Elected c- section

Hey ladies I've opted for an elected c-section as i had one before but it was an emergency and have been told if i push and struggle im just going to end in a section anyway so i may aswell just elect for it, however, because i i was so tired i passed out and just woke up to my partner and our son,
What advice can you give me this time as I'm hoping its going to be so different.

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2 time c section mama. First was emergency second was planned. The second for me personally was so different than the first -- from knowing what to expect to recovery (much smoother). My body was so stressed after the emergency one. You got this ❤️

I had a elec c section because there was a high chance of ending in emergency c section if I tried inducing anyway. Even tho we had a smooth run down knew the day and time and what was happening all before leading up i also had extreme fatigue laying on the table I kept falling asleep but my fiancè kept waking me up (first time parents he thought something was wrong eveytime I closed my eyes and woke me in a worry) I wish I had of been more awake and aware also I dont remember them transferring me into the other room I dont remember my fiancè and baby leaving before me I hope someone has advice for you I completely understand how you feel 🫶🏼🥺

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