FTM- C-Section sched...

BMerry09

Now its more real for me, the doc called yesterday to sched my c-section... 2/9 still seems forever away. I am starting to freak out now, I never wanted to have a c-section, just wanted to do it natural however its not really an option for me.

Doctors said i could "try" to do a natural vag birth however chances of me ending up with a c-section was about 80-90%... so I opted to just sched.

 

Any advice for keeping your cool, and not freaking out??? I have NEVER had any type of surgery so im a little worried!

lizzyopal

research! i'd advise that you read about the procedure so you won't be surprised when on the table. i hadn't read anything about it so when i had to have one unexpectedly, i was freaking out about some things i.e. they numb you from the chest down and the strap that goes across you legs to keep them from falling off the table.

Jackie15033

I would suggest you read as much as you can about the procedure.  I'm having my 4th scheduled in January.

I make a list of the things i'm dreading.  The IV, the blood work, the prep/shave of your belly, and last but not least that horrible acid reducer drink. Then one by one I cross them off my mental list and before you know it, its time to meet your new baby!

I also find it comforting to remind myself that the Dr's and nurses do C-sections ALL THE TIME.  Trust them!

J9melissa

Jackie15033:

I would suggest you read as much as you can about the procedure.  I'm having my 4th scheduled in January.

I make a list of the things i'm dreading.  The IV, the blood work, the prep/shave of your belly, and last but not least that horrible acid reducer drink. Then one by one I cross them off my mental list and before you know it, its time to meet your new baby!

I also find it comforting to remind myself that the Dr's and nurses do C-sections ALL THE TIME.  Trust them!

Interesting. I didn't have to do that drink.

But I agree with PPs to research all you can. I had a planned one due to Placenta Previa and I was glad I did my research.

Also, talk with your hospital/Dr about Aroma Therapy to calm you before the surgery. I had the option of that, but surprisingly when the day came, I was super calm and cool about the procedure.

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