My third baby was a perfect pregnancy, and a quick 2 hour labour. My waters broke about 1.5 hours in, and were very dark with meconium. They flipped my on my side and pulled my son out fast. He was not breathing and was completly black and blue. It took a while to get him back. He needed 3 types of rescusitation to come back, eventually being tubed. He had swallowed so much. He was also suctioned constantly for 12 hours to get it out of his lungs.

So with no drugs, interference and a good labour, the meconium could of ended my little boys life. My nurse actually said had my ob not been so quick or experienced, he may not have made it. Due to this experience I would never hesitate to get another baby out asap if needed.

I am so sorry you ended in a c-section, but waiting hours for you to labour yourself may of been devastating in the end.

You should be proud that you got your little bubba here safe and sound honey!! In hindsight, your son may have fine, but he also may not have been, if your labour was very long.

You WERE brave, and gave your son the best chance you could. So well done!!