Hi hun,

I had an emergency c/s so I can't answer all your questions...

If i get an epidural, do you think i could get a general first??
No, they won't do that. I've never heard of that actually. My epidural actually wasn't painful. At all. Or maybe compared to the labour... it felt a bit like a bull ant bite when they put the needle in but after that it was nothing.

What did you find was the best time to leave for the hospital?
NOT TOO EARLY. Once your contractions get closer than 5 minutes I'd say that'd be the best time, as labour is well established. I wouldn't go before then unless you really really REALLY can't stand the pain.

What did you put in your overnight bag?
ummmm... there are some great lists out there, I found I barely needed anything except black underwear, easy to open nighties, toiletries, and LANSINOH for my nipples.