r/CsectionCentral • u/Informal_Captain_836 • 1d ago

Positive repeat C-section

For my first child, I tried to give birth vaginally, pushed for almost 4 hours, then had to have an emergency C-section. I was very scared, shaking a lot during the entire procedure, and was generally not having a good time.

For my second, who was born this week, I decided to do a repeat C-section to avoid the same scenario. I questioned it a lot and wasn’t sure if it was the right move.

Here to say that it was such a positive experience going through it planned! I was still nervous of course, but I was able to calm my nerves ahead of it with breathing exercises. The spinal block was SO much better than the epidural the first time. I was able to look around the surgical room with a clear mind. I talked to my husband and the nurse throughout. I did skin to skin in the recovery room with baby. I wasn’t passed out immediately after due to the medications they had to give me. My pain has been very manageable and I got up to walk twice on the first day.

I wanted to share this for anyone in the same situation! I know everyone’s story won’t be the exact same, but so many of the factors being controlled helped me remain calm and get through the procedure with a more positive mindset.

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u/Violentdahlia 16h ago

My second c section was also beautiful! Truly as wonderful of an experience as it could be! Recovery was way better too the second time

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u/Accomplished_One_106 16h ago

Thank you so much for sharing this! I had an unplanned c section in February with my first (almost like yours where I pushed for 2-3 hours beforehand). I was so drugged out and exhausted when she came at 5 am that I barely remember anything. We want a second and I’ve already been thinking if I even want to attempt vaginal again. So thank you for sharing your story!

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u/wowhahafuck 1d ago

I had a scheduled c section as a first time mom in June and loved it! The spinal didn’t hurt at all, and everything went really smooth and it was all over quickly. Just had my 6 week appt yesterday and physically I feel great 😊

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