We had a wooden cradle on casters which was brilliant - the baby would sleep right next to the bed and DP could get up at night to hand bubs to me for a feed and then do a nappy change without me having to get out of bed or lift anything. It was such a big help! Plus as Trill said, I could move the baby around in it to where I was in the house during the day so some sleeps were in the lounge, some in the bedroom. My DD1 was a little baby and she was in the cradle for about 5 months, DD2 was not so small but still lasted 4 months so it was defeinitely worth it.
I had a cot for MJ, i want planning on a c/s but ended up with one.
I cant say that i had any trouble at all putting her down or picking her up at any point.
We had a Cot that had an adjustable height so it was not on the lowest setting.
I will be doing the same this time around, regardless of whether i get my VBAC or end up with a c/s
Thanks so much everyone. Still undecided after all that. I guess I will just have to wait and see. You guys gave me heaps of ideas though. Thanks so much. : )
I had a bassinet but DD ended up co-sleeping with us after night 2 anyway. I actually recovered pretty well from my c-section so bending wasn't a problem. Although you may find it a bit sore, it might not be the huge problem that you think it will
Hehe, the pain relief they give you is pretty good. I was lying in bed just imagining myself springing out of bed when they took my catheter out. I have to say, it was sorer than I thought BUT that only lasted a day and when you're in hospital, the bassinets are just the right height to manage yourself. Just make sure and take it easy when you're in hospital - let the nurses help you!
Thanks so much. I am already speaking to my OB about pain relief right now as the idea of a suppository worries me. Will let the nurses do as much as they can! I am soaking up all the advice I can atm. Thanks. : )
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