C sec vs natural birth, what would you do if you were me? - Page 4

tu123 · Mar 14th, 2012, 21:58 PM

I voted C Section.

With your history, i would rather plan for a C Sec than need an emergency one.

I am in a similar dilemma but for different reasons. it is a big decision.

arj · Mar 16th, 2012, 01:56 AM

Wow seems the majority think C section..

ZoeZo · Mar 16th, 2012, 12:22 PM

Aw poor bubs (and poor you!) my head says 'c-section' but my heart says natural, and blieve that your body WILL work properly, www.midwifethinking.com has some great articles (look in the archives) I have a lovely fairytale thought that without fear everything will work in harmony (www.brithwithoutfrearblog.com has loads of great birth stories, not just natural, but all sorts of births)

x

NickyNack · Mar 16th, 2012, 13:06 PM

I think you should attempt to do it the way nature intended. If it doesn't work, and you need assistance, you can opt for a csection then. If that's what you want at the time.
I've had three csections and although they are probably not as bad as you think they bloody hurt. They affect your fertility afterwards, and it's hard enough to look after one baby/child after an op but two newborns plus two more kids will be a bit of a handful to say the least!! Also you will be in hospital for days afterwards and I missed my kids like mad.

My thinking is plan for the worst but hope for the best - it may go smoothly but have safeguards on place just in case.

And make sure your mw knows your anterior lip history so you aren't told to push against a lip again!!

jenniferttc1 · Mar 16th, 2012, 13:19 PM

I usually lean towards vaginal birth, but seeing your photos, history, and having twins I would tell someone to consider c-section. Its a tough one. I've always feared c-sections and I never want one, so its hard for me to tell someone else to go for it.

arj · Mar 16th, 2012, 13:51 PM

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Originally Posted by jenniferttc1

I usually lean towards vaginal birth, but seeing your photos, history, and having twins I would tell someone to consider c-section. Its a tough one. I've always feared c-sections and I never want one, so its hard for me to tell someone else to go for it.

You sound exactly like me!!!!

Lizzie K · Mar 16th, 2012, 14:06 PM

Ultimately, it's your decision. I would be torn in your position. I am a strong believer in natural, vaginal births, with a c-section only being consented to if absolutely necessary. On the other, hand, with your history, I could see why you would be nervous about even attempting a vaginal delivery. I am not going to vote in the poll, since it's not my babies or my body and I believe you and your doctor (and your OH, of course) are the ones who need to make this decision.

JSB · Mar 16th, 2012, 14:12 PM

OMG!! What a sin! Whatever decision you make I'm sure it will be the right one, at least you have a lot of time to really think about it. Good luck! x

LisaL79 · Mar 16th, 2012, 15:09 PM

Reading your history and the fact you're having twins, my vote is for c-sec.

honeybee2 · Mar 16th, 2012, 15:16 PM

I think because you are having twins, you may need a c section anyway if one doesnt turn or something like that. I really would opt for a c-section. Its not the easy way out but it does mean less complications for the babies. More recovery time though- but in your mind you have to consider whats more important? Best of luck xx

P.s. I'm also very scared of births with intervention. I'm terrified of c-sections but i think with the right reassurance and keeping calm during would make all the difference xx

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ZoeZo Active BnB Member Proper TTC Cycle 2011 #1 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Suffolk Country: Posts: 712 Thanked others: 437 Thanked 239 times in 195 posts Currently Feeling:	Aw poor bubs (and poor you!) my head says 'c-section' but my heart says natural, and blieve that your body WILL work properly, www.midwifethinking.com has some great articles (look in the archives) I have a lovely fairytale thought that without fear everything will work in harmony (www.brithwithoutfrearblog.com has loads of great birth stories, not just natural, but all sorts of births) x __________________ Last edited by ZoeZo; Mar 19th, 2012 at 05:05 AM..
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NickyNack Chat Happy BnB Member Mum of 3 girls, soon 4!! Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: East of Scotland Country: Posts: 2,112 Thanked others: 301 Thanked 850 times in 684 posts Currently Feeling:	I think you should attempt to do it the way nature intended. If it doesn't work, and you need assistance, you can opt for a csection then. If that's what you want at the time. I've had three csections and although they are probably not as bad as you think they bloody hurt. They affect your fertility afterwards, and it's hard enough to look after one baby/child after an op but two newborns plus two more kids will be a bit of a handful to say the least!! Also you will be in hospital for days afterwards and I missed my kids like mad. My thinking is plan for the worst but hope for the best - it may go smoothly but have safeguards on place just in case. And make sure your mw knows your anterior lip history so you aren't told to push against a lip again!! __________________
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jenniferttc1 BnB Elite mommy of 1 baking #2 Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: US Country: Posts: 10,858 Thanked others: 1,529 Thanked 3,572 times in 2,936 posts Currently Feeling:	I usually lean towards vaginal birth, but seeing your photos, history, and having twins I would tell someone to consider c-section. Its a tough one. I've always feared c-sections and I never want one, so its hard for me to tell someone else to go for it. __________________
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Lizzie K Active BnB Member mom to four boys Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Louisville Country: Posts: 487 Thanked others: 9 Thanked 176 times in 151 posts Currently Feeling:	Ultimately, it's your decision. I would be torn in your position. I am a strong believer in natural, vaginal births, with a c-section only being consented to if absolutely necessary. On the other, hand, with your history, I could see why you would be nervous about even attempting a vaginal delivery. I am not going to vote in the poll, since it's not my babies or my body and I believe you and your doctor (and your OH, of course) are the ones who need to make this decision. __________________
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Mar 16th, 2012, 14:12 PM	#38
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honeybee2 BnB Elite Team blue! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: UK Country: Posts: 12,090 Thanked others: 5,173 Thanked 3,478 times in 3,162 posts Currently Feeling:	I think because you are having twins, you may need a c section anyway if one doesnt turn or something like that. I really would opt for a c-section. Its not the easy way out but it does mean less complications for the babies. More recovery time though- but in your mind you have to consider whats more important? Best of luck xx P.s. I'm also very scared of births with intervention. I'm terrified of c-sections but i think with the right reassurance and keeping calm during would make all the difference xx __________________ Last edited by honeybee2; Mar 16th, 2012 at 15:18 PM..
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