People who have had an elective ..

[nataliecn]

Mine was planned, and the experience was lovely.
I don't remember how long between being stitched up, and getting to hold the baby - i think i fell asleep as they were stitching me up as I don't remember actually leaving the OR and coming into the room! lol!
As soon as I was in the room, I had the baby.
Yes, you are uncomfortable but it doesn't hurt to hold the baby. I'm sure it all depends on how you're sitting. Same goes with the breastfeeding - just have to find the position that works best.

My scar is about 6-7 inches. hidden under my underwear. And it healed so nicely. for the getting back to pre-baby weight, I believe it takes longer as you have to wait 6 weeks before you're supposed to be doing anything really.

As for the holding - it didn't hurt to hold him. Getting up and down was what hurt me - you never realize how much you use your stomach muscles until you've had a surgery like that! Keep in mind, they don't want you carrying anything other than the baby for 6 weeks normally!

 

[MiissDior]

I had a natural birth
followed by 2 x elective c-sections

I would have a c-sec again YES

comparison to natural: for me, there is none
natural birth was thee most amazing experience of my life
only my outcome was different, 42week stillbirth. hence why i wanted a section for second birth.
my 1st experience of c-sec was scariest thing iv ever been through but mainly because i was worried of another stillbirth.
my 2nd section was FANTASTIC cant fault it.

recovery after 1st was not nice experience
but was back doing everything i usually did within the 1st week
back driving 2days after i got out

recovery after 2nd was super great.
was back doing everything again within 1st week
was driving day after i got out hospital

advise:
-go in with open mind
-dont be too hard on yourself if your not recovering as quick as you expect
-take every bit of pain relief your been given and ask for more as soon as you feel the twinges comming on before any pain sets in
-dont be afraid to press the call button during night if ther anyting you need
- MOST HAVE buy the huge knickers that go over your belly button, they aid for a much more comfortable recovery rather than the big pants that sit lower down.