Emergency c-section

I had a scan today and unfortunately there is an issue with the placenta. The consultant basically said that they will monitor but it is likely that this will end in an emergency c-section. Is there anything you’d take with you in your hospital bag specific to c-section? My last birth was natural ending in forceps

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There's not really anything majorly different or extra to take, but the main thing I would say is take loose clothes, ideally dresses if you can so it won't sit on c section scar, or joggers or leggings that go high up above the scar are good. I personally found that the adult incontinence nappies/knickers were much easier to get on and didn't dig in as much around my scar as ordinary knickers and postpartum sanitary towel did (I'm talking the big tena lady incontinence pants - not trendy but very practical).

I got the Frida mom disposable shorts and they were SO comfy - worth every penny. I added my own maternity pads into them and re-wore the shorts for a couple of days before changing them out (changed the pads as often as needed obviously!). I also took really loose pyjamas and even left hosp in them

Mine was an emergency so I hadn't packed especially for it but definitely nighties, dresses ect... Maternity leggings work too! You'll bleed just like with a vaginal birth so definitely take adult nappies. When I got home I found a c shaped nursing pillow really useful so baby wasn't sat on my tummy while feeding. Lots of paracetamol and ibuprofen! You probably won't shower for a while so dry shampoo, wipes ect to help you feel more fresh! I also found sleeping on the sofa more comfortable for the first week than my bed. Good luck 😊

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