Looking for some advice re birth options as I don't really know what to do.
DD1 born 16 years ago (eek!!) - painful but straightforward birth. A very positive experience. DD2 born 9 years ago - absolutely horrific birth and DD2 had shoulder dystocia. It left me with horrendous depression and anxiety which spiraled into OCD. I basically had a horrible three years afterwards.
I am with a new partner and we are expecting a baby in April. Part of me wants to give birth but part of me wants a ELCS as I couldn't go through another traumatic experience like that as it destroyed me last time. I've discussed it all with my midwife who is very supportive of whatever decision I make, as is my partner.
Has anybody had a similar decision to make? I would love to hear your experiences.
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ELCS after traumatic last delivery
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paperandpaint · 20/01/2017 18:06
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