Prepare for the big day with discussions on birthing plans, pain management, delivery experiences, and postpartum recovery tips.
- by systemPrepare for the big day with discussions on birthing plans, pain management, delivery experiences, and postpartum recovery tips. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by Mama_B1Other than the pain of labor, is there really a reason to go to the hospital if your water hasn't broken yet? I know that once you are there the staff takes over and they start hooking you up to everything and there is a possibility of you being less mobile which isn't good for […]
- by Scarlett_3I am expecting, and my hubby is not going to make it through delivery! He faints at the slightest sight of blood, and the thought of hospitals makes him sick. What do I do?! I do not have a father in the picture, and my mom is definitely not strong enough to be the rock […]
- by katie_lanceJust wondering if anyone has any positive or negative things to say about Sacred Birth Place in Oakland? I'm not too familar with birthing centers but looking into my options. Thank you! 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
- by katie_lanceHi there – Looking for a good reference to a (female preferred) OB GYN in the Tri-Valley area. Preferably someone who is willing to consider a VBAC and at either Valley Care in Pleasanton or at SR Regional in San Ramon. Thank you in advance for your recommendations! 8 posts – 1 participant Read full […]
- by J_S13I am having LOTS of anxiety and have been obsessively thinking about my surgery coming up, especially right before i fall asleep at night. i had a emerg c section the first time…and it was pretty traumatic for me…especially the spinal and not having any feeling below my breasts. is there anyone who has been […]
- by jboys7Hello everyone…I am scheduled to have a c-section in March at St. Lukes hospital. I had a csection with my first and now have to have one with my second. I was intersted in paying the extra money to stay in the pavilion suites they have able in the hospital. I spent 3 nights at […]
- by Carrie_B9I am 39 weeks pregnant with #5 and I am not handling this well at all! I am constantly crying and just plain feeling awful! I am scheduled for a c-section on Tuesday- but that is no consolation- I want to have the baby NOW!!! I have been trying to go into labor for a […]
- by staci074Hi Everyone..So first off I am 35 and just found out I am about 5 weeks pregnant.:) I'm new to the area (Chilhowie) and need to find an OB.My fiance and I are not married yet and I have not found a job yet being new here I am completely lost and do not know […]
- by nikkirodriguez18I am 37 weeks pregnant with my second baby and i have been having contractions on and off for a week…last week i had them for 6 hours straight however there was no consistancie to them so i never went into the hospital…then I went to the doctor on tuesday and i was dialated to […]
- by wybastarHi, I am about to give birth soon and will most likely have a C section. I really don't want to stay in the hospital for the usual 4 days. I'm just curious if any of you were able to go home after 2 days. I have a child at home I don't want to […]
- by mochadevilMy five year old little girl is very excited about becoming a big sister. Only problem, she is very curious. She has asked how the baby got in there, and more specifically, how it comes out. I took her with me to my first baby appointment, and let her be in the room during the […]
- by renoskipowHi Everyone, I'm trying to decide whether we'll go with Renown or St. Mary's for our first baby, due this June. Any thoughts on either hospital, or what to think about when choosing a hospital? Thanks! 7 posts – 1 participant Read full topic
- by senecaspiritOur fantastic midwife posted a link to this information. I'd just like other expectant mothers to have this information. It's about helping your baby position for an optimum labor and birth. Many blessings! http://www.spinningbabies.com/ 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
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- by BPayne_1I am deciding whether to change doctors when I am almost 18 weeks along. I have become increasingly more unhapy with my OB and his staff. Can anyone offer guidance through this process? Did you move during your pregnancy for any reason? Does anyone know if I will get the money back from the money […]
- by _3sugarbabiesHey Mamas, I was wondering if any of you have experience with being induced with a labor and then not being induce with the next labor, was it easier, shorter, the same etc? I was induced with my son and was able to successfully have him vaginally but it was painful and I can't have […]
- by _3sugarbabiessorry duplicate post, I thought my first didn't go through. 1 post – 1 participant Read full topic
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- by bethmuellLooking for discussion from anyone who HAS ATTEMPTED OR DONE a vaginal breech delivery. I have reviewed the research in the US on it and don't need the conversation about csections as I am not interested except as a last resort for baby's safety. I'm attempting turning baby on my own and there is discussion […]