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Pushing with epidural

I’m considering if I will have or not an epidural in my labour, but I’ve heard so many mixed info of pushing phase with it. Could those who had an epidural during labour tell me how it went? Even if your epidural was running out or given just before pushing.

TIA

Induction Stories (POSITIVE ONLY)

I am getting induced next week at 39+4 weeks. I am very scared going into it and people have been so negative and mean towards me about it. I would like to hear anyone’s positive stories that have been induced. Tips on how to prepare would be great as well!

has the health visitor checked your baby’s height and head measurement? ever?

i saw a comment earlier in this group saying they had their baby’s head measured at their 6w check but no one has ever checked either for me?

Early pregnancy

Hey did anyone experience a little bit of blood after wiping and brown discharge this is the second day of it happening I am experiencing no pain but very stressed out I’m 7 weeks

Embarrassed

Hello moms. Im so embarrassed but I feel like im failing right now. My youngest kiddo has to have tonsil and adnoid surgery( special diet for at least 2 weeks) and my birthday came and went. I recently found out I have diabetes, neuropathy and rheumatoid arthritis. Im working and going to school, Ive been to the food banks i could get to. I don't really have any mom friends or anyone close. Also would anyone know of any back to school things for school supplies etc in need for 5 kiddos. Been dealing with alot of medical stuff just trying to figure things out. Thank you and have a great day.. Idk I guess I could use friends someone to talk to thanks and have a great night

Birthdays

As my birthday rolls around in 5 days, I am feeling a sense of uneasiness or sadness. I just feel yet again there are no friends, no plans, no celebration of life, and hell my man doesn’t “do birthdays.” I know birthdays don’t mean much to some but it’s like I’m longing to feel celebrated just once in this life. Last year I pre-ordered myself flowers and cake and a gift to be sent to my door on my day so I could feel surprised lol Just sad really. I think I may find something to do with my little guy.

I’m losing my mind😭

I swear this baby is going to be nameless. At this point, I may put that as her legitimate name on her birth certificate.
Ellie
Kinsley
Ansley
Everly
Lyla
I’m giving myself such migraines, trying to settle on one.😭

Colostrum

I have collected quite a few syringes of colostrum. I am wondering how much people are taking to the hospital when in labour? As I don’t want to take it all and it go to waste/have to dispose of it.

First-Time C-Section Mama Needing Advice

Hey mamas! 🤍 I’m a first-time mom, and I’m having a C-section in a few weeks. I’m starting to get a little nervous and would love to hear about your experiences!

The part I’m honestly the most scared of is getting the spinal. 😭 How bad was the numbing shot and the needle? Was it as painful or scary as you expected? Any tips that helped you stay calm during that part?

Also, what are some must-have things you packed in your hospital bag for yourself after your C-section? Anything that made your recovery or hospital stay so much easier? I want to make sure I’m not forgetting any essentials.

I’d love to hear any advice, things you wish you knew beforehand, or positive C-section stories. Thank you so much! 🩷

When did you first leave your baby?

My baby is 3 months old and I’ll be leaving him with his Dad for a few hours for a friend’s wedding celebrations. I’ve never left him before so can’t help but feel guilty 🥲

Foley balloon vs Propess

Would love to hear your experience of both methods of induction

It is so hard to feel like I’m doing a good job when nothing is working

Disclaimer - I have PPA
I hate leaving the house because I spend every waking minute watching wake windows and timing naps and calculating how much time she needs to sleep during the day in order to be tired enough to sleep at night but not too tired so we have a false start. Just for her to wake up at 2am and stay awake until 5 anyway. I’m exhausted. I tried to leave the house today in hopes I would get at least one nap that’s longer than 30 minutes that wasn’t on my body and yet again only slept thirty minutes in the stroller. Then I come home and I’m behind on EVERYTHING because I decided to “take some time for myself”. That “time for myself” to help me “relax” made me even more stressed. Having to choose between showering, eating, sleeping, pumping, or washing bottles is quite literally the worst experience I’ve ever had and it’s the only thing I’m actually able to do every second of everyday. I just feel like I’m trying so hard and nothing is working. This isn’t what I thought being a mom would be like. And I’m so angry at the fact that everyone only talks about how great it is when it’s not great all the time. It’s damn hard.

Husbands Worries

Hi, we’re due baby boy in October, due to a few different things, I’ll be getting an elective c section. I’m actually really happy and content with my decision, I totally feel it’s the right thing for me.

My husband is very supportive of my choices, but he’s very nervous (understandably) he says he’s worried about me, baby and anything going wrong etc.

I’ve said to him that everything would be okay, but I don’t know what else to really say to put his mind at ease? Anyone have any advice that I could give him?

Baby Arrival

Arabella Rose areived 29th July weighing 8 pounds 11. Induced at 41 weeks and 2 days after a 6 day wait in hospital. Being a bit of a rollercoaster but home now amd getting settled.

Sore bump

Does anyone else ever feel like they’ve got a sore belly? Ive woken up this morning and my belly just feels so sore ive felt my son move etc im unsure if i dreamt it or if it was real but i think he couldve been doing a lot of movements in the night. For the first night i actually slept 9:30-2:30 instead of 11:30🤣

6 weeks 2 days with second baby

I have gone for a pee this evening and still got alittle cramping and back pain, but for the first time today, I’ve got spotting in my discharge… is this normal! I am
Concerned

Finally 2

July 26 is when she turned 2

Is your baby already rolling?

My baby was born on April 7 and still hates tummy time, hates being on the floor and it’s still not rolling

Oedema Swelling 2 weeks after c section

Did anyone have oedema in their feet after a c section? I M nearly 2 weeks post c section and the oedema is in my feet and it's so itchy at night. When does this go and does it point to any issues? I think they did use extra fluids during my c section.

C section advise

Im a second time mum and am anxious about the birth.
I am considering a planned C section. I have a (then) just 3 year old and a large dog. I do not have spontaneous childcare nor dogcare and need to plan a lot in advance, thats part of my labour anxiety of not knowing when things start of (ie we do NOT in any way have over night childcare at all as we dont have friends or family where we live right now).

Please can you share your experiences on c section recovery with toddler and dog - the only one to help will be husband, who will be off for 3ish weeks.

I'm UK based and hospital is about 45 mins drive away.

Thanks for easing the mind of one anxious mama!