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Recovering from a caesarian
By ThinkBaby on 20/03/2009 16:24:18
10 things to make your recovery from a caesarian more positive for you and your baby
If you've delivered by caesarian then not only are you a new mum, with all the excitement, joys, challenges and post-partum discomforts that entails, but you're also recovering from major abdominal surgery. Women have different experiences
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How many caesarians can you have?
By ThinkBaby on 25/08/2009 01:26:05
If you have had one or two babies by caesarian-section, can you have any more?
Whether you have a caesarian section by choice or it becomes a medical necessity and is either planned in advance or an emergency during labour, it can often leave you with questions about what might happen if you have another baby. It is possible
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Caesarian sections: an overview
By ThinkBaby on 29/10/2008 01:57:52
Useful articles and forum threads relating to c-sections
Whether you're facing a possible c-section because of some kind of pregnancy complication, you have decided to go for an elective caesarian, or you simply want to prepare yourself for the possibility that a c-section may become necessary during your
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Birth after caesarian
By ThinkBaby on 20/05/2009 01:45:33
Will you need another c-section or is a vaginal birth possible?
For many women who have a caesarian, whether planned or not, one of the first questions the operation raises is whether a subsequent birth need be a caesarian also. The answer is no, with your next baby you need not necessarily have another
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Caesarian sections: the how and whys
By ThinkBaby on 12/02/2010 11:16:13
When a c-section might be necessary or recommended and what's involved
What is a caesarian section?Also commonly known as a c-section, a caesarian section is an operation performed to remove your baby from the womb through the abdomen when vaginal birth is either medically unadvisable, or when there are difficulties
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Know-how: Emergency Caesarian
By Laura Lee Davies on 02/02/2009 01:45:46
Even if you plan to have a natural birth, it's good to know all about c-sections in case of emergency
About 20 per cent of all births in the UK are carried out by caesarian section (or c-section) and, whilst you may have absolutely no intention of having one, the procedure is there to save lives when and if the time comes, so it's good to at least
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What is VBAC?
By Laura Lee Davies on 16/02/2009 00:05:56
A 'natural birth' when you have previously has a caesarian is called Vaginal Birth After Caesarian, but what are the risks?
VBAC isn't exactly catchy as a name, but it beats Vaginal Birth After Caesarian. For many women, the reaction they have had from health professionals when they've requested one has implied that VBAC is almost as clunky and awkward as it sounds
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What is a breech birth?
By ThinkBaby on 06/06/2007 00:17:09
What does it mean if my baby is breech, can anything be done to turn her, and will I need a caesarian if she doesn't turn head-down before term?
and bottom are together, and in the footling breech one or both of the baby's feet are below the bottom and will emerge first.Some higher risks are associated with vaginal breech birth, which is why most breech babies in the UK are now born by caesarian
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Packing your hospital bag for a longer stay
By Maria Muennich on 25/05/2007 05:39:08
If you're planning a caesarian or run into delivery complications then you - or your partner - will need to pack accordingly
What to take to hospital for a longer stayFor you Your maternity notes A washbag with your washing essentials and a hairbrush or combYou may not have something as formal as a birth plan, but do take notes of any special wishes you have, for example, being able to see the operatio...
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The first 48 hours after birth for mum
By Maria Muennich on 03/12/2009 01:55:54
Your baby's finally here and the centre of all attention, but what's going on with mum?
weeks and the flow may vary but will lighten off towards the end, it's nothing at all to worry about but if you should speak to your doctor right away if there are any clots in the blood.If you've had a caesarian, the abdominal is usually at its worst
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