Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

How long did it take for you to pass your bowel movement 🥴 day 4 and still nothing

Hey everyone, I had my c-section 5months ago, and me and my partner have been talking about having another one. I was wondering how long after did people start trying or got pregnant after there c-section?

How long were you in hospital after your c section? Thankyou .

Anyone else trying for a vbac but would have a c section before induction? Basically only happy for a vbac if I go into labour naturally.

Anyone having a home birth

I’m getting induced on Monday which I’ll be 39w1d. They are just doing a pitocin drip, any advice or things to prepare myself for? Any and everything is helpful to know😊

I am 33 weeks now, had my growth scan yesterday and was told that the baby is lying transverse. At how many weeks does the baby's head goes down ? This is my first pregnancy. I am also diagnosed with Obsteric Cholestasis, Gestational diabetes and the consultant said they wouldn't wait more than 37weeks due to the co...

I got an appointment with the obstetrician tomorrow and got an elective C section booked for the 22nd if the baby doesn’t come by then. Last midwife appointment - I am 3-4/5 engaged, cervix seems closed (but soft?) maybe 1 cm but they said hard to tell and couldn’t perform a sweep. I am wondering and if those who h...

Please send me your tips to induce labour naturally that’s genuinely helped you, looking forward to advice x

did anyone get a phone call the evening before they were due in for an induction with a time? i’ve been told they should ring around 6pm the night before, if not the morning of but i was just curious if anyone has had a phone call the night before?

Is anyone giving birth or has given birth recently at St Georges Hospital, Tooting? Im currently 35 weeks and being transferred there, but freaking out after reading reviews. Anyone got some advice or experiences to share?

Checked into hospital yesterday with back to back contractions. They are keeping me for a few days with hopes to slow them down since I’m only 36+3. When i arrived I was 1cm dilated, eventually progressed to 3. If I get to 5, they will deliver baby. Original due date 11/11 🥲

How long did everyone wait to have a second baby?

Are we meant to do anything when this happens? I know it can rebuild over time etc.

I know this isn't a labour indication but curious as to how long after people lost their mucus plug did labour start to progress. Due today. Sweeped 2 days ago. Mucus plug gone today.

Hi! I’m currently under Good Hope Hospital, but due to cardiac issues my Cardiologist has recommended giving birth at Coventry where they are based. Yesterday was my first time at Coventry Hospital and I found it so overwhelming! Can you let me know your experiences giving birth at Coventry? I’ve got a few weeks to ...

Hi, I’ve been booked in for an anaesthetics appointment at the hospital. I’m assuming this is because of my weight I’m classed as high risk. Does anyone have any experience of this and could help me to understand what this is and why I have it? I’m 23w and haven’t decided on a birth plan yet.

I am due in less than two weeks & I just have no idea what to expect , please share y’all’s birth stories with me🥹

I’m having my scheduled c-section tomorrow at 8am. I’m 39 weeks and expecting baby girl. Second time mom. So excited. Any advice???

So my doctor told me i was getting induced either at 38 or 39 weeks And since is in December and i live in Chicago so winter is wild, i wanna get there comfy with my pajamas set. Do you guys think it’ll look weird? I know is a silly question but sometimes i care too much about my outfits😭 But that day i just want…