Birthing options

Hi I was wondering if I could get some advice on what birthing option to go for
I’m wanting to know as much as possible on a vaginal birth and a c section, so I can make a informed decision
I faint when in pain or too hot which is why I’m undecided and obviously want to go for the safest option

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I really recommend looking into “The Naked Doula” they also do an app and provide so much information on everything!! There are lots of different pain relief options for if you decided to go for a vaginal birth.

I'm also really sensitive to pain and opting for a c section for this reason (and also because sleep deprivation makes me extremely depressed, ptsd etc). Recovery for c section is harder but at least I know when to expect pain and can get meds, whereas with labour you never know, and the baby isn't out yet so there's a risk for more people. You should see an OB to talk through the options though?

If you want a large family I would aim for a vaginal birth, as complications can increase with the more c-sections you have. It is major abdominal surgery. There are different pain options for vaginal delivery from gas and air to the epidural and more in between. Also consider what you want the recovery to look like, I had to have blood thinning injections every day for 6 weeks after my emergency c-section.

I had an unmedicated vaginal birth if you have any questions about it

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