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post #1 of 14
12/22/08 at 12:28pm
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After 15 hours of natural labor, we welcomed our second son, Eli Isaac, via c-section on 12/13.

I thought I had done everything right. This was our last baby and I wanted the true birth experience. I switched to a midwife, used hypnobabies, went to a chiro. And I still ended up with a c-section due to him turning transverse at the last minute and getting his head stuck on my pubic bone.

I'm ok with it. The recovery SUCKS big time. But he's here and that's all that matters
post #2 of 14
12/22/08 at 12:34pm
Congrats on the birth of your babe! Wecome to the world, Eli Isaac :

I'm sorry your birth did not go as planned. I wish you a speedy recovery and I am glad that all turned out well and you and your babe are together and safe

Much love and light to you and your family! :
post #3 of 14
12/22/08 at 12:34pm
Congrats! You did everything right! I'm glad you are both doing well. Must be something in the water... lots of transverse babes lately.
post #4 of 14
12/22/08 at 1:40pm
Congrats! Its amazing what can happen with brtih, they never go just as we expect but I'm glad everyone is happy and healthy!
post #5 of 14
12/22/08 at 1:45pm
Congratulations! Welcome to the world, Eli Isaac. I'm sorry your birth didn't go as you would have liked, but glad you and baby are both happy and healthy.
post #6 of 14
12/22/08 at 2:42pm
Congratulations!

I had a similar experience, sort of. I really thought I was going to have my "best" birth experience yet with this baby, my third. I did hypnobabies too and had a doula and a doctor who was wonderfully supportive. And I ended up with a c/s for surprise breech after a few hours (maybe 7 or 8) of labor.

My recovery was really hard, but by about day 8 my pain was significantly decreased. I hope you feel better soon!
post #7 of 14
12/22/08 at 2:47pm
Congratulations! : I hope your recovery goes smoothly.
post #8 of 14
12/22/08 at 3:43pm
Alison! Congratulations! I am sorry about the birth not being what you wanted Your little one was born on my mom's bday so I just know that he will have an amazing life--you're his mom after all!
post #9 of 14
12/22/08 at 4:04pm
Congratulations! What a great name.

I had a not-particularly-wanted c/s this time, too, and, yes, c/s recovery sucks! I don't know what those people are on who think c/s is "the easy way." I'm sorry that happened to you. Sometimes we can do everything "right," and some unknown thing happens and it doesn't go normally anyway. So many things about birth are outside our control.

Anyway, enjoy your baby! I know you're so glad to have him.
post #10 of 14
12/22/08 at 4:55pm
You have the coolest attitude! Good for you.
post #11 of 14
12/22/08 at 6:44pm
It sounds like you were very much in charge of your birth. Unexpected things happen and that is what c-sections are for. Congratulations on your little one.
Many healing vibes for you.
post #12 of 14
12/22/08 at 6:48pm
Congratulations! Sorry the birth didn't turn out as you expected, glad at least your baby benfited from having experienced labor.

Rest up momma and enjoy your babymoon!
post #13 of 14
12/22/08 at 11:51pm
I could have written everything you said (except I didn't do Hypnobabies). The recovery does suck. Congrats on your little Eli! :
post #14 of 14
12/22/08 at 11:56pm
So glad he made it into the world safely! Best wishes for a quick recovery! Congratulations!:
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