Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

I’ve been told I’m being induced with the gel inserted into vagina but I’ve read awful things about this on Google such as needing a c section and labour not processing but due to a previous late term loss I need to be induced and ideally I don’t want a c-section. Has anyone else been induced with the gel and can co...

Hi ladies, has anyone got this injection for 10 days after c section to continue please? How are you finding it?

How long have people/ will you be waiting until getting pregnant again after a c section I’ve always wanted my children to be close together in age and now we’re getting told to wait 18 months before trying after a very unnecessary section

I am 32 weeks + 4 days... yesterday I lost some of my mucus plug (no blood present) have then lost more today. Have more tightenings over the last few days but nothing that's painful (Braxton hicks style) and a big increase in pressure down below. Should I be going to get checked or Is this normal for 32 weeks ....?

Had a c section 2 weeks ago and since the dressing has come off I’m really itchy on the scar. I’m struggling to not itch it. Does anyone have any advice or remedies that help atall? And is this normal? Thank you x

Welp. My morning shower was interesting. I shaved my nether regions and pulled the razor away and there was blood on the blades. Thought maybe I could have cut myself but it also looked like it was blood in mucus. Got out of the shower and wiped with toilet paper and there was NOTHING. Only sign was on the razor. 37...

I was induced with my first 2 years ago, and pregnant again due in feb. I really liked the fact I was already in hospital the first time when I went into labour. So my labour went well. Stressing about being at home and knowing when to go into hospital.

Any positive induction stories pls 😅 Due December 15th but being induced on Wednesday 27th due to gestational diabetes and baby being chonky 🤣 Opted for the balloon as they said there is less risks with this as more mechanical than hormonal, just unsure what to expect, starting to get nervous now 😅

Is anyone here planning on a home birth with a midwife?

Due this Saturday, no signs of labor but who knows anything can change in a moment have a doctors appointment this week 🙏🏽

I’m 23 and just found out in pregnant with baby #2 and my first born is only 3 months

I’m considering a membrane sweep tomorrow as I’ll be 40+3, and I’m trying to avoid getting induced over the next week. If you’ve had one done, pls be honest did it hurt at all? And did it help start labor for you?

Hi guys. After emergency c section were you prescribed injections for trombosis and for how long did you use them?

Anyone have their 2nd 13 months after their first being an emergency c section? And were you okay? Did you have to have another c section? I'm so scared I'm 18 weeks pregnant with an 8 month old and I'm in pain. I had terrible pain when pregnant with my first too but this is just scaring me because I have my first t...

Is it considered rainbow baby after an ectopic preg?

Hi everyone, I am going to be induced on 39 weeks (currently 37 weeks) due to having a big baby. Baby has been consistent on 97th percentile (tbh I don’t understand it all as I am a first time mum). They gave me the option to be induced or C-Section. They spoke to me about the risk of shoulder dystocia and I’ve b...

Hi is anyone around 2ish weeks post c section and can tell me how they’re feeling physically/emotionally? I have an event around 2 weeks post c section and wondering how normal I’ll feel 😂 thanks! X

Hi, has anyone had an induction booked in but been called up on the day and told not to come in yet as they’re too busy. How long did you end up waiting for? I was mentally prepared but now feel the anxiety of waiting for a call at any time. Really hoping they definitely call me in for today!

I had a c section 4th Oct and am due to fly 9 hours on 27th Dec, has anyone flown that close after a c section? Do I need compression socks or anything?

1st baby I was induced (just pessary as progressed fast) and gave birth within 2 hours, this time I’m not accepting induction - will labour be slower or faster?