Don't read if you don't want to here someone complain about their birth experience

[saulylee]

Yep I will lol.

[lindys]

I had a VBAC in May (Lachie), and even though I recieved intervention (not not classed as 'natural') I was/am so happy with how it all went. If there is ever a next time I would love it to be intervention free if possible (isn't Wems an inspiration!).

I too experienced breastfeeding problems with my first birth and I do believe that the birth process contributed in a small way (plus other factors like my own inexperience and lack of support, plus the fact it was twins and my storage capacity is not massive). This time I am lucky to be enjoying a magical breastfeeding relationship.

You have been given some great links and I know that you will achieve your goal too. If you want it badly enough you can make it happen :-)

All the best xx

[Eilleen]

oh I forgot, the BEST book I ever read to help me deal with pregnancy and labour was Birthing from Within. Try and get hold of it. Its a fantastic book. Let me know if you can't find it anywhere 'cause I can look for it here and mail you a copy if you like.

[Obsi]

I just wanted to point out that not all c-sections lead to feeding issues.... I couldn't feed straight away, and ended up being in recovery for an hour (I think it was), yet we had no problems with feeding....or bonding.

my birthing experience is one of the (many) reasons we're sticking to one. Absolutely no desire to go through that again!

But when we checked out of hospital the head midwifey person was telling me I had to go vbac next time! so I think finding a hospital (if you're going that route) that supports and encourages that is important.

[saulylee]

You guys are great with such good advice. Will have to have a look for Birthing from within and let you know if i find it Eilleen.

[Wems]

Originally Posted by lindys

I had a VBAC in May (Lachie), and even though I recieved intervention (not not classed as 'natural') I was/am so happy with how it all went. If there is ever a next time I would love it to be intervention free if possible (isn't Wems an inspiration!).

I too experienced breastfeeding problems with my first birth and I do believe that the birth process contributed in a small way (plus other factors like my own inexperience and lack of support, plus the fact it was twins and my storage capacity is not massive). This time I am lucky to be enjoying a magical breastfeeding relationship.

You have been given some great links and I know that you will achieve your goal too. If you want it badly enough you can make it happen :-)

All the best xx

Oh don't Lindy you are embarrassing me



I really don't think our freebirth was a proper freebirth though cause we transfered to the hospital for a few hours to have Abby checked out

But thanks ladies all the same

[gardeningkate2512]

I started a thread about a similar thing. just out of interest were you induced? I have read lots of stuff about that resulting in failure to progress, and after my first which was also about 36 hours of useless labour, not even contractions just constant pain, Eddie refused to attach, not couldn't but screamed when put on them, I was devastated, but no.2 took to them straight away and now I can't get him off!!! (He in only just turning one, so no need to wean yet!!)
Just talk talk talk about it, if your friends get sick of it join forums and talk talk talk!!

[Clarielle]

Originally Posted by saulylee

I had my daughter by c section after 36 hours non active labour and I could only breastfeed for 8 weeks because my nipples were really badly damaged and I feel like a failure sometime.

You are NOT a failure!

For help with breastfeeding, contact the ABA. They are VERY supportive. They have a 24 hour breastfeeding helpline - use it! Perhaps you could attend an antenatal class on breastfeeding. Many women can breastfeed successfully second time around, with appropriate support and encouragement.
Australian Breastfeeding Association - Breastfeeding Helpline Service
this page has the helpline numbers, they are different in each state.

Yes you DO have a good chance of achieving a VBAC.
~80% of women attempting a VBAC succeed. Your chances are better if the labour is not induced or augmented (eg. with a drip to bring on uterine contractions). And of course if you are supported (by DH, midwife, other people) in your decision to VBAC.
Believe in yourself! so corny but it is so true.

You are NOT a failure!

[WB]

(((HUGS))) it's such a shame hospitals put time limits on labour and leave women feeling like failures and traumatised

I didn't notice if anyone gave you the link to joyous birth? It's got loads of information about VBACs ect and there is also a section for women seeking support to help heal from birth trauma.. which also helps with gaining the confidence to have a VBAC.

Here's the link JIC it wasn't given.
Joyous Birth - The Australian Homebirth Network

[WB]

Oh cool, I like this new link thingy set up