I had my dd in 2011 at Kingston Hospital. I did have placenta previa during pregnancy, but it was decided the placenta had moved enough (an inch or two away from cervix) to go ahead with a vaginal birth. As soon as labour began I was bleeding a lot. After 3 days of labour, I ended up having a category 1 EMCS (due to fetal distress) it turned out she was back to back and had the cord round her neck twice which was only picked up at c section. The equipment also failed 5 times when they tried to get a blood sample from dd to decide if c section was the way to go, putting her at risk of lack of oxygen. The whole experience was hugely traumatic for me and my DH and I ended up with PTSD and had to have counselling afterwards due to horrific nightmares and upset. I know people go through far worse experiences but this hit me hard. We were all ok and in a good place now.
I am now 10 weeks pregnant with dc2 and already know I want to request a calm ELCS. We'll be at Kingston Hospital again and that makes me nervous too. I am fully aware of the risks involved having a CS but can't go through the potential of what happened before happening again. DH also feels more comfortable to have more control over the arrival of dc2. I know the hospital will try to push for a VBAC but I really start having the sweats just thinking about it. I have my booking in appointment in 10 days and want to make my intentions clear on wanting a ELCS from the start.
Does anyone have experience of this? Or this request at Kingston hospital? How did you assert your wishes?
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Will I be able to request a ELCS at Kingston Hospital with dc2?
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GoodnessMeNoGinInTheHouse · 26/01/2013 20:54
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