I had C section a month ago. Delivered a healthy little princess. I would have opted for normal birth but because the umbilical cord was around baby's next 3 times, I had the C section.

The epidural (drug given at the spine to numb the body from waist down) was a a better option compared to having to be fully knocked out by drugs as you can see your baby immediate after the operation and also, the recovery is much faster too.

Of course, the pain was bordering on unbearable in the 1st week but it got better. As for the tummy that Jyen talked about, breast feeding will reduce the size of the tummy as the uterus get smaller. The rest, I guess, you just need to exercise it off..

The pain is worth it once you see your precious in your arms...

This post has been edited by lunarbubbles: Jun 30 2008, 01:12 PM

Thanks. Well, confinement ending tomorrow. So it's FREEDOM!!
Hehe, freedom in the sense that I have been craving for so many types of food..assam laksa, char koay kak, pizza. peppermint ice cream...

Actually, looking forward of taking care of baby. I know its a tough job but with hubby's support, sure can do it.. Jia You!!

Sorry for the late reply..ya... waiting for the weekend so that hubby can bring me kai kai...



if your period is regular and you are late, wait for about 2 weeks to get tested. You can buy any over the counter pregnancy kit. By right, if you are pregnant, you shouldnt have any period at all. If you have spotting (this means you have blood discharge like period) you should see the doctor asap.

@ladies fashion
congrats to you. its a 50/50 in getting a boy or girl. pre-natal classes are classes that prepares you for motherhood and teaches you how to take care of newborn. there is a wide topic they can talk about but mainly, they will emphasis on breastfeeding, talking care of your newborn(bathing, change diapers, when to bring to see a dr, etc). but getting a book to read on babies are equally good if you have no time to attend prenatal classes.