??? NATURAL OR C-SECTION ???

[babiezRblessingz]

I really would love 2 know which one of these are better...there's so many pros and cons on both sides. But both the thought of a baby coming out of "THE ALMIGHT V" or a six inch incision creeps me the freak out...I don't wana sound selfish but I'm thinkn a CS might b wats best!? if I could have the bird bring me my baby out the sky...I would have already booked reservations....lol.  HELP!!!

[PetiteWonder]

I know its hard to believe at this point but your body is designed to give birth.. People have been doing it for a very long time..

I didnt find vaginal birth bad at all and would actually describe it as pretty amazing. If you opt for an epidural, you wont really feel anything... My recovery has been quite good and had very little discomfort afterwards.. .I had a 2nd degree tear and they had to cut me a bit to get her out so I didnt come out clean.. But things healed really fast..

Try not to stress yourself out about labor, your body is made to do it

[adgal]

I personally always think it's best to go with the Dr.'s recommendation.  I had planned a natural birth and went into labor naturally, but had to have an emergency c section as my son's heart rate was dropping and I wasn't dialating.  I am one who had no trouble at all with recovery.  However, it is major surgery, and I wouldn't have opted for it if my son hadn't been in trouble.  The only thing I cared about was him being safe, so that's what we did.  If your Dr. feels for some reason you need a c section, they will let you know.  Otherwise, it's better for you to deliver naturally.  You can have an epidural or alternative pain med to make it easier on you.  I know, it sounds so scary doesn't it.  But remember, lot's of women have more then 1 child naturally, and safe to assume they are not dumb..lol.  Labor wasn't so awful, and your so excited to meet your child that that tends to be all your thinking about.  You'll do fine!  

[SMASHnSMARIN]

I have had c-sections with both of my kids, and wouldn't want it any other way. I had a great experience with both, was awake and aware of what was going on the entire time and was able to hold my babies within fifteen minutes. Only stayed two over nights (both were evening babies) and recovered quickly with minimal pain and discomfort.  I wanted a c section as soon as I found out I was pregnant, my doctor wanted me to try naturally, but I wasn't progressing so I got my wish anyway and am so happy I did!!

[babiezRblessingz]

Wooow ladies!!! Thanks 4 da info and the stories!!! I havt a total diff outlook on both of them now!!! I guess naturally would b the safest and cheapest!!! But whatever the case...I just want a healthy happy baby!!

[sammummytodeclan]

i was in the same position as you a few weeks ago. im going to be a single mum and it really scared me that having a natural.birth would effect the way i am (down there) i also had a friend who had 2 elective x sections so i had my mind set. that was until i found out if i got a c section i may not be able exercise for up to 6 months after it. that majorly put me off as i do live a very active lifestyle. i think its your body and your choice so dont let people make you feel like you shouldnt have one! i Would just read up the pros and cons of both again and see how it fits into your lifestyle xxx

[ria223]

Omg ladies...scary stuff Ur saying. I was 24 when I had my son. I had a c-section after stalling for 3 hours at 9 cm.  My c-section went great. The shaking after anesthesia sucked but was breastfeeding within an hour. Walking, showering n shaving next morning from delivery at 7:48pm. I drove after a week. Off pain meds before leaving hospital day 3. Only complaint, issues laying flat n using stomach muscles to sit up. Had to sleep on incline until built stomach muscle back up. Try vaginal first but don't worry if u need c-section. Ur body will lead most decisions for c-section. Good luck n don't stress. Talk to Ur doctor.

[Mommyof_two]

I had a c section with my daughter and it went great. I was able to hold her and spend time with her not even an hour after she was born. The next day I was up and walking around, I actually only spent two days in the hospital as well and the recovery was quick and not as painful as I had been told it would be. Now pregnant with my second baby if another c section is needed I won't mind at all! But then again I suppose it all depends on the person either way wish you the best of luck!:)

[MsKitty84]

I wouldn't go for a C-section unless you really have to. It really is major surgery with a long recovery time. It's expensive and you'll be stuck in the hospital longer.

