan today at 36 weeks. They said baby is currently weighing in at 7 pounds 9 and estimated birth weight will be way over 9 pounds. I have a phone consult next week to discuss birth options as they said it is likely they will recommend induction just based on size alone. I don't have gestational diabe...

Hi everyone 👋 I'm currently in my second trimester and starting to think more seriously about birth options. I'm considering the midwife-led unit at Jessop Wing and would really appreciate hearing from anyone who’s had their baby there. What was your experience like? How are the rooms?

So, I had an emergency C section with my first child. I'm down on the list for an elective c section this time as I'm just too afraid to go through that again; it was very traumatic and I still have fears of hospitals and of it happening again. Now, this time it is different ( I don't have gestational diabetes, hype...

Hey mamas! Quick question. How long did it take you to get your baby’s birth certificate? Bonus points if you live in VA. Baby was born in late January and we’re still waiting. Is this normal?

I’m being recommended to have an induction at 39 weeks due to gestational hypertension. They are even talking about doing it sooner (I’m 38 weeks today - medication is keeping it below 140/90 but only just) I asked what all my options were. The other option was to wait and see but have daily monitoring. I don’t w...

I’m booked in for my elective section on Tuesday & was told I’d receive my letter in the post, I haven’t got it yet & Royal Mail aren’t always reliable 🥴 I can’t get through to anyone to scan it over by email/give me further info. All I can see on my pregnancy notes is the date and it says 7:30am is this the time…

Anyone else get booked in for an induction and gone into natural labour before? I’ve got mine booked for next week and praying baby comes before! 🤞🏼

So, due to already established type 2 diabetes (not gestational), my doctor wants to induce me about 2 weeks earlier by late May. So far, baby is average size, which is more common with those with already established diabetes vs. gestational (where they usually are bigger). My question is, what has your experience...

Hello ladies, I'm looking for someone to put my mind at peace. I'm pregnant with my second, and I've just been told that the baby is not having the right way. They did mention that in most cases, the baby flips the right was my around, but I'm worried now as I really don't want a c-section. In fact, I was hoping f...

Hi everyone, I hope you’re all enjoying your pregnancy! I’ve been informed I will have a small baby and therefore I am now going for growth scans every 3 weeks. I am now 31 weeks and nesting is definitely kicking in with the news that my baby is going to be on the smaller side and delivery may be as early as 37 week...