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Do I Really Need to Wait 6 Weeks Postpartum to Take a Bath???
Oct 26, 2009 ... Episiotomy Aftercare and Exercise Advice · 18 · How Long After a C-section?? 19 · 3Rd Degree Tear Recovery from Delivery ...
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- S.G., I wondered that too. I had a C-Section and had to see my dr. every other week. After the 2nd visit, I he said everything look good, I took a bath and made sure...
- Yes. Your uterus is an open wound until about 6 weeks post partum. If you do this, you are taking the risk of getting an infection.
- I had a C-section w/ my son... so I was told to avoid complete submersion. I had heard that you should not take full on baths due to possible infection. Aside from sit...
Has Anyone Delivered at Bryn Mawr Hospital
My oldest was allowed to cut the cord and there were no episiotomies! (avoid them at all costs - TRUST ME)Doctors will tell you only that they make the ...
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- I delivered both my boys at Lankenau. One actually 3 yrs ago today! I was *very* high risk and spent a lot of time there. I also had to deal with Bryn Mawr since they ...
- I never think it is too late to change doctors! I also moved here when I was pregnant with my 3rd child (I was 28 weeks.) I chose to deliver downtown at Pennsylvan...
- I had a friend who delivered at Bryn Mawr and she had a terrible experience. Nobody cared what she wanted or took her seriously. After that I delivered at Pennsylvani...
Transverse Baby at 32 Weeks
You won't have any soreness from an episiotomy, you'll be able to sit up comfortably. You will feel gassy, but walking in the hospital will take care of ...
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- Hi A., My baby too was in Traverse position all the way up untill 35 weeks and I was dead set against a ceasection. Most of the advise I got or read (mostly from n...
- There is a simple technique in Reflexology, a working of the little toe on your foot that will turn the baby; also, an acpuncture treatment will do it! No need for th...
- I know you are worried, but honestly, don't be. A transverse birth is extremely unusual. You are still only at 32 weeks and there is plenty of time for her to move. ...
What Do You Wish You Would Have Done Before and During Pregnancy?
I had an OB who did the standard things, and I ended up with an episiotomy that got infected and caused no end of trouble. I've had 5 more kids with ...
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- Make a belly mold of your beautiful body just before delivery! I know you wonder what you will do with this years down the road (my girlfriends uses it at parties s...
- What a great question but keep in mind no one can really prepare you for what's to come (the good or not so good). I wish I would have hired a cleaning service to cle...
- I wish I would have researched my care provider options and birthing options more thoroughly. I had an OB who did the standard things, and I ended up with an episiotom...
Help.. Pain 6 Weeks After Total Lapo. Histo. Sergery??
Episiotomy ... episiotomy pain · professional services · ms office · abdominal pulled muscle · abdominal infection · © 2009 Mamasource About Sitemap ...
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- Girl, I don't know where you live but you need to see an OB/GYN ASAP. I highly recommend Dr. Mary Ann Franken in Carrollton ###-###-####) if that is convenient for y...
- You need to keep getting medical help. Quit second guessing yourself and calling yourself names. Your life could be in danger. Go to the emergency room if you have ...
- asap ...call the new obgyn and try to get an earlier appt. ie now, and/or see another doc ie pcp or carenow, urgent care, or go to an er room. there are many places y...
Has Anyone Ever Done a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesearean)?
I did tear a little naturally (no episiotomy) but it was stitched up very well and was only uncomfortable for a couple days. With the c-section I had ...
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- Hi, I never had a VBAC but delivered my first child naturally. I had fears about the pain and what it would be like "down there" but all my fears never came true....
- D., Congratulations on your second baby! I did not have a VBAC, but I did deliver my twins vaginally. It was painful the first 24-48 hours, but after the first week...
- I had a VBAC for my second and experienced more discomfort after the VBAC. I had terrible pain in and around my vaginal area and felt the recovery was worse. When I ha...
To Induce or Not?
... by routine use of intravenous fluids (IVs), amniotomy (breaking the bag of waters), withholding food and water from women in labor and episiotomy. ...
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- I would say not to be pressured into something you don't want/is not medically necessary. The size of the baby is a total guess anyway! I was told my first was going...
- I know you're nervous, but if the doctor is recommending to induce then you should do it. Even his nurse is saying that he doesn't do this often. I do not believe in...
- Article for you: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/65090.php Maternity Care Analysis Finds Danger Of Routine Birth Interventions Main Category: Women's Heal...
Controversy over Regular Delivery VS. C-sections
Bradley method does not recommend getting episiotomies, and it tells you how to push..you should not have to push so hard that you cause damage to your body ...
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- You have obviously gotten a lot of different responses about this and I assume you will continue to. In our world of conveniences this is always going to be a debate....
- I had my twin boys via emergency c section. If I had had a choice I would go back and have a natural birth. I was in labor, then i was in recovery and my pregnant tumm...
- Hi K. I know you've had so much advice already, but i had to throw mine in as well :) C Section ALL the way. I've done both and the C Section for me was a much much...
Seeking Advice on Chronic Diaper Rash
Not sure if you had one but I had an episiotomy with my first kid that I tried to heal with tucks pads and dermaplast. I was miserable. ...
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- Change diapers! I had to switch to Seventh Generation diapers with my last baby. All natural and there's no chemicals in them! They're not the prettiest, LOL!! But it ...
- I have used Avalon Organics zinc oxide diaper cream and Waleda Candula Cream (use both daily but not at the same time, flip flop - Avalon overnight) and have never had...
- I just found Triple Paste cream. It's only at Walgreens or CVS and $30.00 for a big tub. BUT my son had a super raw diaper rash and this helped on the first applicatio...
Holy Cross or Sibley for Birth?
I had a doula both times..they treated her well and worked well with her in the birthing plan she and I put together, I didn't want an episiotomy so wanted ...
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- B., I had an absolutly wonderful experience with Holy Cross. My husband has been to Sibley for emergency related care and didn't care for the staff. At holy cross y...
- My sister and I were both delivered at Holy Cross, granted that was quite awhile ago. I've heard nothing but good things about Holy Cross's maternity ward. It's also...
- Hi B., I am the mother of 5 chldren, all delivered at Holy Cross Hospital. I absolutely loved the Hospital. The staff was very helpful and friendly and if you needed...
