Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

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LIJ forest hills

Did anyone give birth in this hospital?? I had my first in Jamaica hospital & the experience wasn’t horrible I liked it but my new OB is in LIJ i just wanted to hear some of yall stories im having a c section btw

Incognito
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Increased pressure and lightning crotch

I am 39+3 (due date 16th) and my night time movements have become so much more palpable and the lightning crotch is non stop. Anyone feeling the same? I didn’t lose mucus plug, was told cervix is closed 2 days ago but tonight it’s feeling super intense whichever position I am in!

Z
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C-Section v Induction

Hello, just looking for some advice. I’m 33+6. Had a growth scan and baby 90th percentile. I have been told due to high blood pressure and BMI they won’t let me go over 40 weeks. Likely to offered induction at 39weeks which 50% could end up in c-section. Also been advised I can have an elective c-section. Is anyone ...

L
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Hospital discharge

I’ve been doing some reflecting this evening, I had an assisted delivery with forceps and baby was totally healthy but I was discharged within 24 hours. What was everyone else’s experience if you had a straightforward delivery and no issues? How quickly did you get home?

Incognito
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Colostrum at hospital

How much colostrum do we need to take to the hospital when we are to go in? Have been collecting on and off for a few days and just want to make sure I have enough

S
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Induction

I was wondering if anyone has requested an induction on their due date and actually had it happen? My family are here from Italy when he's due and over Christmas. I was wondering if they'd actually induce me for then

Incognito
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Induction

So I’m being induced on Wednesday. But if I can I’d like to get things started naturally. Any tips to kickstart labour that actually work? I don’t want to hurt myself by eating loads of sriracha if it’s not gonna do anything 😅

J
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Contraction counter

Do anybody have an easier way to count contractions? I use a pregnancy app on my phone but by the time I get my phone unlocked and find the app and go to the contraction part, it’s almost over.

A
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Circumcision

Has anyone got their baby boy circumcised? How did it go and how was the recovery? Not looking for anyone to pass judgement

Incognito
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Post c section poo

How long is it taking you all to go for a poo after a section? I’m sure it was 6 days with my first it took me but I don’t know how long it is until you have to start worrying 🫠 I don’t actually need one yet I think the codine is making me constipated! But I’m day 5 and still no sign

Incognito
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Can anyone explain?

So I have a high cervix at 39 weeks plus 1 , does this mean I’m far away from Labour 🥲

Incognito
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Hospital bag procrastination!

I'm 38 + 5 and haven't packed my hospital bag yet. This is my second baby and I just can't get the motivation to do it. What kind of bags are you all bringing and what have you got in them? Hoping I might get some inspiration to start the packing!

J
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Cramping?

I’m cramping but it just feel like I need to use the bathroom but I cant or don’t need to go.. is this contractions or am I just constipated 😂🥲 (FTM 38+3)

Incognito
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Postpartum care after elective c-section

When can you wear a postpartum belly band to support your core after your elective c section surgery

J
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Colds

Hi Quick question will they go ahead with your planned c section if you have a cold? Thank you

J
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Leaking colostrum

Has anyone started leaking colostrum yet? I can’t remember it being this early last time🤣

G
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When to start using post partum belt?

Doesn’t seem to say when in the description. Any advice welcome. Thanks

S
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35 w

Who has all the bags ready ?! I just ordered my hospital and postpartum stuff last minute But have all the stuff for the baby ready 😂 I figured the more I drag to do it the faster time will fly by but I got lazy and didn’t want to walk the store to find my stuff so I just ordered everything off Amazon

D
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How long after bloody show did you go into labor?

I am 40 weeks today and keep having bloody show when I go to the bathroom. But I know it varies so just wondering other mamas stories? 🥰

W
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Inductions

Why is all I see getting posted that everyone is getting inductions scheduled or trying to get their babies out early? What happened to having babies when they’re ready?? 😩

Incognito
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