Bringing Baby Home
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Hospital Stay After Delivery
Asked by V.W. from San Francisco
on January 13, 2010
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Hi,
I am about to give birth soon and will most likely have a C section. I really don't want to stay in the hospital for the usual 4 days. I'm just curious if any o...
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- I had a repeat c-section just a couple of weeks ago and was glad to stay in the hospital for 3.5 days with my husband and new baby. Our 1st was home with Grammy and w...
- I had my C-Section at 2:00 am on a Wednesday morning and left on Thursday afternoon. As long as there are no complications there is no reason why you should have to st...
- V.- I worked in OB for years and had a c/s myself. If all is well with you (remember it is MAJOR abdominal surgery) you will most likely be let go at 3 days if you ...
Birthing and Hospital Attire
Asked by M.L. from Houston
on March 28, 2012
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When I delivered my first child, I had to stay in the hospital two full days, maybe even leave the third morning, I can't remember. I had a vacuum delivery and was pre...
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- I agree that you need to be comfortable. If your MIL mentions anything, just tell her that the nurses suggested that you stay in the hospital gown as it is easier for...
- I just used the hospital gown until I left. The nurses told me I had enough to worry about with a new baby that I didn't need to add extra laundry to the list.
- With my first two I took gowns and was there 6 days with first and 5 days with second. Then with the others it was a little different and the stay by then was shorter...
Birthing Positions in Hospital
Asked by M.L. from Dallas
on May 31, 2011
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I am 38 weeks and 4 days and my baby is measuring in the 98th percentile. I know the ultrasounds at this point are notoriously inaccurate but my doctor is recommendin...
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- I delivered 3 big babies. My midwife (in the hospital) told me to do what was felt natural and felt 'good' to ME, regardless. I was standing up in the tub waiting for ...
- my doctor told me I could labor any position I wanted to, but when I delivered, they just needed to me able to see what was going on, and if you're squatting it makes ...
- WIth my oldest, I was on my knees with my chest against the propped up bed. With my youngest, I was laying on my side with one leg up and one leg on the bed. My midwif...
Hospital Bag--what You WISH You Had Packed...
Asked by M.R. from Rochester
on February 20, 2011
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...or were VERY glad you did.
I'm expecting my third so it's been 2 1/2 years since I've had to stay in with a baby. I also was just informed that I tested posit...
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- Cleansing wipes for your face or where ever. I wasnt able to get up and shower for a day, so being able to wipe myself down made me fee better until I could shower. ...
- I was SO glad I brought: my own pads, my own underwear (something like boy shorts keeps the pads snug against your body and you dont feel like you're gushing everywher...
- I really wish that I had packed my own towel, even just a little one. Rubbing those industrial-cleaned-might-as-well-be-sandpaper towels on my sore body was like tort...
Should I Have My 18 Month Old at the Hospital?
Asked by T.A. from Portland
on May 2, 2009
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Right now, I am 34 weeks pregnant, and I am starting to make sure that everything that needs to be done gets done. I currently have a 18 month old. He will be 20 month...
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- Set up a fun play date with friends or grandparents. He will enjoy himself and you will not have to worry about him.
- we just had out second, our first was almost 3.5 when she was born. We did not bring him to the hospital for L&D - his birth was fast and easy, and I assumed (correct...
- I agonized over this myself, and in the end chose to have my family look after him so I could focus on having this healthy baby and having a special bonding time, soon...
What Goes into a "Hospital Bag"???
Asked by N.S. from Philadelphia
on January 21, 2008
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Hey all, I was wondering what do i need to make sure i have in my hospital bag?? i am soo lost, some people say pack light, some people have given me a list! HELP PLEA...
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- Comfortable pajamas, maybe a robe, maxi pads, toothbrush, clothes to come home in, stuff like that. My biggest thing when I was pregnant the second time around was th...
- My most useful items were comfy slippers and a warm zip-up sweatshirt to sit up in bed and be warm when I nursed!
- Since I had to go into the hospital early (1 month) to have my daughter, I only had a few minutes to pack. I suggest bringing a nursing bra (if you plan to nurse), a ...
Hospital Clothes Post Delivery...
Asked by L.P. from Pittsburgh
on October 5, 2011
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Good morning, ladies!
My baby is due early February, and will be a planned c-section (due to the complications I had with my first delivery, and the lack of an anes...
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- You could try a comfy robe? Helped keep me warm and I didn't have to worry about pants if I didn't want them.
- I havent had a c-section, but if I did and I was ready for yoga pants I would wear and buy more of the Green Apple brand. I think they have bamboo or something in them...
- I brought my bathrobe! It was a nice warm fuzzy one that tied around the waist. I was in the hospital for 7 days with my twins when they were born and for practical ...
Do You Really HAVE to Deliver in a Hospital Setting ??
Asked by K.H. from Richmond
on September 18, 2009
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do you really HAVE to deliver in a hospital setting ?? i mean all the baby books i have
read make it sound like its MANDATORY or something to go through 2 days of bei...
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- Basically you can do whatever you want but you need to think about a few things. 1. You are 40. This puts you at a higher risk during delivery. 2. Complications can ...
- I gave birth at home with an excellent midwife. I too didn't want to be poked and prodded. I wanted to give birth in a peaceful atmosphere without all the intervention...
- You can start with Calling the Midwifery @ depaul Hospital...THey are FABULOUS.....I had my 5th daughter there and it was such a wonderful experience....it's just like...
What Should I Pack for Hospital Stay?
Asked by L.L. from Hartford
on June 2, 2011
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Almost 35 weeks and thinking I should start putting together a bag to take with me when I deliver. I am a scheduled c-section, but things don't always go as planned :)...
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- Dont forget the camera and charger, extra memory card too. Batteries and film if it isnt digital. MR said it right ,,, you have to haul it all home too so dont get to...
- Well since you're having a c-section, I actually would pack your own underwear and some of your own pads. I wore the stretchy stuff and used the giant pads for the fi...
- Use the stretchy underwear stuff that they give you, don't bring your own. They are probably the best ones and you don't have to worry about getting them messed up. ...
What to Do with Our Daughter During the Hospital Stay?
Asked by A.B. from Austin
on May 1, 2008
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I am scheduled for a repeat c-section on the 20th. My husband and I both want our 2 yr. old daughter as involved as possible so she will be at the hospital right afte...
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- A., I am a mother of three who has gone through three c-sections. No matter what you chose to do with your daughter durning her stay she will eventually exhibit ...
- Just went through this in December. My mom spent the night at our house with our daughter the first night and then My husband had her the next night. We tried to keep...
- Hi A.! Congrats on your new bundle of joy! I am with the other mom who suggested you keep to your routine (as much as you can). One other thing I didnt think of whe...
