terrible tummy...what do I do about the birth

[turtle23]

I'm 38 weeks now, (TMI warning) have had chronic diarrhea for 2 weeks. Samples all came back absolutely clear, dr and midwife say it's hormonal. Besides being uncomfortable, tiring and horrid, this obviously means my water birth is out the window. How do I deal with all this? Surely there must be something I can do? Even the thought of giving birth while I'm like this is making me cry non-stop today.

Firstly, it might have all cleared up by the time you go into labour and if not, have they suggested something to empty your bowels at the start? I know they don't routinely give these anymore but I guess they might in your circumstances.

Please try not to worry though - midwives have seen everything and they'll help you so you're not embarassed.

In the mean time, try to relax and listen to some soothing music/get a book/ watch movies etc so that your body relaxes in time for the birth.

{{{{Hugs}}} if it helps, both times I've given birth, I've had a damn good clear out at the start, then that's been it.

Saw very nice midwife this morning who got a dr to listen to me and made them give me something for it so that if nothing else I can heal up a bit for a few days(getting v sore). She seems to think it's too much progesterone and that there isn't much I can do. Going to see acupuncturist on Monday...may help.