C section?

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I could really do with some advice.

Without going into details, I have been through some serious crap in my life and it has left me damaged in so many ways. I'm 27 weeks pg and am pretty sure that I want a c section. I have been trying to tell myself that I can cope with a vaginal birth, but the closer I get to it, the more I am filled with dread.

Is it too late to ask for one now? Has anyone here ever asked for a c section for mental health reasons?

Those of you who had c sections for any reason, was it awful? Did it affect you bonding with your baby at all? What was the section and recovery like? How long did you have to stay in hospital?

Any advice on c sections in general would be very much appreciated.

Thank you crazyhead.

Oddfrog, thanks that's brilliant advice. I'm planning on being economical with the truth and saying no visitors are allowed but dh until the next day so we have some time to ourselves. Honestly I can't explain how much it feels like a weight has been lifted. I know it may be a tough recovery, but I'm now counting down the days with so much exitement its unreal. Thanks again, all your advice has helped so much :)