Little
12-11-2011, 10:02 PM
Hi:) I'm new here.
I'm TTC, but I need to clarify certain very important things with a good OB regarding my mode of delivery before I conceive.This is where I need your help.
My family has a history of uterine prolapse post childbirth. Almost Every woman in my family has had some degree of prolapse and has had surgery to fix it.
Fecal incontinence post childbirth also runs in my family.
I have a history of sexual abuse which will make vaginal birth traumatic for me. I've had therapy for it, but I still can't even get a pap without bursting into tears and having flashbacks.
I also suffer from stress induced asthmatic attacks- I'm worried that the trauma and worry of labour will cause an attack which can lead to a c section.
DH and I only want one baby- one pregnancy will be tough enough on me emotionally:(
Given that I am already high risk for prolapse and incontinence, my past abuse and that my asthma may trigger off in labour and lead to a c section anyway, I feel it's better if I opt for a planned c section at 39-40 weeks.
I'm aware of the longer recovery and it's not a problem. My mother and mother in law are both coming to help, so I don't care about the recovery. The longer hospital stay doesn't bother me either. The complications for the next birth don't bother me either because I only want one child. I'm fully informed of the risks, so I hope this won't turn into a debate on VB v/s CS.
I'm convinced I'm better off with a CS.
Your advice on how to find the right doctor will be appreciated.
My GP in UK has already suggested a c section. How do I put this across to an OB here?
I'm TTC, but I need to clarify certain very important things with a good OB regarding my mode of delivery before I conceive.This is where I need your help.
My family has a history of uterine prolapse post childbirth. Almost Every woman in my family has had some degree of prolapse and has had surgery to fix it.
Fecal incontinence post childbirth also runs in my family.
I have a history of sexual abuse which will make vaginal birth traumatic for me. I've had therapy for it, but I still can't even get a pap without bursting into tears and having flashbacks.
I also suffer from stress induced asthmatic attacks- I'm worried that the trauma and worry of labour will cause an attack which can lead to a c section.
DH and I only want one baby- one pregnancy will be tough enough on me emotionally:(
Given that I am already high risk for prolapse and incontinence, my past abuse and that my asthma may trigger off in labour and lead to a c section anyway, I feel it's better if I opt for a planned c section at 39-40 weeks.
I'm aware of the longer recovery and it's not a problem. My mother and mother in law are both coming to help, so I don't care about the recovery. The longer hospital stay doesn't bother me either. The complications for the next birth don't bother me either because I only want one child. I'm fully informed of the risks, so I hope this won't turn into a debate on VB v/s CS.
I'm convinced I'm better off with a CS.
Your advice on how to find the right doctor will be appreciated.
My GP in UK has already suggested a c section. How do I put this across to an OB here?