Cristian's delivery was, I suppose the best day of my life, but also the worst experience I've ever had, how could it be both? At my 6 week postpartum visit, the OB explained that she did a low transverse incision and then that she had to cut up the middle about one inch because his… Continue reading Cristian’s Entry (Lisa’s Inverted T Cesarean)
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The Birth of Martin Zaharuiko (Lorraine’s Inverted T Cesarean)
Born 21/7/07 A couple weeks prior to Martin’s birth my Ob had been to a yearly conference where it was recommended that women with prior tear/big baby should be offered a caesarean. Seeing as I had torn with a 9lb13oz baby he asked what I would like. I laughed at the idea of ever having… Continue reading The Birth of Martin Zaharuiko (Lorraine’s Inverted T Cesarean)
Mandy’s VBA2C with Inverted T Birth Center Birth Story
Sorrow endureth for a night; but joy cometh in the morning. - Psalms 30:5 My life as a mother began on February 16, 2007, with the birth of my sweet Kate. I was induced with pre-eclampsia two days before my due date. Long story short, I ended up being completely dilated and after pushing, she… Continue reading Mandy’s VBA2C with Inverted T Birth Center Birth Story
Jacob’s Birth Story (Nicole’s VBA2C after Inverted T)
I had my son Jacob on January 28th. The Friday and Saturday before my incision area and lower abdomen ached all day. The baby kicked/pushed my incision area very very hard on Saturday night and it worried me about the possibility of a uterine "window". Sunday morning I had a bit of blood on my… Continue reading Jacob’s Birth Story (Nicole’s VBA2C after Inverted T)
Finding a Care Provider After a Special Scar
By Katie Perez After a Special Scar cesarean, it can be a challenge for the woman to grapple with what has just happened to her. She may feel betrayed, violated, angry, or even lucky, and just thankful her baby is alive. The Special Scar cesarean is almost always coupled with this phrase: “You can never… Continue reading Finding a Care Provider After a Special Scar
The Power of Choices
By Bethy Young If you give choices to a birthing mother, she will surprise you with her ability to make the right decision for both herself and her child. Choices, respect and the room to connect with the growing child inside her is something every woman deserves to have. Choices equal power. After I delivered… Continue reading The Power of Choices
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