Hi I am currently pregnant with twins and just found out one of them is having growth restriction. Due to this I will most likely have to deliver in between 32-34 weeks. As of right now I’m looking at a c-section which has me terrified. I had my son natural and it was a great experience. Looking for other c-section moms who have any advice or are willing to share their experiences. Thank you.
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I had 2 c sections 1 at 29wk 2days and my 2nd was at 30 wk 3 days

I had a C-section after trying to have my baby for too long, but I just wasn’t dilating past 6 cm and my water was already broke and didn’t want to risk the baby also his heart beat started acting weird. Wasn’t a emergency c section but still…. A c section lol. I was nervous to get the C-section but I didn’t feel a thing and now knowing how the contractions feel I wish I would’ve gotten a C-section right off the bat instead of experiencing, all that I experienced trying to have a vaginal birth. Honestly it’s okay to be nervous ofc! But just know you won’t feel a thing! And after birth take the pain meds they definitely help make sure your moving around but not to crazy

this was similar to my experience. I wasn't dilating but I felt my contractions through my epidural because I have a fibroid tumor that caused problems. She wasn't coming down and they had already broken my water so they asked me if I wanted to wait and risk infection or go through a C-section. I wanted her out and safe. I didn't feel anything but a tug when they did the procedure. I was barely conscious for most of it though I remember vomiting during the procedure. Afterward wasnt bad. I was recovering pretty well. And yes, meds are a must.

my c section went great! i was nervous at first but the doctors are great. remember you aren’t the first person they’re doing this surgery on and surely not the last!! my recovery was great too. just make sure you get lots of rest, your body doesn’t heal good when your tired or stressed. don’t be scared to ask for help and stay on top of your pain medication

I wanted a natural birth but my daughter was breech so I had to have a csection. I was terrified but it actually went really well. It was fast and over before I knew it. Recovery wasn't horrible either

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