Episiotomies are a Major Surgical Procedure

🤰✨ Expecting a baby? Understanding birth prep is key to feeling empowered and prepared! If you’ve heard the term “episiotomy,” you may be wondering what it really means for your birth experience. 🤔 An episiotomy is a surgical cut made to help with delivery, but did you know it’s not always necessary? In some cases, it can lead to more discomfort and a longer recovery than a natural tear. 😬 The good news? You have options! Being informed about your choices during delivery can help you make the best decision for your body and your baby’s arrival. 🙌 #BirthPrep #WhatToExpectDuringDelivery #Episiotomy #NaturalBirth #EmpoweredBirth #MomsToBe #PregnancyJourney #InformedBirth #BirthOptions #PregnancyTips #NewMom #BirthRecovery #LaborAndDelivery

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I didn't know that this is something that I had to consent too! I had an assisted birth with my firstborn & I had a forceps delivery. I just remember being exhausted from failure to get my daughter out by pushing. The doctor wanted to try forceps & I'd had no epidural or, pain killers. I literally felt everything! Even with the numbing stuff, I felt cut & the forceps being inserted.