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Trying for another baby just 5 months after a c section

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Em39ma · 31/12/2019 14:56

I was wondering if there is any one on here that has tried for a second child so soon after a c section.
The reason I’m trying so soon is I’m almost 41, so time is running out.
Not worried about having 2 close together, I was a nanny for 24+ years so used to having 2 little ones.
More if there could be problems with my scar?

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WeirdPookah · 31/12/2019 14:57

Medical recommendations is wait a year. The scar needs to fully heal. It could cause a lot of problems.

IDontDrinkTea · 31/12/2019 14:58

It’s recommended to wait a year before trying again after a section to let your scar heal properly

Sunshinegirl82 · 31/12/2019 14:58

I was told ideally to wait at least a year before having another after my elective this year. Maybe see if your gp can advise?

DuckPie · 31/12/2019 14:58

I was advised to allow 2 years between ops to allow the scar tissue to heal. I'm sure it happens but you'll probably be more closely monitored due to risk of rupture

CooCooCoo · 31/12/2019 15:00

did no one go through this with you after your csection? At least a year is recommended

Xiaohei · 31/12/2019 15:01

There are 14 months between mine- i hadn’t heard about leaving the scar to heal for a year. Fortunately, mine was fine and my lads have just started to play with each other (3&2). I found my second pregnancy easier than my third as my first was so young it was relativity easy rather than being pregnant with 2 toddlers.

pumpandthump · 31/12/2019 15:01

In all likelihood it'll be fine, however, I wouldn't want to risk it. I guess it depends which risk you'd prefer to take - risk of waiting and not having a second or risk getting pregnant and having a complication (losing baby, you or both). And which risk is higher FOR YOU, taking in to consideration personal risk factors.

MyCatScaresDogs · 31/12/2019 15:02

I was medically recommended to wait a year. My friend was in your situation (and older) and waited six months before TTC; she actually got pregnant straight away and had no problems that I’m aware of.

Definitely one to talk to a doctor about - also, if your heart is set on a VBAC rather than another section, I suspect you would be advised to wait longer.

bonzo77 · 31/12/2019 15:12

My friend had two CS 14 months apart. She got away with it.

I’ve had 3 CS and each time asked how long till we could try for another baby. Each time was told “wait till you get home”! I think it’s all rather individual based on healing, and if you have a second pregnancy soon after then they are likely to suggest another CS rather than risk a uterine rupture

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Em39ma · 31/12/2019 15:51

I recovered very quickly from my c section. I had bad HG and pelvic pain when pregnant , that even after having a section I felt like me again.
I was up and walking after 24 hours and after a week I was able to do a 40 minute each day. I healed very well and quickly.
I wasn’t told anything about how long I should have between pregnancies, I was asked about conception but as I have fallen on the pill, we decide to just use condoms and doctor said that’s fine and as you aren’t worried about falling again quickly than that’s the way to go.

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neversleepagain · 31/12/2019 15:59

My sister fell pregnant (planned) when her first dc. was 5 months and she fell pregnant straight away. Her second dc was born at 32 weeks and her gynae (not in UK) said her uterus didn't have time to heal. She waited 12 months with her next dc and he was also early at 33 weeks. Apparently 3 consecutive c sections had made her uterus paper thin.

Monsterjam · 31/12/2019 19:23

I have a 14 month age gap. Both C sections . The first an emergency the second planned due to the close age gap and my super large babies but physically both me and my scar were fine x

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Em39ma · 31/12/2019 19:36

Thank you @monsterjam.
I had a lot of water, but only because as a family will do rather than anything being wrong with DD., so I get a lot of scans, which I assume they could use to monitor the scar too.
My c section was because after a week of trying to induce me, they found out that my uterus faces backwards. So I would my than likely need a c section again next time.

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userabcname · 31/12/2019 19:42

Interesting thread. I had an ELCS 11 weeks ago and was not given any advice about when I could/should conceive again. Even at my 6 week check it wasn't mentioned and I didn't think to ask.

Yodeldodle · 31/12/2019 21:29

Having babies close together (CS or not) can put enormous pressure on your pelvis so I’d consider that as well as considering your scar.
Your joints soften to stretch out during pregnancy and return to the original size over time after and harden again. Having two babies close together stops this from happening so your hip joints stay softer and larger for a long time to the point where for a lot of women, they never return to the way they were before which causes pain for decades after.
I’m a HCP and the amount of physio/ops that we’ve had to do for women who are in constant pelvic and back pain is shocking.

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Em39ma · 31/12/2019 21:36

@KatnissK I wasn’t either. You were in our October thread too.
It’s my age that’s really not on my side and having my own company means I can hopefully fit in another pregnancy without having to miss too much work.
Thank you for your responses.

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Gooseysgirl · 31/12/2019 21:44

I was 37 having DC1 and had EMCS. Waited until DC was a year as advised before trying again, was lucky and got pregnant almost straight away. But given your age, I totally understand why you want to TTC again ASAP. Have you spoken to your GP?

Etiquetteworry · 31/12/2019 21:49

I have close friend with 4 kids under 5, all born by c section and none with complications. If you feel well and ready to carry again then go for it.

Soon2BeMumof3 · 01/01/2020 00:57

Talk to a doctor, op.

Personally I wouldn't. You're already high risk twice over due to your age and having a backwards facing uterus.

Waiting another six months seems worth it if it increases your chance of carrying a healthy baby to term. If your next pregnancy goes badly you will lose more time than the six months.

Did you take a long time to conceive your first baby?

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