Did anyone get their tubes tied after having their last baby?

[Itsychik]

DH has always said he'd want "the snip" once we decided we were done having children. I was fine with this as I told him I didn't think I'd be comfortable taking that kind of permanent step in my own fertility.

But here we are expecting our third (and most definitely last) baby, and I'm having a miserable time (morning sickness) and am realizing that I don't ever, ever want to do this again. And I find myself considering whether having my tubes tied after this baby is born isn't actually a good idea after all...

So I'm just curious whether anyone else has made or considered that decision? And why you would choose one way or the other?

Thanks

 

[donnarobinson]

If I was having a section I think I'd consider this as I am done !
Stalking x

 

[JumpingIn]

I don't think they'd let me with me being 27 and only having one child, but I'd I could I would

 

[Beanonorder]

When it looked like my baby was staying breech and we started discussing c section plans if he didn't turn I started toying with the idea of getting my tubes tied.
I ended up with a c section but no tubes tied.
While doing my research I came across something that said when making the decision to think about all possibilities - including the morbid ones. So if you lost one of your kids would you want to have another one. If you got remarried would you have another child with your new husband. If you can say no to these then a permanent solution is for you. I hesitated because, although I'm done having kids, my dh and I were separated at the time and if we didn't sort things out and I met someone else I couldn't say with absolute certainty that I wouldn't consider having another one if he really wanted one.
In a way I'm annoyed I didn't do it because it would take a lot for me to even consider being pregnant again and I don't feel like dealing with birth control again. But my dh and I have a long way to go before we are back on track again and I'm still not sure that is going to happen so who knows what the future holds!

 

[Button#]

I knew absolutely that I was done but OH got the snip as it's less invasive and I think it's more effective if I remember correctly. If I'd had a c section I would have had it done though.

 

[Itsychik]

Thanks for your responses

I've had two previous EMCS's... and while I'm hoping to find a doctor who will support letting me attempt a vbac, I'm also accepting the fact that I may end up with another c-section anyway. And if it's something I'm planning in then having my tubes tied is something I'd consider (as I don't think I'd be willing to have a separate surgery for it).

Will still need to think about it... but have another 7-ish months to decide. Thanks for your input

 

[minties]

I was strongly considering it with Sophie (planned c-section), but didn't meet the age or amount of children criteria. I think if we ever had a 3rd, I would get it done.

 

[SarahBear]

I haven't because I don't want to undergo such invasive surgery if I don't have to. I did, however, have the paraguard IUD put in. It's invasive in that I now have an implant in my uterus that comes with its own set of risks, but it's easy to have inserted and easy to have removed. The other advantage is that it's reversible and non-hormonal. My big thing is that I don't want to be on anything with hormones. The other thing about it is that it lasts up to 10 years, so once it's done, you don't have to worry about it for a decade (except to check that it's still in place after you have a period). I really think I'm done with this whole reproducing thing, but if I have a reason to change my mind down the line, I can. I really don't think I will though...

 

[SarahBear]

If I had to have a c-section, I'd seriously consider tube tying. Might as well get it all done while you're cut open.

 

[ZooMa]

Whatever you decide, good luck. If you get your tubes tied, I think a salpingectomy (where they take out your tubes) is the best option. If heard the Essure clips can cause a lot of chronic pain issues.

I second the IUD. I like the hormonal one. Minimal spotting at first, then most people are period free! Lasts 3-5 years depending on brand, reversible any time, and very very nearly as effective as tubes tied. (Nothing is 100%).

 

[mamarix16]

I did, during my third section, I had terrible pregnancies and three sections so knew I was done but have been totes emosh about it!!

 

[Louise88]

I plan on having 1 more baby in 2/3 years time and have already decided that I definitely want my tubes tied after (I'm also thinking about maybe donating some eggs before tube tie as well) I always wanted 3 children and I know 100% I wont want or feel the need to have anymore after unless of course 3rd pregnancy ends up being twins then I guess I'l have 4 lol but definitely something I'm considering as me and hormones just don't mix.

 

[Tuga]

I did it. My 3rd baby was born on the 10th of August and he is my last one. I call him my cherry on top 😍
I had 2 previous emergency caesareans and knew I would have to have another one this time around and asked straight away to have my tubes tied. I had asked after I had my second baby but they said no as I was too young.
Almost 10 years later I found myself pregnant. Couldn't believe it but happy to have another child to love but I also knew it would be my last. Because of all the issues I have with my pregnancies the doctor agreed to do it and after what I went through with this pregnancy and the third section I am truly thankful I made that decision.

 

[BethHx]

I'm 22 and expecting my third and last ever baby. I've asked my dr but he said I'm far too young. My partner and dad too all 3 children has asked for the snip too which they've also said no.
I feel so let down that neither of us can have either.

 

[winterbabies3]

I wish I was having a c section just so I can have it done but I doubt they will since I have never had one before, I wish I could get all of my women parts takin out but they definitely won't do that

 

[tallybee]

I wish I was having a c section just so I can have it done but I doubt they will since I have never had one before, I wish I could get all of my women parts takin out but they definitely won't do that

I want all mine out too lol I can't cope with periods or pregnancy no more!