Both my daughters have EDS (hypermobile).
Both have had early deliveries after their waters broke - 38 wks, 37 wks and 34 wks.
Spinal blocks only worked on half of the body when one daughter had to have manual removal of placenta (twice). It also took three anaesthetists, 6 hrs and an ultrasound machine to find a vein for a cannula. If the needle isn't inserted correctly the first time her veins appear to collapse. She's had cannulas in her thumb, elbow and foot in search of a vein.
Both had SPD - needed crutches and wheelchair. Can't walk much after 20 wks.
Both lost an amount of mucus plug whenever they had 'overdone it' the day before. So take it easy.
Both had multiple dislocations from sleeping on their sides - shoulders.
Both had fast labours.
Both lost a lot of blood - transfusions.
Both struggled with shoulder pain whilst breastfeeding.
Both were unable to use slings due to discomfort.
Older daughter currently expecting her third (second within 12 months). She is using crutches and is having lots of problems due to autonomic dysfunction.
This will sound 'woo' but she has dreamt her previous two delivery dates and been correct - she's dreamt this one arrives at 36 wks in her bathroom.
She was told to arrive at hospital at 9am, 24hrs after her waters went with her first. She arrived saying she was contracting every 10 minutes and was in pain. She was given 2 paracetamol. The midwife immediately observed her 'pushing' at the end of a contraction - she was fully dilated already, they said there was no need for gas and air as it was too late.
They have been consultant led due to their condition but most medical staff who have contact are unaware of any possible complications/never heard of the condition.
They were diagnosed three years ago. After my older daughter had her first child (and a huge hernia during labour).
As children they learned to live with many subluxations and dislocations without being investigated further. All their other problems - digestive, autonomic dysfunction, fatigue - made sense when they got their diagnosis.
My daughters are brilliant mums. I have three wonderful grandchildren.
I will say this - possibly due to the pain and discomfort they've suffered throughout their lives, they've both described labour as 'not that bad' (they joke about the speed of delivery and lack of need for pain relief).
Having this condition makes you aware of possible complications so that they can be anticipated and dealt with appropriately.
I now realise that my mum was hypermobile and also myself to a lesser extent. My mum was a contortionist - extremely bendy. I used to dislocate my knees and shoulders regularly as a child and also had to use a wheelchair in pregnancy because of 'separated pelvis' as I was told it was.
Hope the grandchildren don't have this.
Pregnancy pillows and breastfeeding pillows recommended. Both daughters like the swivel car seats so you're not over reaching to put baby in the car seat. They both had difficulty carrying the newborn removable car seats. They both have lightweight carrycot/pushchairs. They found lying down to breastfeed the most comfortable position. They preferred to use a changing table when the babies were young as it was easier/more comfortable for them.
My younger daughter's digestive problems greatly improved whilst she was pregnant but have gone back to her 'normal' about four months after the birth.
Good luck with your pregnancy.