Planned c section

I had my first c section in march of 2024 after days of a failed induction. Im schedule for a c section tomorrow due to this baby also measuring big. I'm so scared and freaking out. I still remember the feeling of the spinal and how fast you can feel your body go paralyzed, the shaking, puking and I needed a blood transfusion. I'm so scared and even though this baby was planned ( like my first one ) I can't help thinking " why did I do this to myself again" . I'm also really sad about leaving my 2 year old and I don't want to go ( obviously I know i have to ) . Has anyone else had these feelings or thoughts ?

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I had the exact same as you but in June 2021 so I know exactly how you feel, I’m going for a natural birth this time.. when he’s ready basically but not going over 40 weeks I’ll be induced if I do. Would you consider a natural and waiting it out? It’s just the recovery is easier x

I had an emergency C-section in July 2022 due to induction not working and losing the babies heartbeat, and a planned C-section Feb 2026 due to gestational diabetes. I actually had a really good experience with the emergency C-section so didn't have these feelings until I was on the operating table to be honest. My main worries were thoughts of feeling like I'd failed as this was my last baby so I'd never been able to give birth naturally.
Have you got things you can do to make yourself more relaxed on the day? Breathing exercises, a playlist? I don't know where you are based, but in the UK I've been offered both times to listen to my own playlist to be able to relax more. It's tough to get past all your thoughts and feelings tbh, but it will all be worth it when your beautiful baby is in your arms.

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