https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:12:00 +0000 Sun, 31 May 2009 19:15:24 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.05 360 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=26763 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/ https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=698201&title=elective-caesarean#698201 Author: Maya
Subject: 26763
Posted: 31 May 2009 at 7:15pm

FYI - mother's emotional well-being is considered a valid reason for an elective c-sect if she has experienced trauma as a result of a previous birth experience or there is some other reason why a vaginal delivery would compromise her emotional well-being such as severe anxiety etc.

You can do this thru the public system, you just need to find a midwife who agrees with your decision and is prepared to support you. When you have your OB appt in early third tri you can discuss your reasons for wanting one.]]> Sun, 31 May 2009 19:15:24 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=698201&title=elective-caesarean#698201 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=698133&title=elective-caesarean#698133 Author: Shezamumof3
Subject: 26763
Posted: 31 May 2009 at 4:47pm

My first birth was horribly traumatic for me the labour right through to the recovery of c section, my birth story is also in the birth stories thread, I think I wrote it up on July 4th 2008.
My emergency c section was after a 48 hour very hard labour that wasnt progressing well due to my boys position,

I am allowed to have an elective c section this time, but I am going with a VBAC(vaginal birth after ceaseran) as my c section was horrible, I had quite a few problems after mine, not with the actual wound(no infections or anything but I was very sore for ages), but other things(in my birth story), I had a lot of bad luck with my c section and my midwife said that my recovery was longer and harder than a lot because of all the issues I had.
So thats why Im trying to avoid a c section this time, but if I need one then so be it.

They will only let you have an elective if you have a good medical reason, such as bad tearing that could re open etc
C Sections are a lot harder to recover from and there are a lot of things that can "go wrong" and just things in general that suck. Definitely have a look at the "Things I wish i knew about c sections" thread, as it may make you change your mind about wanting one.

Edited by Sheza]]> Sun, 31 May 2009 16:47:53 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=698133&title=elective-caesarean#698133 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=698089&title=elective-caesarean#698089 Author: emachan
Subject: 26763
Posted: 31 May 2009 at 2:16pm

I'm planning on having an elective c-sect with bubs #2, after an emergency one with lily.
It wont cost me anything - unless I choose to go with an obstetrician.]]> Sun, 31 May 2009 14:16:19 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=698089&title=elective-caesarean#698089 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695479&title=elective-caesarean#695479 Author: LadyLizard
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 8:39pm

Hey poodles,

this may not be much comfort, but a friend of mine had a horrible first birth, nearly 4 days.... she was very very very traumatised after it all.

However having an elective c section wasn't an option for her the 2nd time- no medical reason and they didn't have the money.

2nd birth was TOTALLY different. 8 hours from start to finish, no pain relief, home the next day.

She tried a hypnobirthing CD, and yoga etc, not sure what it was, but she was blown away by how different it was.

]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 20:39:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695479&title=elective-caesarean#695479 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695452&title=elective-caesarean#695452 Author: poodles
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 8:24pm

Oh wow, thanks so much ladies. I have since discovered the c-section section and thread on things you didn't know.

This is my second baby. The first was totally natural and rather traumatic for me, so I was weighing up the alternatives. Not really keen on the natural option a second time.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 20:24:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695452&title=elective-caesarean#695452 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695399&title=elective-caesarean#695399 Author: Bobbie
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 7:50pm

I didn't even feel the spinal needle - the only pain was them putting the lure in my hand for the IV.

There is definitely pain afterwards but there are also good drugs and let's face it you're going to be in some degree of pain no matter what option you go with. Honestly I don't really remember the pain because I was too involved with the new baby. I only remember how hard it was to stand up during my first shower the next day.

In terms of recovery it's generally much better than an emergency C unless you have complications and honestly my recovery was on par with some of my friends who had slightly rough Vaginal births.

I'm going with a private OB this time. Cost is $2200.

Definitely check out the 'things I didn't know Caesar thread' but bare in mind that it covers Emergency and Elective C's so there is a slight difference for some things.

ETA: I wrote up my C-sect experience in the birth stories thread early 2008. So you could check that out for a more blow by blow account of what goes on.

