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Postnatal RecoveryNewborns

The advice for when to drive after a c-section varies according to where you are from

The advice for when to drive after a c-section varies according to where you are from. In general, doctors and midwives usually recommend that you avoid driving a car until your caesarean wound…

21 August 2019

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Labour & BirthCaesarean Birth

VBAC - VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER C-SECTION

VBAC - VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER C-SECTION I had my first VBAC in 2016 (pictured) after a c-section in 2007. It's good to note my very first birth in 2000 was also vaginal. I had my second VBAC in 2019.…

14 August 2020

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Postnatal RecoveryLabour & Birth

Some women will give birth via Caesarean section (c-section) and this can be planned…

Some women will give birth via Caesarean section (c-section) and this can be planned or unplanned. If you have a c-section planned, it’s much easier to prepare for it but in the event of an…

28 June 2020

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Labour & BirthCaesarean Birth

I had my second vbac a couple of months ago and it was a great experience!

I had my second vbac a couple of months ago and it was a great experience! Most women who have had a caesarean section can safely have a vaginal delivery for their next baby, known as vaginal…

9 May 2019

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Postnatal RecoveryCaesarean Birth

I saw this post from @thejoysofjules and knew I had to share

I saw this post from @thejoysofjules and knew I had to share. Postpartum recovery following a caesarean needs to be discussed more. Not just for those having a planned one, but for anyone who is…

23 July 2022

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Maternal Mental HealthCaesarean Birth

Tokophobia is an extreme fear of pregnancy and childbirth

Tokophobia is an extreme fear of pregnancy and childbirth. Many people experience this, despite really wanting to want to have a child.  Many people with tokophobia report avoiding conversations…

14 July 2021

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Birthwork & CareersCaesarean Birth

Many women will worry about breastfeeding after a c-section

Many women will worry about breastfeeding after a c-section. Although it can be trickier to breastfeed after a c-section due to discomfort from the incision, with the right support and…

28 July 2020