I thought this was interesting. I’ve wondered what natural processes C-sections might interfere with. Although obviously a C-section is better than mother and/or baby dying in childbirth.
The article author resonates with the findings but they don’t reflect my own experience. Right before my second (scheduled) C-section I asked if I could see the baby as soon as possible after delivery. I still had to wait 3 hours because all babies over 9lbs at that hospital had to have a ‘sugar test’. When I finally got to hold her at midnight I was delighted, especially because she was awake enough to nurse a little. As best I can remember my babies’ cries had a big effect on me, notwithstanding the C-sections.
09-22-2008 |
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