I'm 34weeks3days. My doctor says my baby is going to be big(right now the sono says he's 6lbs9oz. She said if I don't have him by 38 weeks on my own, that she will schedule a caesarean for me. I'm very nervous. I was induced at 42 weeks and delivered vaginally with both of my boys so this is scary for me. I don't know anyone who has had a c-section either so I can't really ask anyone. I will also be having my tubes tied at the same time. I would like to know the recovery time of c-section and any other info you think I should know. Thanks a bunch.
2006-08-30 07:45:31 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Also, do you still bleed the same afterwards? The same as if you had a vaginal birth?
2006-08-30 07:49:43 · update #1
I am a 24 year old mother of two. My son (my first) was a C-section baby, at 9lbs, 4oz he had to be. My daughter was a VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean). The recovery time is longer, and the limited movement lasts longer. The bleeding is the same. The procedure itself is painless, the week or two after is a kind of constant aching pain in your stomach. An ace bandage will help with that, take your pain medication and walk a little more each day. This will help you from getting too stiff. Most of all, enjoy your new addition. The joy of him will make the rest pale in comparison. Just make sure you have someone to help you for the first week at home.
2006-08-30 08:09:59 · answer #1 · answered by lckychrms515 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All three of my children came by c-section. Not a big deal. I was up and around that day. Recovering take a little longer. My bleeding was less then what some of my friends had experienced from a vaginal birth. I think it could be because of the fact that you are loosing some of the blood during surgery. My husband and sister got to be in the operating room with me. The rest of my family was also able to travel to see the baby because the doctor set a date and time for the c-section so it was easy. Plus my husband was able to plan it around his work schedule. It is nice to know when the baby is coming. They will give you a epidural so you are awake and can see the baby right away. I went back to work about two weeks after. So it is not as bad as it sounds. Just try to relax and enjoy the last few weeks.
Best wishes
2006-08-30 08:03:41 · answer #2 · answered by Hollli 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had an emergency c-section with my 3rd child. The recovery time is alot longer. I was in the hospital 3 days afterwards. It is hard to move around and you need to make sure you have a good support system when you first go home. Chasing 2 kids and taking care of a baby is frustrating when you are in pain getting up and down. Try to take it slow when you get home.
While in the hospital, get up as soon as they will let you and take the pain medication. IT is there to help you. I didn't want any at first, but the nurses encouraged it and i felt like getting around and was able to walk like they wanted. I was put totally put under so I had to "cough" to help clear my lungs afterwards and that was painful even with the medicines. I hope you don't have to go that route.
If you are worried about scaring, don't be. You can barely see mine. It is right at the hair line and it is only visible on the ends. The procedure my doc used the stitches are on the inside to minimize scaring.
Don't be scared, C-sections are all the rage. Just think how hip you will be.....lol!
2006-08-30 07:58:12 · answer #3 · answered by Why do you ask? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
c0section is a longer recovery time. you will be very sore and need about 4-6 weeks before feeling better. be sure to try and arrange extra help at home because you should not lift too much.
you will still have a vaginal discharge after a c-section.
they are a little harder to heal from but it is nothing to be afraid of.
you may have a numb sensation for several months near your scar as the nerves heal.
the best help i had when i had my c-section was my husband willing to do much of the housework and helping with the baby. if this is not a solution for you then ask Friends, family or whoever to help out the first few days at least until your soreness goes down considerably. it will get much better after about 10 days but you will still be sore if you overdue your activity.
try to use a pillow and cover your scar when you cough or even when laughing hard.it will help minimize the pain.
don't worry you will be fine!
