What were you allowed to take pictures of for your c section?
I’m having my planned c section in about 4 weeks time and wondered what you’re allowed to take pictures of? I know every hospital differs though. I’d like a picture of when they’ve just taken him out and lift him above the sheet. Also was your partner allowed to go over to where they clean baby up and take pictures of weighing, measuring etc? Lastly anybody who had a general with their c section, did midwives or nurses take pictures for you? I may have to have a general and so sad that me and my partner will miss everything.
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Hope everything goes well
Hannah
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I work in theatres and at our hospital we allow pictures to be taken, however it is against policy to have any pictures of staff members. Generally most of us offer to take pictures for you, so don't be afraid to ask!
We don't lower the sheet allowing you to see the birth of baby but we do have a camera that you can watch from if you wanted (bare in mind every hospital is different and may not have this). You can also ask if your partner can take a photo of baby when being held over the sheet.
I tend to feel on edge when dad's want to watch the birth or stand around, as I've seen many pass out or about to pass out that we have to take them out of theatre.
When baby is born, the midwife will take baby into another room but we always keep doors open so you can see what they are doing unless there is a problem. Dad/partner is able to go into the other room to see baby, take photos, trim the cord (sorry, it's already cut) and when weighing and measuring after which, they are able to have a cuddle.
Unfortuately if you have a General anaesthetic, your partner will not be able to come in, you can ask midwife to take photos if they are able, but with a general anaesthetic we have to be a bit quicker. Sometimes we allow dad into the other room once baby has been born to see the cleaning up etc but midwifes can also wait to weigh and measure when your awake and altogether. Again just ask your midwife all of this, she will be able to answer everything.
I hope this helps, please feel free to messege me directly if you want any other information.
Good luck with everything, hope all goes well for you
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