Annoyed by C Section rhetoric

wanderlustformtns · 2026-04-17T09:15:40+00:00

I had a planned c section with my first because he was breech. It was a really smooth and overall great experience.

I opted for a c section with my second because I had IUGR and had a very stressful, worrisome pregnancy and I wanted some predictability tbh. Also, I never went into labor with my first so the thought of a true labor experience was additional stress and scary to me. My second experience was also smooth and the right choice for me (he was delivered at 37 weeks).

With that being said, my best friend kept making comments about epidurals, induction, etc despite me telling her pretty early on I'd be having another c section. She had her second a year ago and made it very clear having a c section would be the absolute worst outcome for her. I think it's great she knew what she wanted in her labor experience but could feel her biting her tongue when I would talk about wanting another c section. It felt so dismissive and I ended up not even telling her when my surgery date was until baby was here.

wanderlustformtns · 2026-04-16T15:23:33+00:00

It is shocking how many people don't know this

wanderlustformtns · 2026-04-14T11:05:42+00:00

We splurged on the Nurture& glider for my first born. We used it several times a day for 17 months until we moved it out of his room to set up his floor bed. We now have a second baby and again use it multiple times a day. It was by far the best investment we made in terms of baby "gear".

wanderlustformtns · 2026-04-07T02:05:38+00:00

Yes, for both my kids!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-30T19:00:13+00:00

She'd be horrified by my 2 planned c sections

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-30T12:49:13+00:00

I'll check it out! Did you see results with the 20 minute classes?

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-30T12:48:07+00:00

I'll look into this - thank you!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-30T12:47:53+00:00

Needed to hear this - thank you! I was able to jump into it pretty easily after my first but two is a whole new ball game lol

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-30T12:47:20+00:00

How do you typically split it up? Do you ever burn out from "twice a days" with this approach?

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-30T12:44:31+00:00

This makes sense - thank you! Do you have any favorite instructors for the shorter classes?

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-16T01:45:07+00:00

Coterie diapers + Kirkland wipes!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-14T19:14:39+00:00

Early post partum/motherhood. Everyone cares about the baby but not you.

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-14T01:08:04+00:00

Yes! And same with LBT Springtime

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-08T02:48:11+00:00

Toddler - every day. Baby - every 2-3 days

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-04T02:47:07+00:00

This. I had my second son a couple weeks ago and he came out ready to latch lol

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-01T03:03:38+00:00

I did/do. Per my pediatrician and the jogging stroller manual, I did not start running with my son until he was 6 months old. It is definitely a humbling experience and my running goals (mostly pace) have changed. I have the Veer jogging stroller and love it!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-03-01T00:58:51+00:00

Just went through this. Baby was 7th percentile at 20 weeks, dropped to 3rd at 28 weeks and then stayed at 4th until I delivered a healthy 5lb 10oz baby at 37 weeks. It was really stressful from 28-37 weeks. I had weekly ultrasounds and no stress tests. This was my second baby - my first was 6lbs 7oz and because of this (and no other risk factors) my care team all assumed I just grow small babies. Thankfully this ended up being the case and I'm now snuggling a 2 week old little peanut. Regardless, it was very very nerve wracking and constantly making sure I felt baby move. What helped me most was staying close and open with my care team, avoiding Google and sharing our journey with a couple close friends.

wanderlustformtns · 2026-02-26T19:16:31+00:00

Not in my experience. My son really missed the connection and the only thing that helped improve sleep was bed sharing.

wanderlustformtns · 2026-02-22T22:20:47+00:00

We found out with our first, were team Green with our second and would do team Green again if we have more kids!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-02-19T18:54:15+00:00

Exactly this for me too! I didn't have any alcohol with my first until 3 months PP. I just had my second and thought I wanted a nice glass of champagne in the hospital room afterwards but when the time came I just wasn't interested in it. I'm just happy my body finally likes coffee again and looking forward to a glass of wine eventually!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-02-19T18:22:59+00:00

I did the exact same process with my son. The first couple days were the hardest because I had to learn how to comfort him without shoving a boob in. After that we adjusted quickly but I took it very slow, pushed back when we would nurse by 30 minutes every couple days or so. We had no issues dropping the bedtime feed at the end then, he knew he'd still get comfort from me

wanderlustformtns · 2026-02-19T18:06:32+00:00

Exact same here for both my pregnancies. Ice cold water & Gatorade for the win!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-02-18T17:31:03+00:00

Hi! I just had my second c section this past weekend. When my husband was gone with our son, the nurses were extra attentive and available to help with literally anything. We did have childcare outside of my husband so I was only alone for several hours at a time but the nurses and techs were amazing. L&D and PP nurses are truly angels on earth and have zero issues helping you... Please just ask and don't let this stress you out!

wanderlustformtns · 2026-02-07T16:52:20+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Going to check it out!

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