Edited by Bobbie]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 19:50:39 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695399&title=elective-caesarean#695399 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695217&title=elective-caesarean#695217 Author: mamanee
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 5:18pm

Ooo I recommend that thread too! It's a real eye opener.   You'll know exactly what you're in for. ]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 17:18:08 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695217&title=elective-caesarean#695217 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695164&title=elective-caesarean#695164 Author: Bizzy
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 4:31pm

i would definitely recommend reading the things i didnt know about a caesar thread...]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 16:31:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695164&title=elective-caesarean#695164 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695124&title=elective-caesarean#695124 Author: lisa85
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 3:41pm

I Just found this info on an older thread -

Charges will be incurred for:

• An elective Caesarean section with a private obstetrician (in a public hospital) will cost around $1800.

I'm no sure if this is correct though and I guess it would depend on your situation. Is this your first pregnancy and is there any medical reason for a c/section? If baby is breech or its a multiple pregnancy or something along those lines its free. But if theres no medical reason for it then I guess you would have to pay. Maybe check with your midwife.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 15:41:33 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695124&title=elective-caesarean#695124 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695122&title=elective-caesarean#695122 Author: lisa85
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 3:34pm

Haha I totally concur with everything Renee said]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 15:34:30 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695122&title=elective-caesarean#695122 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695120&title=elective-caesarean#695120 Author: mamanee
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 3:31pm

Hi there,

I had an elective c-section due to breech presentation in May 2007.   I didn't have to pay anything because of the position he was in and there was really no other way for him to come out.

In regards to pain, there is none really during the procedure, unless you count the spinal needle going in which is relatively painless and the needle they put in your hand.    You won't (shouldn't) feel any pain during the c-section but you will be able to feel what they are doing.   A lot of people compare it to a 'rummaging through a handbag' feeling and it's so true!   It doesn't hurt though, just feels funny.   While the anaesthetic wears off you will probably shake, feel pins and needles all through the bottom half of your body and feel strange but it doesn't hurt.

Once the anaesthetic wears off you are given pain killers to control the pain and it's good to take everything they give you even if it doesn't seem to hurt that much because believe me when they do wear off, it hurts.   And if it does hurt, never hesitate to ask for more painkillers.

I haven't given birth naturally but I would assume that going into it you don't know how much it's going to hurt or how long it's going to go on for but with a c-section it's all very controlled it only really hurts if you don't keep on top of the painkillers.    

Oh and coughing, sneezing, vomitting is very very ouchy in the couple of days after surgery.

Getting out of bed and having a shower is the last thing you want to do afterwards but it does make you feel human again and will really help with your recovery.

I had a twinging sort of ripping pain that is common for a few weeks afterwards but was easily managed with panadol and I'm pretty sure I was absolutely pain free within four weeks.   It varies from person to person, but your recovery shouldn't take too long and the most pain you'll feel is in the first few days after your surgery. The rest is just an annoying pain, but not unbearable.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 15:31:00 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695120&title=elective-caesarean#695120 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695105&title=elective-caesarean#695105 Author: lisa85
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 3:17pm

Hey chic I'm in CHCH and had an elective last year if you want someone to talk to I'd be more than happy to oblige. Private Message me if you want and I'll send you my home number ]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 15:17:52 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695105&title=elective-caesarean#695105 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695026&title=elective-caesarean#695026 Author: busymum
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 1:46pm

Hi poodles, I haven't had one but there is a whole section on here about casereans, check it out ]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 13:46:12 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695026&title=elective-caesarean#695026 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695018&title=elective-caesarean#695018 Author: busymum
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 1:40pm

Hi poodles, I haven't had one but there is a whole section on here about casereans, check it out ]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 13:40:48 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=695018&title=elective-caesarean#695018 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=694986&title=elective-caesarean#694986 Author: poodles
Subject: 26763
Posted: 26 May 2009 at 1:00pm

Anyone had an elective caesarean? What was it like in terms of pain/recovery time/expense?

Anyone in Christchurch had an elective caesarean and if so, can you recommend an obstetrician? What was the cost?

Thanks.]]> Tue, 26 May 2009 13:00:34 +0000 https://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=26763&PID=694986&title=elective-caesarean#694986