Which would you prefer ?

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Hey moms, just trying to see which you would prefer . I was thinking about doing a natural birth but as I read about it, it kind of scares me . Most women I know has had a c section and said they like it better because it's less painful and much safer . Just wanted to hear you guys opinions

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I had a c section...for medical reasons and will be having another one this time for the same medical reasons. I don't recommend an elective c section with no medical necessity. It is a major abdominal surgery leaving you very susceptible to infection never mind at least 2 weeks of pain and recovery that consists of no driving, minimal lifting, near impossible to get up and out of bed without a pillow hugging your stomach and holy hell the immense pain of trying to poop afterwards for at least a month (at least for me) was enough to not wish a c section on my worst enemy and I had a very "easy recovery all things considered

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I'm sorry but a c section isn't safer... It's major surgery. I mean it's safer if your baby is in danger (hence why they need to perform one) read Ina may gaskins guide to childbirth and I am promise you will feel so confident in yourself. It's what our bodies were made to do...

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I've had both! I had a traumatic vaginal birth first and a csection second. I tore horribly and had a hematoma so large they considered surgery. My recovery with my csection was faster. This time I am shooting for a vaginal birth again. They are MUCH safer than a csection! It's major surgery and although they are common they have a lot of risks!

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Vaginal birth, I had one with my son and plan on doing it again for this baby when the time comes. Instinct takes over and your body knows what to do. I was up roaming Target 48 hours later hunting down formula and within a couple weeks I was pretty much healed. Everyone I've known who have gotten c-sections have had a much harder recovery, more pain and a longer hospital stay.

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I would say go into labor with an open mind and the only end goal being healthy baby and heathy momma. I read all the books, watched all the videos, went to all the classes, not to mention my three page birth plan that I gave to all the nurses and midwives. In the end I labored for three complete days, two completely natural, finally got an epidural because I was not progressing and so utterly worn out. Then after more delay I let them give me pitocin, pushed for two excruciating hours before finally having an emergency c section with a spinal. I was so drugged and worn out I barely remember her coming out. There was no way she was coming out natural, she was stuck, I should have just had a csection to begin with but I was determined to do a natural vaginal birth. This time I'm going into labor with no expectations 😁

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Don't have an unnecessary csection. It's major abdominal surgery and the recovery is more difficult.

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I've done 2 vaginal deliveries with an epidural & plan to do the same with this one. Although with my 2nd son, I almost didn't get the epidural because by the time I got to the delivery room I was already pretty far progressed. I labored much longer without an epidural but my contractions don't start slow & steadily increase. They come hard & fast from the get go & I get back labor. Do your research, but keep your options open. You can always change your mind once things start & see how much you are willing to take. Being flexible with your decision & yourself will make your delivery much easier. 👍🏻😉

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I don't think I have a choice..had a Myomectomy last year & my surgeon at the time told me highly likely I'll have to go the c-section route :( but I already have the scar & surgeon said the surgery I had tougher & more painful than a c-section so at least I know what to expect. Except I didn't have a newborn to take care of after Myomectomy. Heard the average stay is 3 days after c-section, right? Will definitely help with the healing process & caring for baby.

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C sections are great and save lives, when necessary. Doing a section for convenience is not safer.

Birthing From Within is a great book for looking at all forms of birth. It is positive about interventions when they are needed.

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I had a natural with my first! No epidural or anything and I plan to do the same with this one :) it was a pretty good experience for me! They put my daughter on my chest as soon as she came out and all my pain pretty much went away.

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