2006-08-30 07:57:07 · answer #4 · answered by rcsanandreas 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a c-section with my son at 39 weeks because of complications. The good part of a c-section is that you don't feel pain until after your child is born! You can chose to be awake or asleep for the procedure. I chose to be asleep. If you are awake, they numb you from the waist down (so you dont feel anything) They give you a bikini cut just below the hair line.After the proceure is done, they will be giving you pain medication, they will also give you some to take home. I got up and walked around the next day (the sooner u can get up the better) you will feel extremely sore but the bandage they put on will help this. I had painful urination for about 3 weeks after my son was born. Not all women get this though. It was also very hard for me to pass stool. If you have this problem, they can give you a stool softner. It takes about 3 weeks to a month to get back sorta normal. The key to a good recovery is to get a much rest as you can (sleep when baby is sleeping) do not lift anything or try not to bend too much. If you can get someone to help you for the first month especially that would be great. My son is 10 months old and I still have numbness in certain parts of my stomach. This apparently is normal as I have heard of someone who had a c-section years ago and parts of her stomach is still numb. Just try not to worry too much. C-sections are extremely common procedures done everyday. I had one and I consider myself to be a big wuss! Just remember you are doing waht is best for you and your child. Once you go into your surgery with a positive attitude and have help after you get home, you will be just fine. Just remember to take it as easy as possible. If you want to chat further please email me anytime. My email address is queen_bling22@hotmail.com and my yahoo id is icey_chica
2006-08-30 08:16:34 · answer #5 · answered by Tristin's Mom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My C-section was awesome! I was so upset at first, I cried for 2 days, but looking back, I would do it again in a heartbeat. I never had any pain and was able to have my family plan to be at the birth. I was up and walking within 2 days, never needed the pain medication, and went home on day 3. I couldn't really lift anything for a while, but it was not a big deal. Remember that each person recovers differently-I am told that it has a LOT to do with your doctor. Now, except for the scar, nothing is different.
2006-08-30 07:56:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a c-section with my first son after over 24 hours of labor and 4 hours of pushing. I am scheduled to have a c-section next Friday with my second son because of what happened with oldest son and also because I have diabetes. You need to ask your dr specifically why you cannot delivery vaginally. Many women have large babies and do just fine. The recovery time for a c-section is different for everyone, usually 4-8 wks. Make sure to follow aftercare instructions carefully. Good Luck!
2006-08-30 13:18:43 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow,that doctor is dumb as are many doctors,fat squishes and you could have no problem having your baby.I have had 2 vaginal births and two cesareans and the people who say it was great or no big deal or not the norm.I recommend that you learn more about a cesarean before you agree to this....you do not have to have a c-section your doctor cant make you.There is a great group called ICAN (international cesarean awareness network) I suggest you join and you will get alot of usefull information before you make this choice.Doctors try and do whats easy for them not whats best for you and your baby,please dont go into this with your eyes closed....c/s is major abdominal surgery and is much riskier for you and baby and just the thought that you cant hold your baby as soon as its born is sad,there are few hospitals that let that happen and i did not get to hold my babies until they were 4 and 5 hours old and they were to tired to want to nurse.I only recommend a section if its an emergency for you or baby.
2006-08-30 09:17:23 · answer #8 · answered by alecnaaron 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if your doing the tubial ask to schedule the c-section. i have had both types of delivereis. yes you still bleed after the same as a vaginal. the recoverytime is about 8-10 weeks it varies it can be as low as 6 weeks just like a vaginal. a c-section is more painful after but they give you plenty of pain meds for it. the most important thing is after you have it get up and walk as soon as the let you. it will hurt but walking will help you heal. feel free to email me any other questions if you would like im here for you
2006-08-30 07:56:56 · answer #9 · answered by kleighs mommy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have never had a vaginal delivery so, i cant compare.. but with c section it takes about a month to be able to move normally. I was up the next day walking around, but i was also on pain meds. Make sure you ask for a binder too. its like an elastic ace bandage that holds your stomach tight so it doesnt move around and hurt. They are a GODSEND.
advice::: do not do a lot of walking or bending for a while. It makes you bleed more.
2006-08-30 07:50:41 · answer #10 · answered by psychstudent 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