Dear All,
I'm 37+2, baby is breech and despite some anxiety about undergoing the procedure, we yesterday opted for an ECV in an attempt to turn the baby into the head down position. Unfortunately it was unsuccessful so we have now been given a date for an ELCS when I will be 39+1.
However, I am panicking about the prospect of going into labour before then. Both my mother and grandmother had incredibly swift deliveries, (and my Mum gave birth to my siblings and I all 2-3 weeks before our due dates). I mentioned my concerns yesterday but I was told quite firmly that they would not schedule an ELCS any earlier as after 39 weeks is safest for the baby.
Any advice would be much appreciated! I am anxious about the prospect of going into labour in the next few days and having to deliver my baby vaginally and the head becoming stuck. Even the prospect of an emergency section against the clock is making me incredibly worried! Finally, any tips on steps I can start taking now to aid a faster recovery from a CS would be wonderful. Does taking Arnica have any benefits? I have read mixed reviews!
Many thanks,
S x
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Is there anything I can do to avoid going into labour before ELCS? Breech baby and family history of precipitate labour!
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SallyMischievo · 28/11/2014 04:36
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