Things you'd wish you'd known BEFORE going to the hospital? - Page 8

chuck · Jul 27th, 2011, 14:30 PM

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Originally Posted by tina_h75

also, afterpains hurt like hell so be prepared for toe curling for the first couple of days of breastfeeding.

Not always, I BF to start with and didnt get terrible after pains thankfully.

tina_h75 · Jul 27th, 2011, 15:18 PM

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Originally Posted by chuck

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Originally Posted by tina_h75

also, afterpains hurt like hell so be prepared for toe curling for the first couple of days of breastfeeding.

Not always, I BF to start with and didnt get terrible after pains thankfully.

you were lucky then, with the first they were painful, breastfeeding my 2nd they were agonising and with my third I think I would have preferred contractions again.

Silverwing · Jul 27th, 2011, 16:23 PM

This thread is awesome. I now have plenty of tips for when things finally get moving!

zuggypops · Jul 28th, 2011, 03:19 AM

hi my name is zoe and im 39 weeks and 3 days and i want to get things started

any ideas people xx

tina_h75 · Jul 28th, 2011, 04:55 AM

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Originally Posted by zuggypops

hi my name is zoe and im 39 weeks and 3 days and i want to get things started

any ideas people xx

not really, babies will come when they are ready. Make the most of the last few days while you can. Have some relaxing evenings with you OH, go out for dinner, get your hair done and sleep! good luck. x

madcatwoman · Jul 28th, 2011, 07:44 AM

i wish id known induction would give me no build up in pain, i also wish id been informed id be kept in hospital for 3 days for having GBS! Even although i was given the anti b's

sweetcheeks78 · Jul 29th, 2011, 09:47 AM

I wish I had kept moving around. My labour had a textbook progression till I got to hospital and they made me lie on a bed hooked up to monitors as three had been meconium in my waters. As soon as I was made to lie down, everything slowed and it just went downhill from there, ending in a very traumatic forceps delivery (and a huge tear) as a last option before C-section. I firmly believe if I had been able to move around freely I would have managed just fine.

jools85 · Jul 29th, 2011, 18:16 PM

Labour can be a very slooow process, rest as much as you can at the start!
Going to the toilet for a one or two is not as bad as you think, I was in tears at the thought but it was really fine, just take your time (or a book haha)

Julie_B1 · Aug 13th, 2011, 01:11 AM

what a fabulous thread. I am 28 weeks pregnant and am a complete nightmare for needing to be organised. I think I have written down a very long list from all the great advice. Thanks everyone.

Here's the summary for anyone reading this for the first time:

Ipod (plus charger), nighties, disposable pants (that fit), snacks, lip balm, hot water bottle, still drinks, maternity pads (lots!), clean comfy pants, camera, breast pads, nursing bra, straws, comfy clothes, baby wipes, pillow, toiletries, money, plus adding dressing gown and slippers.

Thanks ladies xx

Emerald · Aug 13th, 2011, 07:22 AM

Im the exact same wishing I had slept with baby blanket before having my LO.
x

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sweetcheeks78 Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Shropshire Posts: 1,332	I wish I had kept moving around. My labour had a textbook progression till I got to hospital and they made me lie on a bed hooked up to monitors as three had been meconium in my waters. As soon as I was made to lie down, everything slowed and it just went downhill from there, ending in a very traumatic forceps delivery (and a huge tear) as a last option before C-section. I firmly believe if I had been able to move around freely I would have managed just fine.

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jools85 Mum (Mom) Active BnB Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 39	Labour can be a very slooow process, rest as much as you can at the start! Going to the toilet for a one or two is not as bad as you think, I was in tears at the thought but it was really fine, just take your time (or a book haha)

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Aug 13th, 2011, 01:11 AM	#79
Julie_B1 Pregnant (Expecting) New BnB Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 5	what a fabulous thread. I am 28 weeks pregnant and am a complete nightmare for needing to be organised. I think I have written down a very long list from all the great advice. Thanks everyone. Here's the summary for anyone reading this for the first time: Ipod (plus charger), nighties, disposable pants (that fit), snacks, lip balm, hot water bottle, still drinks, maternity pads (lots!), clean comfy pants, camera, breast pads, nursing bra, straws, comfy clothes, baby wipes, pillow, toiletries, money, plus adding dressing gown and slippers. Thanks ladies xx

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Emerald Mum (Mom) Active BnB Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Scotland Posts: 541	Im the exact same wishing I had slept with baby blanket before having my LO. x

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