Scared to death to have a c section! ?

Question

I am 27 weeks pregnant with baby # 2. I have a daughter who is 18 months, I had to have an emergency c section with her because the doctor said my pelvic bone is too small (after 2 hours of pushing!) and she wouldn't fit through. He said I would have to have c sections for now on. Even though this would be my 2nd c section I am terrified. I think it is because I actually have to go to the hospital with nothing happening (labor) and I have to be fully aware of what is going on when they get me all ready for the surgery when last time I already had all the meds in my system. I don't know this probably sounds really stupid but I am just really nervous!

Answer 1

Awww...well just look at it this way...NO CONTRACTIONS! I really hope all goes well...the pain is afterwards not before so just relax and well just let me tell you that God will not have you go through something you can't handle!!!

Answer 2

It will be a lot better than you think. I had a scheduled C-Section because of complications of my own and I never went through any labor or anything. The only things that may be different are no labor, no pushing, Spinal block instead of Epidural, and knowing when your baby will be born. If you didn't have one before, a spinal block is just a stronger form of the epidural and it's like a shot, not an IV in your spine.

Don't be nervous! You'll probably end up liking it a lot more. :)

Congradulations!  

Answer 3

It is understandable to be nervous. With my last pregnancy, my little girl decided not to flip at the last minute, so I had to go through a scheduled c-section. Let me give you some of the pros for you to focus on with a scheduled c-section:

1. You can plan childcare ahead of time for your first child - no need to stress about waking them up in the middle of the night, dropping them off at family/friend's house at the last minute, etc. while you head to the hospital.

2. You can tell friends and family when to arrive at the hospital. They won't spend hours at the hospital waiting while you are in labor.

3. No hard labor, no contractions, no long waits, etc.

4. You know when to have all your bags packed and ready to go. Your husband can plan his vacation time appropriately, etc.

5. Your husband is with you the entire time

6. It is really a quick process. Longest part is sewing you up and that is about 45 minutes or so.

7. Most c-section babies have perfectly shaped heads since they don't have to go through the birth canal.

8. You are in a controlled environment with doctors who perform this surgery all the time.

9. You can schedule to have your OB perform the surgery. With regular labor, your doctor may not be on call.

Hang in there. Honestly, the worst part about the c-section is the recovery. Keep focusing on the sweet little miracle inside you. :)

Answer 4

It's really nothing to be worried about.  I was induced twice and the second time ended up having the C-section.  I didn't have any drugs in me except pitocin to induce labor.  They may tell you to come already shaved in the pubic area or they will do it when you get there.  Then into the OR.  I was awake with mine so don't know if you will be awake or asleep.  I prefer to be awake.  They gave me a spinal block, straped my arms out to the side and put something up to block my sight (might have been to keep anything from getting on my face) and went to work.  It took 15 mins. to get my son out and sew me back up.  Very fast.  Aks for a little tummy tuck while they are at it-LOL.

Answer 5

Have you had a second opinion on the size of your pelvis? Another doctor may let you have a trial of labor depending on the type of incision you had. I have had four successful VBAC's (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) after a primary c-section and my later babies were bigger. Because VBAC does carry some risks it isn't possible in all areas. You need a hospital with 24 hour anesthesia in case a c-section should become necessary, and usually your doctor has to stay with you for the entire birth. My VBAC experiences were varied (some with an epidural some without, 1 labor was 45 minutes, the longest 13 hours) just like my children but the important thing is it can be done safely, and the only knowledge you have of your pelvis is one doctor's opinion. I would call around and see if there is an OB who attends VBAC deliveries in your area and get a second opinion before you commit to an elective repeat c-section. If the verdict still comes down that you have to have surgery, at least you will have the peace of mind that you ehausted your other options and are doing what is truly best for your baby. Good Luck.

Heather

Answer 6

Well youve been through it before, and many people go through it everyday. I just had a c-section 9 weeks ago. I was scared, just like you are and it really wasn't that bad. Of course you'll be nervous and that's very normal. It's a surgery. But just think about what you're getting after the surgery. A beautiful baby. Many people have surgery everyday, and they don't get the reward of the baby afterwards. Your lucky, remember that! And atleast this way, you don't have to go through hard labor or have contractions. You'll be fine! Good luck!

Answer 7

i have had four c-sections and i am now on my fifth and i am scared and nervous which i think is pretty normal when your going to have a surgery! so it is ok to feel the way you do but everything will be just fine :)

Answer 8

Don't be scary! have someone support you while you are having c-section, think about baby coming out don't think about c-section. Just pray and stay positive. I was scary to give my son for the first time I gave him birth but everything came fine, and I was stay positive - God bless!