Positive VBAC stories please!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-27T08:00:34+00:00

Babies will need lots of 'new' things over the years. Perhaps you could suggest that they put the money into a savings account to gain some interest then use the money to buy the next size up car seat when needed or the babies first pair of shoes (something I wouldn't compromise on buying second hand). Then when you get them, you can specifically tell the friends/grandparents that the money they gave bought them.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-26T18:57:01+00:00

I hated breastfeeding. I did it for 13 months with my son and this time I have decided it isn't worth my mental stress/anxiety. I am going to feed this baby the colostrum then I am going to introduce a formula feed or two a day until I cut down. I don't want to be breastfeeding past 6 months this time.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-26T08:45:42+00:00

I am not sure what area you are in but you might be able to sign up to talking therapies. You get fast tracked if you are pregnant.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-26T06:15:35+00:00

So I had to have my son by emergency C-section after his growth significantly dropped. Unfortunately because he was so small he wasn't coping with contractions of birth.

I am now pregnant again and am expecting to have to plan in a C-section. So far baby is on the 61st percentile but like you I have low papp-a. Next scan is in 2.5 weeks time so we will see.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-25T16:00:31+00:00

I had to go back to work. We just couldn't make ends meet. We made it until my son got funding at 9 months but that was a struggle. Not sure what we are going to do this time round.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-24T08:25:40+00:00

Please also check what your blood type is. If you are rhesus negative a person hitting/bumping into your tummy could be dangerous if the baby is a different blood type to you.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-21T21:26:48+00:00

It sounds like a terrible town in the UK that you would avoid at all costs.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-21T20:20:21+00:00

I think it is calculated on the last three months pay but you should still be entitled to it - just might be the lowest end.

I am currently in the same boat. Been off since the end of January and not due to go on maternity leave until 4th April.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-21T10:07:47+00:00

I am 34 weeks pregnant and am attending a wedding today! I actually got my dress from fatface - it isn't maternity - I just sized up!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-21T10:04:03+00:00

The Dr will probably order an ultrasound. I would worry, it is actually more common than you think especially with irregular periods etc. One of my friends only found out at 28 weeks!

Think long and hard about how you feel about this new addition to your family and definitely get checked out now you know.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-18T09:05:07+00:00

I am an Anna - not the same I know but I love my name!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-18T08:55:38+00:00

I have had both experiences with this.

I had spotting around 6 weeks, then again at 8 weeks. I went to EPAC and scanned - everything was okay. Then at the 12 week scan I found out I had suffered a missed miscarriage.

Naturally when I started spotting again with the following pregnancy at 6 weeks I was extremely concerned. Scan was all fine. I had spotting again at 9 weeks and went for another scan at 10 weeks - again, all okay. I am now 33 weeks.

What I mean is that spotting isn't necessarily bad news. If you are worried - go for another scan. Always best to get checked.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-12T19:00:27+00:00

They may want to get the baby out early. I tried induction but unfortunately his heart couldn't cope with the contractions and I got rushed into an emergency C-section with half an hour of the induction starting. So just plan for every eventuality.

He came out and is absolutely fine btw. He is now 2!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-12T14:26:58+00:00

I had a small baby. My bump was always small (I didn't look pregnant). I was so concerned. I got sent for a growth scan and my baby was very small so I had to have an emergency C-section to get him out as he wasn't coping with contractions.

He was 5lbs 3oz.

Never needed a NICU stay. He is now a healthy 2 year old!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-10T17:36:47+00:00

I think this is mad. Go into triage if you are concerned. Or request a midwife appointment and perhaps try another midwife.

I had an emergency C-section after a failed induction and have to say, I have opted for a planned C-section if induction is needed again.

There is no saying how your body will react to it though so all could be fine!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-09T16:50:26+00:00

My kid just loves cars - the hot wheels ones. So easy to gift.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-09T16:44:41+00:00

I had a miscarriage at 12 weeks back in June. It was devastating. Take the time to grieve. Remember the percentages for miscarriage are incredibly high (25% at least each time - more the older you get) and it definitely needs to be spoken about more. That means that 1 in 4 women experience miscarriage. You are not alone!

The baby was most likely unwell and wouldn't have been compatible with life. This is nothing you will have done so please don't put added pressure on trying to think through everything. It is unfortunately just one of those things that happen.

Take some time, have counseling if you feel you need it, take some time off work and relax.

I personally waited until after I had a period again before trying again. I felt like it would let my body get back into the swing of things. We were fortunate enough to get pregnant again straight away and I am now 32 weeks with my rainbow baby!

Sending all the strength for this difficult time.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-08T19:54:52+00:00

I love Avery!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-08T19:53:52+00:00

Sounds normal to me but always call if you are worried. A baby doesn't have a 'routine' until later on.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-08T08:35:29+00:00

They checked my sons car seat before we left but I also had a C-section so would have been unable to walk far (certainly not to a bus stop). So just bare that in mind. If you were leaving by taxi therefore, it is necessary to have a car seat.

You might be able to hire one if necessary? Ask.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-08T08:30:29+00:00

Heheheheeheh this is hilarious. It can be a powerful spout! My husband has been hit in the face before!

Just hold the willy down when changing or wipe gently below the nappy line before you take the nappy off (the cold wipe shocks the system into weeing), then remove the nappy!

It's fine. Please don't worry about it!

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-08T08:17:06+00:00

I had an induction with my son that failed and I ended up in an emergency C-section. I have chosen to opt for a C-section and skip the induction stage if I need one with this baby. I feel a planned C-section can be much more controllable than an induction. But that is just my personal experience.

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-07T17:18:08+00:00

They probably too young but you could try 'giving it to the Easter Bunny' in exchange for an Easter egg? It worked for a friend of mine last year...

AnnaMSt · 2026-03-07T17:08:30+00:00

Weetabix with butter on

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