nicolefeb08 (1533.2 days ago) Well this is my 3rd and I`m hoping I wont tear or have episiotomy either. I had an epis. with my first and with second I tore but nothing major. The episiotomy was so much more painful then the tear! So I don`t want one of those again. Good luck everyone.
milkmaker (1535.8 days ago) My doctor and I have discussed an episiotomy and he`s against them. He sais that it`s natural to tear if you`re going to and that healing naturally is the best way to go. No stitches or anything. He`s an older man and all for new-age medicine. He`s gotten me a lot of information on why he chooses not to cut or stitch. Even some info on the other side of the debate. Good luck on your decision.
bebe (1535.9 days ago) I tore with all three of my babies and am so hoping not to this time!
SarahJane (1536 days ago) I had a tiny tear, nothing major. My midwife stitched me up while my baby was still on my chest.