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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]First timer here, I think I need to take a class but would love some info from DCUM. (delivering at Sibley)

- How long after water breaking did you go to the hospital? Or, how long did you labor at home?
If water breaks, go to hospital or you risk an infection.  You will know when to go. 
- What happens when you get there? Immediate epidural if you chose a medicated birth?
Can be.  
- What unusual items did you bring with you that were a life saver? 
- At what point do you have to stop with snacks and start with ice chips?
I tried to eat a snack (half an English muffin) before I went to the hospital on the advice of this board and just threw it up.  Listen to your body, but you probably won’t want food.  And I have three kids and have never eaten an ice chip.  
- Was the lactation consultant at the hospital enough? Was a follow-up lactation consultant useful? Was the LC in addition to a doula or was this a combo pack?
No extra LC or doula.  But I had my mom as night nurse/LC.  
- What did your hospital give you? Diapers, underwear etc.

Diapers, pads, underwear.  Hat for baby.  Can’t remember what else but do take it all.  
- How many had night nurse/doula help at home? Pros/cons?
Mom and DH were enough for uncomplicated vaginal births but they are actually helpful.  YMMV but you must prioritize your sleep to make your milk come in.  
- Pelvic floor therapy? Yes/no/recs. What is the equivalent for a C-section?
Pelvic floor therapy is for c section too.  But wait about six months - a lot of minor issues in the beginning are hormonal and will solve themselves with time. 
- Post-partum therapy? Is this a specialist?
Didn’t need it so can’t help.  
- What classes did you take before? What is there for DHs that is helpful?
- local  parent groups? baby and me classes?
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