If I'm having a c-section, do I need to test for Strep B?

[lucysnowe]

Title says it all really. Am I right in thinking that Strep B can only be transferred to baby through vaginal delivery?

Thanks!

Yes, but if your waters were to break in advance of the c-section date then it would become relevant. That's what my consultant told me anyway.

My cons said no, because in any event I was having a section.

Thanks guys! My c-section is not till 41 weeks so I am considering paying for teh test anyway...

Yes. I had an ELCS last time and it was put very clearly in notes that due to GBS baby should be on 4 hourly obs after the birth.
All fine thankfully.

My daughter had an emcs, her waters had been broken by the midwife beforehand, the baby was given antibiotics for 3 days.

Have you had it before and fearing a repeat? Or are you thinking about paying for a private test?

I had an emcs and they worried about GBS but only because I'd had a premature rupture of membranes and dd was a bit 'grunty'.

Hi

No I haven't had it before but am feeling that I should do it, just for reassurance. :)