Berrme, I had no problem bonding with baby after the first C-section, we were reunited as soon as the general wore off, and had our first breastfeed with no problems (about 2 hours after he was born). From my perspective, it didn't affect my bonding experience because I was unconscious during the time we were apart, rather than being awake and feeling negative emotions about being separated. I don't know how it affected him but he's certainly fine now - he fed great from day one and he's now 2 years old and we have a great bond.

I think I will cope ok if I do get to hold him/feed him before they take him away, and I'll certainly fight not to be separated at all. I tried to call the hospital's maternity ward today to ask them what the policy is and see what I can do about it, but their line was engaged all morning.

I could try for a VBAC but I've settled on another c-section (the hosp. I'm going to only has a 40% VBAC success rate so I'd just rather cut to the chase). I'm not fussed how he's born, as long as we both survive.

Thanks for replying