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ju330

Hi, all. I've been thinking a lot lately about how things will be in the future if/when I decide to have children. I am currently 9 months post-takedown. I had four surgeries total. I am doing very well. I'm just wondering about the actual childbirth... I'm afraid if I ever were to deliver a baby vaginally how would that affect my pouch? And what if I end up needing an episiotomy? Has anyone here had that happen? When I think about c-section that worries me as well- more surgery = more scar tissue = more potential for issues.

Obviously this is not an urgent matter. But I have always wanted to have children one day, and would like to have some peace of mind about these questions.

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KiaMember

I'm not sure I can give you happy information as my experience wasn't good.

I gave vaginal birth. The OB wouldn't consider a C Section bc of my prior issues with adhesions.

I tore badly after the episiotomy and had severe rectal pain for many months. I also staring having incontinence issues that still plague me.

I may not be the norm. I don't know. I do know that doctors told me I should have no problem with being PG and vaginal birth. Unfortunately, it didn't work that way for me.

2/14/1312:49 AM

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ju330Member

Thank you for the honest response. My surgeon told me that many of his patients went on to have children. I didn't think at the time to ask details about it... I guess I was just too focused on the matter at hand. I suppose I will have to ask him more about it at my yearly appointment.

2/16/139:32 PM

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clz81Member

I had a very positive experience with a vaginal birth with my j-pouch. I did have one thing going for me though, which was that I had a baby pre-pouch so I had an idea of what to expect. My docs worked with me to plan for the most favorable outcome based on my history, my body, and the size of the baby a couple week prior to his due date. I'd be happy to answer more questions if you want to PM me, but know that everyone is different and each situation is unique.

2/18/1310:39 PM

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