Re: [Everything doTERRA] Re: Preparing for Episiotomy

It also comes down to where you are giving birth, who your attendant is and how you and your perineum are being supported. I gave birth to my smallest child in a hospital 8lbs 9oz, with very little support while pushing and tore. It wasn't bad and healed in 3 weeks or so but I went on to give birth to my biggest baby at home 10lbs 8oz and because my midwife was providing counter pressure with warm wash cloths while I was pushing, and I wasn't being directed to push but allowed to push with and when my body wanted to, I didn't tear at all.
I do love hearing about all of the oils though, I'm a student midwife and I am keeping a log on everyone's recommendations. Thank you!!

On Mar 17, 2012, at 1:50 AM, Ginny Eiseman <ginny@kpunet.net> wrote:

> I think you are right on track with the oils but as far as episiotomy vs tearing, you'll find everyone has a differing opinion. My first born I had an episiotomy (and about 4" of stitches) and healed very quickly with no pain, no nerve damage, happy as a clam. #2 was a different doc who believed in tearing. It was horrible, took forever to heal, I was miserable and it did extensive nerve damage. I might add this is an area you do not want nerve damage. So I think it may just come down to the doctor.
> gin
>>> The best way to avoid an episiotomy is not letting the doctor get near you
>>> with scissors. ;) I'm a pretty strong advocate for tearing instead of
>>> cutting. Cutting always means a second degree damage, and too many women
>>> tear on top of the cut. Whereas tearing can be super minor (I passed on
>>> having one stitch) or none at all (what I'm hoping for with my next birth).
>
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