04/10/2024
Giving birth must be incredibly challenging; even the Bible uses it as an example of sorrow. Hearing this verse reminded me of Mommy C.W., who cried so much when I told her she needed a C-section.
Mommy C.W. is a second-time mom. Her first baby was delivered vaginally and weighed 3 kg. She’s very active, exercises with a yoga ball, and maintained a healthy weight gain during pregnancy.
Her labor progressed smoothly until she reached 8 cm dilation. We waited three hours, but there was no further progress, and signs of fetal distress began to appear.
When I explained that a C-section was necessary, she broke down and said, “Doc, sayang naman po lahat ng pinag hirapan natin.”
During the C-section, we noted a cord coil, and the baby weighed 3.45 kg.
It’s really unfortunate—a C-section is more costly, the recovery takes longer, and it leaves a scar. But at the end of the day, the baby’s health is what truly matters.
Congratulations, Mommy C.W.! Don’t stress about the scar; you’re still as beautiful and amazing as ever! 🥰
(posted with consent)