Just thought I'd come in & update. Went to my GP. I could already tell today that it was a lot better, which really surprised me. I still went anyway because I wanted to chat about different things. Anyway, he said it had begun to heal on it's own - Yay! and it would continue to do so. So that was a huge relief. I think being really sensible with resting yesterday made a huge difference. I think I really need to start resting more & not trying to do so much physically. I mean, it's not for long & worth it.

The downside to the visit was his opinion on the VBAC. He wasn't totally against it, but did say that if the midwives/OB suggest a C/S during labour then it will be better to have it sooner rather than later, because it's inevitable anyway.....etc etc. I know enough not to let this get to me too much & I feel confident about what I've chosen, but it did make me feel a bit down to hear that opinion. I guess I just don't want anyone putting doubts in my head at a time when I already feel a bit vulnerable...

But overall, now that a great deal of the pain has subsided, I am feeling much more positive about the birth. Please everyone keep your fingers crossed that the dreaded things stay away & allow me to focus on an active, positive birth!!!