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Natural Birth After 3rd Degree Tear?
With my first baby, I had a long latent labour and didn’t progress so I was on an inducing drip throughout. The baby’s head was side on so they were trying to turn him. I had failed Ventouse and then they used forceps and the episiotomy extended and led to a 3rd degree tear (3a). I had some physiotherapy after and it took a good 6-9 months or so to get back to normal. My body rejected the stitches and the healing felt really ‘tight’ and lumpy. I limped for a while and still need to sometimes, it also aches […]
Babies born by Caesarean Section may have increased Allergy Risk
A recent study in America of 1258 newborn Babies has been followed up carefully for up to 2 years to investigate whether the mode of delivery affects their immunity to various allergens (things that cause allergies, like mites, cats , dogs etc) They have detected increased blood levels of certain antibodies called IgE in the blood of infants delivered by Caesarean Sections compared with those delivered vaginally. These IgE immunoglobulins are closely associated with the development of allergic conditions and allergies, and the authors suggest that these infants are therefore at increased risk of developing allergies. There is further supporting […]
VBAC vs Natural birth?
Currently 27+3 with my 3rd child. My 1st was born by emergency Caesarean section after she was stuck back to back, my 2nd was meant to be a planned c section but I went into spontaneous labour at 34 weeks and had her naturally. I’m bigger this time than with my other children and the left side of my Caesarean scar is at times very painful and my hips are also very painful. Is there a chance I could labour early again & would you recommend opting for a natural birth or a planned c section? My eldest […]
Natural Birth or Caesarean after Third Degree Tear
I had a ten pound baby 3 years ago, naturally with gas and air, but had third degree tear and my son was in scbu for 24hours with fluid in his lungs. Baby no.2 is due in the spring 2013 so just looking for advice on my options : c.section-what do you think Or Natural? My consultant will test for gestational diabetes in the new year – they don’t know if I had it last time or not. I am 5 ft 3in, size 8, petite, healthy eater, non smoker. Really I just want some advice on how I should […]
Scared of VBAC
I am very nervous about giving birth naturally and had an Elective Caesarean with my first baby. I am pregnant again and am considering VBAC. I have heard horror stories through friend of long delays in obtaining an epidural at some hospitals due to unavailability of anaesthetists. Is it possible to get treatment privately to enable me to ensure that, if needed, an epidural will be made available when required? Most maternity units are keen to support and encourage women to consider a VBAC after one previous Caesarean section. Some hospitals will even have special clinics devoted to women who […]
Is Victoria Beckham Pregnant? Is it safe?
I hear Posh might be pregnant again! I have had 3 Caesareans and have been advised not to have any more. How come she has had 4 and has apparently been told it is safe have another? Isn’t this dangerous? There is no absolute maximum number of Caesarean Sections as far as safety is concerned, although most doctorss would ask you to think carefully about having more than 3. This is because the risks to both mother and baby start to increase after this number. It is true to say that risks start to increase with each extra Caesarean Section […]
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Our up-to-date information will help you to make informed decisions on whether or not you should be drinking alcohol, running a marathon or eating smoked salmon during your pregnancy and how you might be feeling week by week. We will guide you through the daunting task of deciding what equipment you need to buy for the baby’s arrival and what you should be packing in your hospital bag as your due date approaches. Read through our tips for dealing with pregnancy, labour and the first few weeks of your baby’s life, and make sure your partner reads through our advice […]