Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

Hi mums, My baby is about to turn 1 and have some family members asking what to get her. We don't have a big house so would rather practical things. All I can think of is a bag, lunch box and water bottle for daycare. What else could I suggest to them that would be helpful for her next year of life? Thanks so much.

When did everyone start driving again? I’m 3.5 weeks post section and need to be able to go out. I feel physically fine and only just found out that doctors don’t sign off on driving it’s down to insurance 🤷‍♀️

Just wondering has anyone been induced when they are already 2cm.m dilated. Was it a positive experience or not?

I had an emergency c section due to severe UFGR at 36 weeks. She is 4lb and doing great 🤍 I’m so grateful for this group and everything that I learned here! You all are amazing 🤍

Hi guys, 39+1 and my waters broke last night around 10pm. We went to triage and they said if I haven’t started having contractions within 24 hrs they’ll suggest an induction (I absolutely do not want this). Any advice on how to get things going naturally? Or experiences on how long it took labour to come on natural...

I am currently 38w5d and have just lost my mucus plug and had bloody show. Do you think this means labor is starting soon? I have had period cramps type contractions on and off all day but they’ve been irregular and not very strong. I am scheduled for a membrane sweep tomorrow afternoon anyway so I’m hoping this i...

I'm 33 weeks and thinking more and more about my birth plan. I'm leaning towards an elective C-section due to anxiety mainly and the fact I have had a bad bleed a few weeks ago where I lost 500ml of blood, so worried a vaginal might mean I lose more blood than normal. However I am worried about a C-section mainly fo...

Has anyone delivered at the Westchester Medical Valhalla Location? If you could please share your experience that would be great.

Oh my god… this shit HURTS😂 currently lasting about 40-50 seconds and every 5 minutes, can still breathe through them but my god this is WILD😂 I’ve spent the past hour on and off of the toilet, did anyone else find they needed a poo constantly in early labour?!

Hey ladies, I reading but I’d like to know from personal experiences, perspective Did you know what you wanted n have them set up - just incase n then didn’t need them? Did you have the full works and what was healing ❤️‍🩹 like? I really don’t want assistance as it says increase of tearing and other more…

I’ve got an induction booked for tomorrow and they’ve said to call up at 6:30am for a time, from experience what time do they usually call you in if anyone knows? X

Okay so I have a different situation we are adopting our little girl but will be at the hospital the entire time....what do I need to pack and what can I get out surrogate to help her out ?!

How long after having diarrhea did u ladies go into labor!? I’m having diarrhea and cramps Bcs baby is definitely pressing on my bowels… my OB did confirm he was rly low but she’s not inducing me until I’m 39weeks and I’m scared I may not be able to wait until then bcs I’m only 36weeks and 5days!! And I am 1cm dilated!

I was induced first time with my daughter at 37+2. I’m nearly 38 weeks with 2nd baby and I’m tireddd. When did you go into labour? What did you do? I’ve tried pumping, castor oil, walking and bouncing on the ball.

is it normal for your amniotic fluid to be leaking at 33 weeks ? not a constant leak about 3-4 drips like 2 a day it’s been happening for about a week now. Should I be worried ? I also have no lost my mucus plug

Hi everyone! Just want to start buying for my hospital bag so I can get prepared. Please can people tell me what I need to take? Or anything you wish you brought to the hospital with you. Thanks so much 🫶🏻 *I plan on bottle feeding*

For those who have had c sections before. How long did you have to wait before you could have a shower again? Or even a bath? I'm guessing about 2 weeks 🤷‍♀️

Ladies have you seen same consultant throughout your pregnancy journey? I have been seeing all different ones during my appointments. I am planning to ask for elective c-section on my 36 week appointment, have already spoken to a consultant last time and she mentioned this can be booked on 36 week appt. But definite...

Hey Ladies any of you recommend anything to flatten c section scar? Had my section 16 weeks ago, and the end where they have done the knotting etc it more raised & a little shelf where as the rest is flat (vain I know but it bugs me, as after my first one it was perfect looking) Looking to see if anyone has used an...

I’m 40 weeks pregnant today and my contractions were becoming regular (every 5/6 minutes) and stronger, and eventually just eased off. Have any of you mamas had false alarms like this? It’s a little frustrating as I’m going through all these contractions and doesn’t seem to be leading to labour 😢