I am 17 weeks pregnant and have type 1 diabetes. The hospital (St Thomas in London) have told me I must be induced at 38 weeks - which I understand the reasons why. However I have requested an elective c-section which they have refused. Does anyone have a similar experience. I am scared about being induced and having a long difficult labour resulting in intervention (highly likely I hear) and would prefer to have a c-section - at least I can mentally prepare for that and know what will happen. Any advice?
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Being Induced because Type 1 Diabetic - Can I have a c-section?
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LisaClapham · 27/05/2008 10:29
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