Hi all
I am 38 weeks with number 2 and have been planning a HB throughout, we did try with DS but due to complications (back to back, expected long labour) I was transferred in.
The CMW has just been to deliver my pack and go through the checklist and she said that whilst "risk of infection" and "pain relief requirements" are a benefit of homebirth the main risk is shoulder dystocia which is when baby's shoulders get stuck on the way out.
She said that would mean baby was deprived of oxygen and an ambulance probably wouldn't get here in time to help the baby but I should be ok and that I need to understand this risk. No one has put things in such terms before and I am now petrified.
She also said its more common these days as babies are bigger and she said quote "we just don't know which baby its going to happen to" which makes me feel like I am playing russian roulette with my baby's life if I decide to go ahead with a homebirth.
I am really really upset and would love some other opinions / thoughts on this.
Thanks!
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Homebirth - shoulder dystocia
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TerrysNo2 · 21/10/2011 14:19
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