A friend of mine is so tiny that doctors told her she had to have both of her babies by c-section. Even with state insurance kicking in for part of the delivery and weeklong hospital stay, she's still looking at about $10,000 out of pocket for her son.

[mommybear0710]

I would prefer natural birth but I have had 2 c-sections and am going in May for a 3rd. My 1st was an emergency c-section and I almost bled to death and had to have 2 blood transfusions she was born at 10:06 p.m. and I didn't get to hold her until 8 a.m. plus we were in the hospital for 7 days and the recovery was awful. But with my second we went in did the c-section and I was holding her in the recovery room, we were out of the hospital after 2 days and I was going out to eat and shopping within 1 week. Good luck I wish you the best with your decision and delivery.

[amy8702]

Natural is well natural. However, I had a c section with my son and I would opt for it again! I got really lucky though with mine. My son was born at 5:44pm he was in my arms by 7pm. The next morning, I was walking no problems. We actually only stayed 2 nights aswell. I healed great and overall, had a wonderful experience. But, everyone is different and I wish you the best of luck.

[stacey10]

I would say def natural, better for both you and bub

[NicoleW09]

I agree with the other ladies. As scary as giving birth is, most doctors will not perform an elective cesarean. Some will, but most will not as it's a major abdominal surgery. Generall speaking, recovery is much longer with a cesarean. Also, keep in mind that most insurance companies will not pay for an elective cesarean section because it is deemed medically unnecessary (unless your previous birth was a cesarean, baby is breech, or you or baby is in distress).

[kamil119]

I had a cs, believe me, it's better to have the baby come through the V than to have a gaping 5 inch wound in your stomach that never really disappears. A friend of mine was giving birth at the same time in the next room and the second day she was walking, and on third, took her baby in a carrier and left the hospital like nothing happened while I was still bent halfway and not even being able to make it to the bathroom on my own. The pain is pretty intense, believe me and the recovery is longer. Unfortunately, I'm going to have another one with this one, but this time at least know what to expect
good luck

[Mommyjeep11]

I had to have a c section with my son after trying for a natural delivery and it not progressing. It took me a very long time as well to recover. However where I live we are not allowed to do vbac's :( but I so wish I could. I was in the hospital 5 days. I don't remember actually holding my son until he was about 2 days old because of all the meds they had me on. Since I was in and out of it I was never able to get my son to latch on properly and a dumb nurse talked my husband into giving him a bottle and none of the nurses at my hospital would help me with bf after I was not groggy. But my sister in law had had 2 c sections once because the baby was breech and the 2nd because where we live they don't do vbac's but both went well for her. She was up walking around maybe 6 hours after the delivery and she was very alert. But her recovery still took a while and 2 months after her last is still very sore. I don't think I walked up right for a month after mine. It hurt too much to stand straight up. Not to mention you are not allowed to drive for 6 weeks (which I had to do anyways because my husban is gone for work mon-fri).

[smjmekg]

I don't know of a single dr who will willingly opt for a c-section without reason. I don't know why you would want major surgery over the way your body was intended to delivery a baby, BUT I can tell you this...I had a c-section with my son because he was breech (butt down instead of head down) and it took a LONG time to recover. Now that may not be like everyone's story but that's how I was. I had a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) with my daughter, and I was SOOO much happier with her birth. I wasn't drowsy, and in and out of sleep, I was able to get up and walk within a couple hours even having had an epidural. I was more awake and alert and able to hold my daughter right after she came out. I was also able to talk to people coherently, and enjoy the first few moments of her life. I wasn't able to with my son, he came out I got to kiss him after they'd cleaned him, I couldn't hold him, I had to wait until I was awake enough to see him in the nursery because he had fluid in his lungs and was breathing too fast since he had not been pushed out the birth canal. I wasn't even able to hold him until more than 14 hours after I had him. He was on oxygen, and he was a full term baby...born at 38 weeks 5 days. Now don't get me wrong, they both had their ups and downs, vaginal vs c-section, but vaginal in my opinion was a million times better.