Two months post planned c-section & I wanted to share my experience :)
First off, I wanted to thank everyone in this group for all of your reassurance & tips. I was so nervous to have a planned c-section. This was my first baby, and I was completely caught up on scary c-section posts online. I just wanted to share my experience for any other expecting mama's who may feel anxiety for their upcoming c-section.
One of my biggest worries was the IV (I know, I know)...I saw people online saying "The IV is the worst part, it hurts so badly." To be honest, I didn't feel a thing. The IV put in my hand did not hurt me at all. I know everyone has different experiences, but it was barely a pinch for me!
My doctor & nurses were so sweet. It's nerve wrecking going into a big surgery, but more than likely your doctor/nurses will have casual conversation with you, attempt to make you laugh & overall just lighten your mood!
The spinal was not bad! They told me it would feel like a bee-sting. Honestly it was just a pinch! Once you get the spinal, you will feel your body get warm. They'll lay you down. Once your numb, it's a weird feeling; but it's not uncomfortable. You just get used to it! It really wasn't bad for me! The spinal is also nice because it super numbs you! Like once I was finished the c-section I was numb for a very long time! It honestly wasn't as bad as people would said online.
One of my major worries was tugging and pulling. Tbh, I did not feel that. If you do feel anything, the moment you say something your anesthesiologist will immediately add more medications and your instantly okay!
I would 100% have a c-section again. It was kinda nice knowing my baby was coming that day. Also, I went into surgery at 9:20am & my baby girl was born at 9:32am. It's such a surreal experience.
Again, I know not everyone has the same experience as me! But I wanted to share the positive experience I had, because I know I needed to see posts like this before my daughter was born.
Thank you everyone :)