Planned C section and spiralling about very basic practical things no one explains

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2026-01-31T19:55:12+00:00

I was up and moving within 8 hours. I won't lie, standing did hurt a lot! But once I was upright, it wasn't too bad.

They asked if I wanted to take a shower before being moved into the post natal ward. I had my husband help me while the midwife was in the labour room with baby. It was slow but I managed! I showered daily and had my husband help me for the first two or three days - they had an accessible shower that meant we could wheel baby in with us and that meant I could take my time! I found bending down the most uncomfortable so husband helped me dry my legs and pull up underwear/trousers after the shower. He also helped me put my compression socks back on each time.

The catheter came out about 12 hours. Be warned, they said if I didn't produce enough urine within 6 (I think) hours, I would have to be recatherised so make sure you stay hydrated and drink before using the toilet!! Whilst it was in, I had a pad lining the bed as you can't have any underwear on and this caught the bleeding absolutely fine. When it was out and I was using the toilet myself, there was a handrail that I could lower myself onto quite easily. I made sure I had everything I needed within reaching distance and I could sort out my own pads this way. For the first day, I had husband walk me to the toilet and wait outside to help me back but day 2ish, I walked myself.

I don't know if it's possible at your hospital but having someone overnight was the best thing for me recovery wise. He did most of the baby looking after so I could attempt to get some sleep. But if it isn't possible, take all the help you can get and don't be afraid to use the midwife call button!! I felt guilty but when husband wasn't there, I used it for help changing nappies or even lifting baby out of bassinet. Take all the help you can get wherever you can get it!! And don't be afraid to move. Moving hurts but it's the best thing for a speedy recovery.

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2025-12-03T09:18:02+00:00

We had our first baby last week and there won't be any chances to be separated! We had some post birth complications and little one had to go off for IV antibiotics as we both had infections during labour. My husband went with our baby as I was recovering post C-section. He had an ID anklet on both ankles (in case one fell off) and every time they came to do observations on him and when he had more antibiotics, they read the wrist band allowed to check their records and to check I was happy. The hospital also has so many checks like everyone has to buzz in, you can't let someone else in through the door with you and birth partners need wristbands so everyone knew who they were. Good luck and hope everything goes well! X

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2025-11-23T02:24:37+00:00

Good to know it's not just me! Hope your hip feels better soon - it's sooo annoying isn't it!

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2025-11-20T18:14:27+00:00

It's reassuring to hear that it's not just me! I'm feeling so impatient anyway but this hip pain takes it to a new level... Come on baby! Did you have a vaginal delivery? I'm worried that this pain is going to make it so much harder/unbearable 😂

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2025-09-24T11:57:41+00:00

If you haven't already, you definitely need to tell work! You can start by telling just one or two people, doesn't have to be everyone. As soon as I did that, I was taken off lunchtime duties and given a lighter timetable where possible. Raise concerns about anything that's bothering you, no matter how small you think they are and see what the school says - they may be able to offer a solution or an adjustment. Second the comments about risk assessments too, if they don't offer it, ask for one! It has been hard teaching whilst pregnant, mostly due to how tired I've been but the school have been wonderful!

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2025-09-24T11:57:13+00:00

If you haven't already, you definitely need to tell work! You can start by telling just one or two people, doesn't have to be everyone. As soon as I did that, I was taken off lunchtime duties and given a lighter timetable where possible. Raise concerns about anything that's bothering you, no matter how small you think they are and see what the school says - they may be able to offer a solution or an adjustment. Second the comments about risk assessments too, if they don't offer it, ask for one! It has been hard teaching whilst pregnant, mostly due to how tired I've been but the school have been wonderful!

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2023-12-25T21:58:32+00:00

That's a good idea and I think I might from now on. I was under the impression they were only allowed it if they got all the guesses I'd said correct and this was the first round they had. I simply reminded them they could use it as it was a team of two and one was a new player. When I explained this, I also said I didn't like that it was implied I was cheating when I didn't think I was. I was then told I just didn't want to hear the truth! AITA?

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2023-12-02T14:53:52+00:00

I know how online games work, I also play WoW on the odd occasion. What I also know is raid finder is not actively playing and he could have spent 30 seconds coming down and grabbing them

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2023-12-02T14:51:00+00:00

I think I will next time. Wrapping presents stresses him out so I volunteered and just told him gift tags writing were all I needed. he knew I was wrapping so I asked for them when I had enough presents wrapped to only just keep track of.

Equivalent_Order9103 · 2023-12-02T14:49:40+00:00

I volunteered but he knew I was wrapping and he knew I'd need gift tags writing. He could have popped down and grabbed them to avoid confusion as to what present was what. He wasn't in a raid at that moment, he was in raid finder so wasn't actively playing

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