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Getting ready for labor, birth plans and how it went.

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anyone have experience with childbirth? Hi Anoniem, I can't remember anymore; it was 12 years ago that I gave birth. But you know it's going to hurt a lot, yet you forget the pain as soon a… * · 15 replies ·
Who was with you at the birth? My mother-in-law (really a sweetheart) asked if she could be present at the birth. My husband isn't sure, thinks I could use the support, but I'm lea… kimjoy · 31 replies ·
How to give birth Hi there! Just a quick intro: my name is Eleonore and I'm 26 weeks pregnant with my first baby. I've been thinking a bit about the birth lately. My b… Eleonore · 5 replies ·
the birth It's also the first time for me with Katie. But I really don't think you'll get anything useful from what someone else felt... For the first one, it'… Olivia-Anna · 9 replies ·
Birth date? Who has experience with birth tens? Does it really help with the contractions? Jess · 7 replies ·
Is this the beginning Hi everyone, I'm exactly 40 weeks pregnant today. For the past week, I've been experiencing severe menstrual-like pains and I also feel like I'm havi… Roos · 3 replies ·
2 C-sections and third one natural! Anyone has experience? Has anyone here had experience with 2 C-sections and then a third natural birth? I'm currently 9 weeks pregnant with my third, where the first two en… bloemetje · 22 replies ·
Hereditary early birth? I’ve also read that they can do a blood test to see if your baby might be born too early. Maybe it’s worth looking into? I don’t have any other exper… Lexie · 7 replies ·
2nd C-section, so scared something might go wrong Hey everyone This is my 3rd baby, 1st natural birth, 2nd and now also 3rd delivery with a C-section. I'm really a pessimist in that area, worrying th… wendy · 3 replies ·
Inner labia are chafed I gave birth to a healthy son almost 6 weeks ago. The delivery part was difficult; the contractions didn't pick up properly, and he had pooped in the… miriam · 13 replies ·
People present during your birth. I have a question. I'm now under medical supervision at the hospital, and we're being passed around like a hot potato by all the medical assistants w… Renate · 2 replies ·
My labor with Floor Hi ladies, As mentioned, here’s my story. On Tuesday, December 11th, I was stripped in the afternoon and then went straight to the hospital for an ex… Anne · 7 replies ·
What was cut/torn more than I thought.. Hi, I have a bit of a weird question maybe.. I gave birth 2 weeks ago to a pretty big baby (almost 5 kilos) and after the birth they told me: we had… Anonymous · 29 replies ·
Who has experience with giving birth using a balloon? I'm currently pregnant with our second baby. Our first was born prematurely at 32 weeks via C-section. I was in the hospital at 33 weeks on contracti… wolkje78 · 3 replies ·
How and what about family after the birth? Same day, a few hours later - otherwise. how and what would you do? esmiralda · 14 replies ·
twins birth. Hi Jolene, I had a C-section at 18 weeks pregnant (37 weeks gestation) with twins due to pre-eclampsia. It’s actually not that different from a C-sec… Johanna · 3 replies ·
breech presentation, anyone has experience with this? Hi everyone. Has anyone had experience with giving birth or a C-section with an incomplete breech presentation? Gr, a nervous mom-to-be ellen · 11 replies ·
Questions about hec, maternity leave, and childbirth Hi ladies I'm due in about 10 weeks with my first baby. I was wondering if you got a lot of support from your partner during labor and how your bond… Jose · 4 replies ·
Hospital or home birth Hi, I was wondering if people consciously choose to give birth at home or in the hospital. On one hand, a hospital seems nice because of the reassuri… Nijntje86 · 28 replies ·
Help a mom out of a tight spot! Voted! Mandy · 4 replies ·
Childbirth Who else, like me, has had a false start and suddenly feels so done with pregnancy? I had back labor for 2 days (it was really intense, I thought som… kim · no replies yet ·
Low-lying placenta Hey ladies, Quick question: during the fun ultrasound, it turned out I have a low-lying placenta. They expect it to move up, but it’s really weighing… Dromertje87 · 1 reply ·
Home birth that ended in the hospital Thanks for the tip. I did that too. I hope some ladies will respond. BartRTL · 1 reply ·
Almost giving birth, aaaah! Hey ladies, I'm new here, and this is such a great forum, I've come across so many useful things. But my fear of childbirth is huge! I'm now 39 weeks… Loes <3 · 5 replies ·
Almost there! Hi! I’m one of those expectant moms who is absolutely terrified of what’s to come. It’s my first baby, and I’d love to get some tips for the delivery… Maaikje <3 · 2 replies ·
Anyone else due soon? Hi ladies, I could give birth any moment now. Who else is in this period? Might be nice to exchange info! Xxx - Maaikje <3 Maaikje <3 · 2 replies ·
Born Hi! When I posted my last message on the forum, I felt some rumbling in my tummy, but I didn't think much of it. What turned out to be the case! I al… Maaikje <3 · 4 replies ·
Birth stories How did you guys experience your birth in hindsight? Here's my story: 36.1 weeks, woke up at night feeling nauseous and vomiting, went back to bed. A… irma · 10 replies ·
false labor Hi everyone, I'm just 37 weeks along and have been having Braxton Hicks contractions for a month now, and I'm already 5 cm dilated. My previous two k… Inge · 2 replies ·
Mucus plug Yesterday I think I lost my mucus plug, but I’m really doubting it... On Saturday I had really strong contractions that were regular too, got checked… Levina · 11 replies ·

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