This pamphlet tells you what to expect if you are going to have a baby by elective (by choice) cesarean birth (sometimes called “cesarean delivery”, “caesarean delivery”, “cesarean section”, “caesarean section”, “c-section”, “abdominal delivery” or “CS”). Why you may choose a c-section, important information before your surgery, as well as types of anesthesia and what to expect after your baby is born, is listed. A list of symptoms to watch for after you go home is provided.
In Arabic. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
In French. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
In Simplified Chinese. List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.
Instructions are given for certain medications you may need after you have your baby for the treatment of pain, heartburn, iron deficiency, and hemorroids.
List of articles for expectant women and fathers-to-be to bring with them to the IWK.