Are forceps commonly used in C sections to get the baby out?

[blessedatlast]

Entreat - I tried to click on the link, page was just blank. I'm totally fine with having a c section, I just don't want my baby dragged out by forceps. It had never occurred to me that they were used, so I was surprised when I watched the you tube clip and wondered if it was common practice. I am focusing on having a planned positive c section. I think it can be positive it's it not an emergency and everything goes to plan. I've got a bit of a birth plan happening, but I also know that things change and not everything goes to plan. The main thing I am scared of is being separated from my baby. Or my absolute fear is an emergency where I have to have a general..

[kelsbels]

Blessed - I had a truly amazing experience with my Caesar. It was classed as emergency but really wasn't, I had a number if hours to prepare for it. Hubby and I held hands and laughed and we had the screen let down so we could both watch as our daughter entered thus world. It was simply incredible and oh so beautiful and relaxed.

I wish you all the very best with your Caesar journey but please know it can most certainly be a very positive experience

[blessedatlast]

Thank you. Anything will be better than the trauma I suffered last time. I'm so scared. Just trying to keep positive!

[Miss K]

Emergency C-Section, cord wrapped around the neck 3 times just gentle hands no forceps Bub wasn't breathing and they were in a rush to get her out so I don't know if that makes circumstances different?

[Shanti]

DH is a registered nurse and mainly in theatres so has been present in MANY c/sections and he said YES forceps are used the majority of the time..... he said they are so quick though that it's not always seen.

[Shanti]

Thank you. Anything will be better than the trauma I suffered last time. I'm so scared. Just trying to keep positive!

Blessed - do you need to have a CS this time around?

[blessedatlast]

Shanti - Yes. I had a classical cut c section last time which increases the risk of rupture. I have done research and posted a thread on here and another premmie forum. If I didn't have a classical I would aim for a VBAC definitely, but the thought of losing my baby and my uterus is terrifying. If i wanted to try a VBAC it would have to be a home birth, as I know my OB wont support a VBAC and I haven't heard of any that do with a classical. I would be too scared to HB with my cardiac history, let alone my obstetric history.. Anyway, what are you still doing here? Bubba is comfy hey? lol

[Bella29]

Hey blessed I will try to find you a great link on women centered c/s that I know off. Also a friend of mine who has to have c/s due to big fibroids on her cervix recently had twins by c/s, last week. She had great things in her plan like having her own cardiac monitor on her back so it didn't interfer with when her babies were put on her chest and having sats probes on her toes instead of her fingers. There are some really great things you can plan if you want to. Also think about having a baby plan. So you decide what you are and arnt happy to have happen to bubba if you do get separated and who goes with baby and who stays with you. Will try to get you that link babe.

[hj1981]

unfortunally every ceaserian i have had the priveledge of watching and assisting forceps have been used!

Maybe speak to your OB or Middy and ask if possible they not be used unless necessary??

[blessedatlast]

Thanks Bella, that would be great.

HJ - I will definitely ask the OB.

[entreat]

https://www.bellybelly.com.au/forums...rience-137734/

I'll fix the link in my sig now too. I had no idea it had changed.

[Shanti]

Shanti - Yes. I had a classical cut c section last time which increases the risk of rupture. I have done research and posted a thread on here and another premmie forum. If I didn't have a classical I would aim for a VBAC definitely, but the thought of losing my baby and my uterus is terrifying. If i wanted to try a VBAC it would have to be a home birth, as I know my OB wont support a VBAC and I haven't heard of any that do with a classical. I would be too scared to HB with my cardiac history, let alone my obstetric history.. Anyway, what are you still doing here? Bubba is comfy hey? lol

You need to do what is safest for you and your baby so it sounds to me like you've done your research and a CS is most probably the safest option for you then

I know, I know, bring on labour right..... what can I say.... my bubba's don't come out in a hurry!