I've got so many questions about childbirth, probably all silly, so asking on here.
With previous birth I was younger and just went along with everything, but also had fewer health issues, so this time I want to be prepared and write a birth plan...
I've been struggling with hip pain, particularly when lying down. I'm in agony if I lie flat. Obviously I can request to stay mobile and find other positions to prevent this, but what about examinations? Can they monitor me while I'm stood up? Or is there any way to check how dilated I am without lying down?
My previous birth was very quick. I went to the toilet, pushed, did a 'number 2', then after getting off the toilet DC's head came out on the next push. My DH has teased me about this a few times since. I know he doesn't mean to upset me, but it's making me panic (which I know is ridiculous). I really want a water birth this time, but what if the same thing happens? I'd be so embarrassed, but also thinking I'd have to jump out mid birth and not sure I'll be able to do that with my bad back lol. I don't know why, but the poo thing is making me really anxious... plus DH really doesn't like the idea of water births as he feels sick at the thought of blood/mucus floating in water, and there's a real possibility he may vomit or faint. Would it be unreasonable to put him through that? anyone got any experiences with water births?
Thanks, and sorry for rambling x
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Lots of silly questions...
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Bubble04 · 16/02/2018 13:20
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