Positive C section!!

[Girl20]

Good morning Ladies

My name is Adriana, mother to a Super Baby!! Nearly 6 months old already.

Thought I would share my positive C Section experience for anyone wanting info on it.

Right from the get go I was TERRIFIED of giving normal (e.g vaginal) birth.
There was NO WAY my son was coming out of my Ve Jay Jay , I would much rather happily just carry him around in my tummy for forever - unless I could have a C Section.

And Yes I was Judged by a lot of Mothers, even some ladies that never gave birth in their lives for CHOOSING to have a C Section. Telling me that I would not have a bond with my child or that I am weak and selfish - which of-course i did not appreciate at all .
So I went ahead.

My body, My baby and My decision .

Do not get me wrong i did a lot of research on this, and would never have done it if I felt that it would harm my baby in any way.
I completely understood the pros and cons of both Normal and C Section deliveries and decided that a C Section would be best for Me and My baby. I would be traumatized if I had to give birth any other way. (Drama Queen side of me again )

So anyway on the 5th of August 2012 at 19:44 I gave life to MY CHAMP!!
Weighing a healthy 3.4kg, he stole (ok ok I gave it willingly!) my Heart forever!

I had a spinal done and within 40 minutes of me arriving at the hospital Juan was delivered safely, happy and in his mommies arms!!

I was told that it was going to really really hurt the next morning getting up for the first time after the section so i decided to move around in bed as soon as life returned into my legs, so when I got up I was soooooo surprised when the pain really was not that bad at all .

Sure I took all my pain medication on time - just incase . Mabe thats what made it so manageable?...

It was a bit uncomfortable though, for 2 weeks I took things steady. It took me a bit longer than usual to do things but considering that I just gave birth through a c section I was doing amazing.

I was stitched on the inside but had the surgical glue on the outside of the wound. It took 2 weeks and my scar was healed and looking very good. The scar is below my panty line so not even visible to anyone except my husband of course . It is maybe 8/10cm and a neat straight line - I am so proud of it because I know my son came out of there. My Love scar!!! The scar that gave me the most precious gift, my Champ!

Oh and regarding the "You will not be able to bond with your child if you choose a c section" comment.

Let me tell you right now, I carried this child for 38Weeks.
He gave me morning sickness, He made me tired, He gave me stretch marks and made me "fat", He created some of the most beautiful memories in my life!, I saw his little heart beating inside of me and couldn't catch my breath!!, He kicked his daddy's back when I held him whilst sleeping, He responded to my tickles in my tummy.

I bonded with Him long before he was even born, I bonded with him whilst he was still A PART of me.

And the day He was born, that day was the BEST day of my LIFE!
No one can tell me that I do not have a bond or love Him any less because I had a C Section. That is just silly!!

The Decision is yours...

Normal birth, C section - it does not matter. You do what is best for you and your baby and don't let anyone influence your decision unless it is your doctor.

What matters is that you received the best gift given by God, and that is Motherhood!!

I have attached some pictures taken recently - Meet my Little man Juan!

 

[wannabeprego]

Thanks for sharing your storyIt is great hearing about a positive C-section experience!! Congrats on the birth of your son!! He is adorable!!

 

[ispeakinsongs]

thanks for sharing and congrats xx

 

[helena]

Thanks. I have had two positive c sections and hope for another in 11 days! I think
People who judge us are secretly a bit jealous we got to have a section and not feel guilty about it! I had a medical reason for not wanting a v birth, but that was only part of my choice, I could have birthed naturally if I had wanted to enough. I didn't.
If people ask me why it was a c section I either laugh it off "I am too posh to push, you know that surely?", leaving them confused if i am serious or not, or I tell them about my medical issues "I have a skin disorder in my hoo-ha and I would have split and cut lots, I am a bit like tissue paper down there".. For most people it's tmi and they feel terrifically embarrassed for ever asking the question that should teach them. Is my business.

Well done on knowing what you wanted, researching and sticking to your beliefs. My doctor also told me there would be no negative health impacts for baby.
Baby and i bonded (I had never heard anyone suggest problems bonding?! I don't get that at all!), breastfed for 17 months and recovered well in a matter of days. It was all good for me.

 

[Girl20]

helena

Haha Lady ur so funny, Yip that would sure teach them not to stick their noses where it does not belong

Congratulations on your little one on the way! You Must be soooo excited

 

[iwantabub]

thanks so much for your story...

it made me get a bit teary lol...
Damn pregnancy hormones

I have been struggling with my choice and people making me feel guilty if I don't give natural a shot.

I still haven't fully decided either but now I don't feel so pressured...

good luck t o you and your little bubs.
xxx

 

[helena]

I am 6 days post op and a very happy lady.
Was up walking within 6 hosts and showering on my own within 24. Baby perfect.
It was my third c section and possibly my easiest recovery.
The first day was hard, but after that I have been very very pleased.

 

[Girl20]

I am 6 days post op and a very happy lady.
Was up walking within 6 hosts and showering on my own within 24. Baby perfect.
It was my third c section and possibly my easiest recovery.
The first day was hard, but after that I have been very very pleased.

Congratulations Lady!!!

I am so glad that everything went well and that you doing good. Ahh I get so broody when I see other newborns lol - but then I remember - it's hard work, I am going to try again when he is one though... O rso I hope lol will have to see what hubby thinks of this

 

[Girl20]

thanks so much for your story...

it made me get a bit teary lol...
Damn pregnancy hormones

I have been struggling with my choice and people making me feel guilty if I don't give natural a shot.

I still haven't fully decided either but now I don't feel so pressured...

good luck t o you and your little bubs.
xxx

Good Morning Lady

I am real glad that my story helped you not to feel so pressured, It is a big decision you have to make and although you feel like pleasing everyone else (totally normal I am sure) go with what you are comfortable with.

Whatever you decide - I wish you well!. And congratulations on the Bubs .

 

[helena]

Oh just spotted typos...I was up walking within 6 HOURS. Doh.

A week on I strolled to a cafe round the corner with friends this morning, and the midwife is taking my staples out today. Feel very human and no guilt at all about my choice of birth because ultimately I have a beautiful daughter who is happy and well, as am I. That's all it is about.
Girl20 - there are two years between each of my babies. It works well. Busy and hectic, but nice.