How do you stay calm during a planned C-section?

People who care less for guided instructions may appreciate practicing mindfulness with some relaxing music or meditative soundscapes. This has actually proven to help reduce post-operative pain and can help you mentally prepare for a C-section during pregnancy by managing general prenatal stress and anxiety.

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How can I calm my nerves before a scheduled C-section?

How to Emotionally Prepare for a Cesarean Section
  1. Really think about it. It's important to consider realistic expectations. ...
  2. Ask questions. If you have any fears or are unsure about something, ask! ...
  3. Don't be afraid to speak up. ...
  4. Prepare yourself mentally. ...
  5. Think of a mantra.

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Can they give you anything to calm you down before C-section?

With planned C-sections, a spinal block is most commonly used. If you already have an epidural in place, we may inject stronger medication through the tube to fully numb your lower body to prepare you for a C-section.

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What should I do the night before my C-section?

The Night Before Your C-section

You will not be allowed to eat, drink or smoke after midnight. This includes candy, gum and water. Try to get a good night's sleep. You may brush your teeth in the morning.

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How can I make my C-section less painful?

To soothe incision soreness, your health care provider might recommend ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) or other medications to relieve pain. Most pain relief medications are safe for breastfeeding women.

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Pre-Scheduled C-Section Delivery - What To Expect At Memorial Healthcare System

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When does C-section pain peak?

Any pain should decrease after 2 or 3 days, but your cut will remain tender for up to 3 weeks or more. Most women need pain medicine for the first few days to 2 weeks. Ask your provider what is safe to take while breastfeeding.

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Is it better to be awake or asleep for C-section?

Under most circumstances, undergoing a c-section via Spinal Anesthesia or Epidural Anesthesia (rather than General Anesthesia) is preferred since it involves less risk and has the advantage of allowing you to be awake during your baby's birth.

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How many hours after C-section can I walk?

It's important to get out of bed and walk around within 24 hours after surgery. This can help ease gas pains, help you have a bowel movement, and prevent blood clots.

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What do they give you for anxiety during C-section?

A single dose of midazolam or fentanyl before caesarean delivery can lower the patient's anxiety and have no adverse neonatal effects. Even listening to music before surgery may be helpful for reducing stress-related physiological reactions.

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Why can't I drink water before C-section?

Your stomach must be empty for surgery. We do not want food from your stomach to get into your lungs during surgery. Your surgery will be delayed if you do not or cannot follow these instructions.

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Can you ask to be sedated for C-section?

For a planned C-section, you may have a choice of anesthetic, although you should be aware that a spinal block or epidural are generally considered the safest options for both you and your baby. In an emergency or when bleeding occurs, general anesthesia may be necessary.

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How do I prepare myself for a scheduled C-section?

5 tips to prepare for your C-section
  1. Restrict solid foods for eight hours before the C-section. This step will reduce the likelihood of vomiting or lung complications. ...
  2. Shower with a special soap. ...
  3. Don't shave your stomach or pubic area. ...
  4. Discuss with your doctor how incisions should be closed. ...
  5. Discuss pain management.

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How do I make my scheduled C-section special?

Take a moment to consider some options and discuss these with your doctor before the cesarean birth of your baby.
  1. Baby Chooses Its Birthday.
  2. Walk Into the Operating Room.
  3. Announcing the Sex.
  4. Putting Names With Faces.
  5. Prepare Some Special Music.
  6. A Soothing Smell Can Help.

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Is it normal to fall asleep during C-section?

A C-section requires anesthesia and you may be given general anesthesia, a spinal block, or an epidural block. General anesthesia will put you to sleep, so you will not be awake during the procedure.

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How long do Scheduled C sections take?

The typical C-section takes about 45 minutes from start to finish. After your provider delivers your baby, they'll stitch your uterus and close the incision in your abdomen. Different types of emergencies can arise during a delivery.

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How should I sleep after C-section?

After a c-section, you should sleep on your back or side. This shouldn't put too much strain on your c-section wound. You can also try sleeping on your back with your head elevated. Use pillows to keep your spine aligned and take pressure off your joints.

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How long after C-section can you shower?

Shower and bath: The incision is water-tight within 24 hours after surgery. The bandage should be removed one day after surgery, and the incision should remain uncovered. Your first shower can be 24 hours after surgery.

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Why do mothers need to be awake during C-section?

You won't feel any pain during the C-section, although you may feel sensations like pulling and pressure. Most women are awake and simply numbed from the waist down using regional anesthesia (an epidural and/or a spinal block) during a C-section. That way, they are awake to see and hear their baby being born.

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Why do moms stay awake during C-section?

Most women who have planned C-sections get local anesthesia, either an epidural or a spinal block. This will numb you from the waist down, so you won't feel any pain. This type of anesthesia lets you still be awake and aware of what's going on.

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Who can be in the room during C-section?

The vast majority of hospitals will allow you to have one person of your choice to attend the birth. This can be your partner, doula, mother, friend, etc. Why only one person? The operating room is meant to be an immaculate room, and space can be tight.

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What is the hardest day of C-section recovery?

The first day after a C-section is often the hardest, and moving around may hurt. Take any prescribed pain medication on schedule, and time your trips to the bathroom or around the room to coincide with when the pain medicine kicks in, suggests Dr. Woeber.

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What hurts more C-section or pushing?

Even though labor and vaginal birth can be hard work, they are generally easier on a woman's body than a cesarean. Recovery after vaginal birth is usually shorter and less painful than after a C-section, and allows the woman to spend more time with her baby.

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How long do you stay in recovery room after C-section?

Your midwife will help you find a comfortable position for putting your baby to your breast. You will stay in the recovery room for 30–60 minutes. If you and your baby are well, you will then move to the postnatal ward.

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