What to do the night before a c-section

My planned c-section is in 6 days! I am so nervous. I’ve had an emergency c-section with my first baby, so there is some trauma associated with giving birth for me. I’m excited to meet my baby more than anything though.

What should I do the night before my c-section? I know you are not supposed to eat for 8 hours prior. What kind of meal should I eat? I was thinking tofu rice bowl with avocado.

I’m going to do a full shower the night before and then a body rinse the morning of. Did you do your hair? I read no hair products? What day should I shave this coming week? I read you shouldn’t do it the night before.

I have an OB apt on Friday, so I know I can ask these things then, but I’m just feeling anxious to plan.

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Just relax and u have to fast for 8 hours before. I had a big fat Chinese the night before my c section. I just washed my hair and dryer my hair the night before my c section. Also I shaved two days before hand xx

The night before I had a really carb full meal so it filled me up. I washed my hair and styled it the night before, so it was good for at least a week afterwards - I used all my normal hair products. I shaved 4-5 days before, but did my under arms the night before along with my hair wash! (not sure if it was allowed but that’s what I did.. whoops!) - I was told the morning of to shower with unscented soap!
I know it’s easier said than done but don’t be nervous I would have a planned caesarean again! It was such a calm and magical experience!
Hope this helps you in some way! Good luck!

I had steak and fries with peas and mushrooms, I also didn’t care about my hair 😂 as I had to deliver her 3 weeks early so she was elective but with urgency. I also didn’t shave as they advise you not to (down there) due to infection risk X

Definitely shave lol it was so awkward having someone else shave me 😂😂😂 but otherwise not much just make sure you have everything you need and try to relax

I did the same as my first I just didnt progress . Just eat normally and I had a shower the morning off . I couldn't really see to shave down there. Properly anyhow.

I appreciate every one of your replies! Thank you all 🙏🏼

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