Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

Hi lovelies! I’m terrified I have my c section on Tuesday and I’m feeling very overwhelmed. I’m trying not to get stressed out and cry but I feel like I’m holding it all in and pretending I’m fine but in reality freaking out. Any reassurance please would be amazing!

I have an elective C section scheduled for May 29th. Our master is on the 3rd floor. 3 flights of stairs. Closest bedroom is two flights. At what point do you think I’ll be able to sleep up there? Also carrying baby up and down stairs too? I’m going to set up a sleeping arrangement on the first floor for when I get...

Have I lost my mucus plug? Been feeling abit off it all day and felt a few twinges here n there x

How long did you drive after c section? I was recommended after 6 weeks but wondering if anyone was sooner/later

I delivered via c section 2 weeks ago at 38 weeks - I really wanted a natural delivery and was looking forward to going to 41 weeks but due to the Baby’s size we were advised to have a c section on Wednesday and then it happened on the Friday I’ve been feeling really sad that I’m no longer pregnant and that all th...

is anyone else struggling ? had a c section and I’m in a lot of pain even when I’m not even squeezing. Need to get some laxative in the morning but anyone know any tricks for the mean time ?

Hi all, first time mam here I have GD so already know I have to stay in hospital for at least 24hrs. And just wondering if they will allow my husband to stay with me. I know people stay in hospital after birth for days/all kinds of reasons - can partners stay too? If they do need to go - how long after birth can th...

Is this slow labour or just braxton hicks I've been getting tightness in my bump and vigina for the last few hours it comes and goes but it's very intence very different from my braxton hicks I had a week ago I'm 40w3d

Am I Missing anything? 🫶🏽 Hospital Bag ◦ Big knickers ◦ Maternity Pads ◦ Nighties / pjs ◦ Nursing Bra ◦ Dress to go home ◦ Jacket ◦ Slippers ◦ Slides ◦ Snacks (sweets,drinks) ◦ Shower Gel ◦ Toothbrush ◦ Toothpaste ◦ Face wipes ◦ Towel ◦ Flannel ◦ Lip balm ◦ Dry shampoo ◦ Nipple cream…

We’ve got a 2 year old and he is going through separation anxiety at the minute and hates being left with people, the plan is for my sister to look after him when I’m in labor but I know induction can take a long time so I don’t want to be worrying about my little boy the whole time

I saw my consultant 4 weeks ago who said that he would provisionally book my csection for 10th June but may need to bring it forward. I’ve had nothing from anyone to confirm this has been done, do you normally get confirmation?

I need some suggestions on what to do to induce labor as naturally as possible. I’m 38 weeks as of yesterday and my doctor told me at my last appointment that they are wanting to induce me at 39 weeks because I have gestational diabetes, she said they could wait til my due date if I prefer but she’s not gonna let me...

Hiya, first time mum here. I’m just wondering what to pack in mine and baby girls hospital bag. Many help and advise would be appreciated.

40+2 i’ve been losing bits of my mucus plug since friday, i’ve spent all day on my ball today and i’ve noticed a hugee increase in discharge (assuming that’s what it is) to the point it’s left my underwear completely soaked, very sort of thin and clear but pretty sure it’s discharge and not waters but correct me if ...

Im 90% sure my water is breaking…had three random gushes of liquid coming out- not pee/yellow. It was clear. Happened twice after I got out the shower and once before I got in. Should I head to the hospital now? Or wait till I get contractions. I have no contractions and really don’t want to get induced 😩 If I go,…

Hi all, I had my c section 4 weeks ago yesterday, one end of my wound has taken longer to heal, it did have a scab which came off in the shower and now today I have noticed that one of my stitches is exposed. What do I do in this situation? This was my first ever surgery and the fact it was so big freaked me out any...

Really thought I was going to go into labor last night as I was having regular contractions, went to bed and then woke up this morning and they were completely gone! 40 weeks today

I have a 3 year old and I’m due to have my second on the 9th of August. I don’t have any family baby dad is not interested and I’m just worried that if i ended up having an emergency c section how would i cope?

I wish I could just take it out of me and throw it because that pain HURTSSSSSSS

Out of curiosity, when did people call triage after going into labour? My waters haven’t broken yet but contractions have just amped up to being 5 minutes apart and they started over 24 hours ago