Labor & Birth

So after 5 very miserable days on induction ward and a failed induction attempt I was finally moved to delivery to have my waters broke. Was put on the hormone drip at 4cm dilated. After 13 hours on this I was still 4cm and my labour wasn't progressing despite the fast and painful contractions. They ended up giving ...

Whew! So this is a long birthing story lol. I was induced at 39 weeks and 3 days. It was elective due to personal and family reasons. Tuesday I went in and started the process, I started with a cervidle to open my cervix more. That was in for 12 hrs. Then I dilated a bit so we did the foley bulb for another 12 hou...

So after seeing a doctor today and I was given two options I’ve gone with induction one which is happening on Wednesday due to him being nearly 8 pound and I’m underweight I’m so overwhelmed and nervous 😬 Is anyone else going through this ??

Hiya! I’m a FTM & 37 weeks tomorrow! (Eeeeek!!). I’ve thoroughly enjoyed pregnancy but I’m just curious when would a sweep be offered? I’m very anti being induced with hormones/drugs.

I had my first children, Two adorable little boys on April 26th, 2023. I carried them them to 37 weeks and two days, and we had a planned C-section. The boys spent 10 days in NICU. Honestly most terrifying 10 days of my life because, let's be honest. I had no idea what was going on. I still don't.

We tested the pool yesterday to see how quickly it inflates and deflates. It was so quick and easy! Is anyone else planning a home birth or had one previously? Is there anything that you’d recommend is a must have for the during the labour or prior to setting up? We’ve got puppy pads, towels, floor covering.. and s...

After a week of on/off period pains I woke up on Saturday (39+6) to continuous regular period pains. I managed to go about my day mostly, had a nap around 3 to 5 and then they started again. I eventually got the courage to call delivery who told me they didn’t think I was in labour but to keep a eye on baby movement...

Forgot to mention starting my birth plan with my midwife yesterday. I only have one more app with her before baby is here, can anyone who has done theirs please share what they’ve done so I can have mine ready for next time I see her? I’m having a c section and not sure what I even need to include in a plan?! Me...

Woke up at 3am this morning by my waters breaking! Had no other symptoms, no pains, hadn’t lost my mucus plug.. nothing! Rang triage at 3:30, they’ve told me to wait until morning and they’ll ring me to come in and get checked… so now I’m waiting! 😂 Got some mild pains but they’re literally one every 10/15…

After a whirlwind induction, my beautiful little boy entered the world this morning at 3:36am, weighing 6lb 11oz. I had my water’s accidentally broken as they tried to fit the Dilapan rods in at 19:50 last night. By 22:00 I was contracting every 3 minutes but only 2cm. I got taken to delivery suite just before midni...

Morning ladies , I have a growth scan at 35+2 on Tuesday and to see the consultant, any ladies similar to my storey? Long story short, I'm 40 yrs old , 1st baby, I have hypotension and on 6 blood pressure tablets a day to keep my blood pressure down, been in and out of triage since 27 weeks and had a couple of ove...

Has anyone else been discharged after a c section without injections?

Anyone know how to ease the pain of braxton hicks, I’ve tried paracetamol but not even touching the sides! X

I've been in hospital getting induced since Wednesday where I had the pessary put in at 4pm. I was feeling regular tightenings which showed on the monitors well and strong period pains low down and in my back. They examined me after 24 hours, and it got me to 1cm, cervix was softer but needed to come down further an...

Anyone have a catheter for whatever reason? I had one for epidural/c section then was taken out and put back in as I didn't produce enough urine. I'm home now and I am going for a wee. Just more often but its like its irritated and seems like it stings. Anyone else have same? UK x

Been booked for my section on 18th July one day after my 7 year old brothers birthday🤦🏽‍♀️ he won’t be pleased! 🤣 Has anyone got a c section hospital bag list??🤍