Hi
I'm still only 21+5 weeks, but thinking ahead to the birth.
Saw consultant obstetrician at 13 weeks and he immediately discussed / offered ELCS. I was surprised (and secretly relieved?) it was offered to me so readily; he said it was mainly my anxiety (largely health anxiety, can be very bad) which is clearly in my notes already. I opted then for hospital VB but with a view to reviewing this at a later date.
Two friends have recently given birth over 40 - one emergency C section, the other (non-planned) ELCS at 40 weeks on the dot; both said actually they would go for the offer of an ELCS at my age. Other close friend gave birth at aged 39 - induced, cord wrapped round neck, ventouse and episiotomy. Not nice but I know that's childbirth for you.
I've read old threads on here about ELCS for first time mothers, but would be very interested to hear views about ELCS post-40 mothers in particular. I fear that EMCS might be v likely at my age, so would it not be better to opt for ELCS first? My concern is for the well-being of my baby - I have very low fertility, it was a miracle I conceived at all and there won't be another pregnancy! I just want my baby's delivery to be as safe as possible.
Any thoughts really welcome - thank you!