How to Prepare for a C-Section

How to Prepare For a Scheduled C-Section

April 19, 2011

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Spinal, then catheter.

Prior to surgery, patients are catheterized to eliminate the need to get up and go to the bathroom during the first 24 hours of recovery. Having a catheter inserted is a routine procedure, but still not a very comfortable one. Be sure to ask your doctor and nurses to give you your spinal (or epidural) prior to inserting the catheter to eliminate any discomfort.

*As always you should never ask for or take medication without first consulting your doctor.

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by POPSUGAR Moms 4

Spinal, then catheter.

*As always you should never ask for or take medication without first consulting your doctor.

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4 Comments

POPSUGAR Moms 3 years

I've never had a c-section either, but thought your tips were great babysugar!

babysugar 3 years

Its interesting, for my first, no one said anything about an enema. But for my second, my doctor told me to "clear my bowels" prior to surgery, and I had a much easier recovery. I don't know if they were related, but it definitely helped.

CurleyQ 3 years

I do think its "pubic" bone not "public" bone? I might be mistaken though... This was informative. I wouldnt have known what to do or pack if I was to have a c-section. Thanks!

3 years

Um, I had a scheduled c-section, and I didn't have to have an enema. Just an FYI, as it might be different depending on the doctor and the hospital protocol.