Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

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Induction

Got an induction date for little man he’s coming a week earlier but they haven’t discussed what pain relief I want and what I want as birth? Is this something they’ve missed out on? I did ask but they just showed me induction papers

L
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Mucus plug

Good morning ladies...could this be part of my mucus plug? l had a sweep done yesterday.

Incognito
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How long do i wait for a phone call to confirm a c-section date?

Baby girl is breech so opted for elective c-section after the ECV failed last thursday- I was told someone would call in 2-3 days with a date (not sure if this includes weekends). It’s now been 6 days since the ECV and I haven’t heard anything- should I call them or trust the process?

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Can I have my C-section earlier?

Hi mamas!! I just spoke to the midwife requesting an elective C-section. They’ll probably recommend it anyway due to it being likely that I have diabetes (genetics due to ethnicity and my dad has type 2). My due date was Feb 14th which is at 40 weeks. What week was your C-section delivery scheduled? Ideally for me...

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Slow leaking amniotic fluid

Has anyone experienced slow leaking amniotic fluid? What was your experience? How much did you lose/see in your knickers over the course of 24 hours? I’m 34 weeks & having a hard time figuring out if it’s amniotic fluid or something else! Calling midwife this morning but if you have had experience with this I’d be g...

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Luton but considering Barnet hospital for birth.i Need peoples last 2 years experience please

Hi I’m 17 weeks with my first baby and living in Luton, so far Luton hospital has not been great including the midwife appointment I had yesterday felt like I was indirectly been chased away and no questions answered, felt rushed and only blood pressure checked. Last time I was in A&E for pain I was feeling at 8week...

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Contractions

I’m 35w 4d, I’ve been having contractions for the last 2 hours. They’re not painful just really uncomfortable. My stomach gets really hard and it wraps around and down to my lower back and makes me feel pressure in my butthole lol. Sorry tmi. I have a appt at 9am, I’m so indecisive if I should wait the 7 hours or w...

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C-section!

Hey ladies, so I was due on November 4th! I had a c-section today due to the sonographer saying my baby girl was under average and is small! Baby girl was born 29/10/2024 at 16:21pm weighing a lovely 7lb 4oz!🩷 unfortunately she got taken away from me to go to special care as she couldn’t keep her oxygen up! I…

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Fear of vaginal birth and c-sections

I have been terrified of a vaginal birth since before getting pregnant. For that reason I have strongly considered an elective c section and my doctor said I could get one. I'm now 33 weeks and still haven't chosen a birth plan though. I'm not sure if I should go through a surgery if I don't have a medical reason fo...

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Baby still high up

I’m 37 weeks and the baby is still so high up. Is there anything you all have been doing to help the baby “drop”? I really don’t want to be induced. This is my first. Also, congrats to all the mamas who have had their babies! You are all superhero’s!

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Birth

Anybody already had a baby and know how many people can be ur birthing partner. Originally it was supposed to be my mother but now baby daddy wants to be involved. This will be my first so I hope I can have both, one in both hand helping me push the big fat head out😂

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Inductions

Any of you ladies getting induced? Currently 34+4 and I would have opted in to one at 39weeks but this time around it’s medically necessary due to GD & hypertension. Getting induced November 15th at 37weeks. A bit over two weeks to go!!

E
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VBAC

Hey guys! Just found out I’m pregnant with baby #2. I’m definitely wanting to attempt a VBAC this go around if I’m deemed eligible. My first pregnancy I was induced (due to my husband being overseas and I did it so he could for sure be there). The induction was a fail and baby was in distress. I had an emergency cse...

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Contractions

Hi I was just curious because every doctors appointment they ask if I’ve been having contractions. If anyone could explain what that feels like I know it’s hard to describe feelings like that but I just want to know what I should be on the look out for other than feeling my baby roll around

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Breach baby

Just had my 36 week apt and found out that my baby is breach. I guess I’m part of the lucky 3%. Anyone have experience with a EVC to flip baby? Was it painful, stressful etc..? I’m being told a spinal tap is administered etc. sounds scary and intimidating. The other option is to not do an EVC and schedule a c-s...

J
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positive induction experience

having an induction tonight and im only hearing horror stories does anyone have positive stories and/or advice??

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When should you pack your hospital bag?

I am currently 28 weeks n 5 days and I don’t know why I feel like I am in such a rush to pack my hospital bag how early is too early when should I start packing my bag

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Eek in hospital overnight and couldn’t get onto my husband!

I’m 37 weeks. Having elective c section at 39 because of my first child’s labour. Last night I went to the hospital for lack of movement. Little miss was doing well until her heart rate dropped suddenly. A doctor and two nurses came in. One nurse puts a cannula in and put me on fluids. Another checking my blood su...

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Birth partners?

Hi My midwife has confirmed that at Basingstoke your allowed two birthing partners, does this mean both can be with me from the start of labour until baby is born? And planned section same rule apply?

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Scar help

Hello! C section Mummas! I’ve just had my dressing removed today (day 7) Any tips on keeping it clean and dry etc? I feel really vulnerable without the dressing! And worried about it rubbing on my over the bump pants 😅

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