Community Posts, Tips & Support on Labor & Birth

I am 39+2 days pregnant, I’ve had 2 sweeps, second one being yesterday, my cervix is soft & 2cm dilated. This will be my second baby, first I was induced with so really trying my best to kick start labour as naturally as I can. I keep seeing videos of people taking a tablespoon of caster oil and it kick starting thi...

We use MAM dummies, currently on size 2-6months. If my baby is bigger (96th centile for height, 87th for weight, not sure on head circumference but definitely big as me and her dad have big heads 😂)... would you recommend moving to the next size sooner? I'm probably overthinking it but conscious about her gum/teeth…

I’m being pushed to have a section, but I want to try vaginally first. If I’m unable to manage a natural birth, would I be taken for an emergency section or would I just be taken for a section? I’ve heard the recovery for an emergency is longer and more brutal.

I’m lucky enough to have had quite a healthy pregnancy so far, but after being sent up the hospital yesterday I’m being induced tomorrow - If it needs to be done then it needs to be done but it’s just a bit of a shock. Has anyone got any induced stories?

Hi I just wanted to ask when everyone got their c section dates as I’m 39 weeks today and still haven’t had my date or even anything to do with my c section yet

Unlikely to be a June mumma now as I’m in hospital as my waters broke this weekend. I didn’t actually even realise (break at the top of sack) and came in for severe back pain, and then they tested me and it was positive for amniotic fluid. They’ve said baby could come in next 48 hours, or potential it could still be...

How long did it take to get your bodies back? And how old were you when you had your C-section?

Hello ! I’ve just been told that il be getting induced at 39 weeks it’s all booked in ect due to a few reasons but mainly reduced movements … How was everyone’s experience with induction ? They done a cervical check but my cervix was still high … soft but high … Just wanting to hear everyone’s thoughts on the induc...

Feels like everyone around me is on there 2nd child with the same age as my little boy but I don’t know whether I can go through the newborn stage again. Those first 2 weeks were awful and the anxiety I used to get when it used to get to the night times because I knew he wouldn’t sleep and had to keep him in my arms...

My c section is on Wednesday and I’m suddenly very nervous.. any tips / tricks you wish you knew prior to a c section? First time mum 🤍

Age I got pregnant: 27 Age I gave birth: 27 How far along when I found out: 4 weeks Morning sickness: felt sick all the time Cravings: lamb kebabs and chicken nuggets Due date: 1/2/2025 Birth date: 2/11/2024 Hours in labour: unsure as was very quick start to end Who was there: boyfriend Pain relief: gas and a...

Help! How do I induce my labor!? 🙃 I had a c section with my last and never went into labor. My doctor said I could do a vbac.

Hey everyone. Currently 16+ weeks pregnant. I was researching a bit about L&D hospital and saw the maternity unity have been rated inadequate by the CQC since 2023. After reading the cqc report I’m not feeling filled with confidence in the safety and competence of the department. I know every birth is different and ...

Is anyone struggling getting in and out of bed or scared that’s their wound will open? I get my dressing off tomorrow but Im scared. Both my feet are swollen and I’m struggling with the pain and having to pick up baby. I’m only 4 days pp so I know it will take time but any tips are appreciated.

Did you have a positive birth from induction? I would like to hear it!

When did everyone go their first walk with the pram after their c-section? I have serious cabin fever and think a little walk and fresh air would be amazing for me and baby but don’t want to overdo it 🫣

Which did you choose and why?

Anyone had an elective c section in Norfolk and Norwich hospital, If so how many weeks were you

(Sorry long birth story) Vera was born April 18th at 6:26pm weighing 6lbs 13oz and 20 inches long at 38weeks and 3 days. I woke up that morning at 4:30am thinking I either peed myself or I had a lot of watery discharge. I soaked through a pad but it was nothing like how people describe a water breaking so I just kep...

What this discharge could it be meaning of something or just normal So I have white creamy discharge not sure what this could it be I have as well nipple pain sensitive they quite bigger as well