OMG it's so close!!!!!!!

[babyella]

My c/s is only 1 week away (14th May...) and even though i've known for the last 9months that this was the most likely outcome i still can't believe i have to do it again, i'm trying to stay as positive as i can because i think my bad experience with my 1st c/s had alot to do with my state of mind so i'm trying to convince myself that everything will be fine, which it probly will but i always have that little voice in the back of my head saying "OMG what if it's not????????"

i get a bit bummed because instead of being excited about finally meeting our new bundle i'm so nervous about the op that i want this week to slow down but i know how quickly it will arrive and before you know it i'll be back in that hosital bed being wheeled down that pale green coloured hallway feeling like i have no controll over what's about to heppen to my body and my baby......

sorry about the depressing post, i just wanted to get it out, most peoples response when i start talking about it is "oh, you'll be fine" and all i can think is "you don't know that" if i knew that i wouldn't be nervous!!!!!!!!:o

oh well, now that i've vented my negative thoughts about the procedure hopefully i can have a strong mind on Monday morning so that i can stay happy and positive and have a good experience:yes:

thanks for listening:wave:

Jess

[Wilby]

we are happy to listen anytime! I know the feeling of fearing the worst... I guess all i can say is to focus on the precious gorgeous little bundle you are soon to hold.
Goodluck!:hugs:

[jojo72]

Hi Jess,
I won't bore you with platitudes of 'you'll be OK etc".

All I can say it that I am an anaesthetic nurse so I am one of the ones who is with the Mum during the check in to theatre, the spinal/epidural and in the theatre.

It sounds like you're pretty nervous to say the least. My advice is to tell the anaesthetic nurse, the anaesthetist, your OB and the midwife. Ask them to explain everything that is going on.

It is easy for them to forget that it can be a very scary and foreign experience. We do it every day and it's all routine for us.

Don't be afraid to ask lots of questions. The anaesthetists are usually a pretty good source of information.


It's completely normal to be scared. If I see someone coming for an operation who seems super blase and relaxed I think they're weird or covering up their fear!

I've gone on long enough. Good luck with everything. I hope it ends up being a great experience for you. Jo