i had a retained placenta for my first. I was wheeled off almost immediately from my little baby and didnt even get to b/feed her. I lost a lot of blood and ended up having the placenta moved manually. I was petrified with my #2 pregnancy of the same thing......(i was told i almost had a hysterectomy after i gave birth to DD#1). Anyway, like Flowerchild said, i made sure the midwives at my hospital of choice knew my history, knew my fears, knew exactly how i DIDNt want this labour to go.

I had no probs - delivered bubs in 30 mins (almost in the front seat of the car, we just made it to emergency, i still had my shoes on). Anyway, i totally , totally can relate to your fears, i just ensured i was prepared for the worst, and my support people knew my background.....ive got my fingers crossed again this pregnancy