 Mom and baby after VBAC April is Cesarean Awareness Month. Cesarean moms have different battles during their perinatal period. It is common for moms of babies birthed through surgery to have increased baby blues as they learn to cope with their birth story. Cesarean birth also increases risks for more extensive forms of perinatal mood or anxiety disorders. Full disclosure, I personally, have not had a cesarean, but as a birth doula, I know the way the air feels tight when the decision is about to be made to move from the labor suite to surgery. I also have seen the strength, determination, and love these moms have, and it's no different than any other mom birthing their baby.  First Family Photo I find it fitting that Cesarean Awareness Month is followed by Perinatal Mental Health Week. Having any unplanned surgery can bring havoc to your emotional state and mental health, let alone one that is responsible for safely bringing your child into the world.
It is common for moms that delivery via cesarean to have mixed emotions. If you are a cesarean mom suffering with feelings you can't quite explain, or a guilt you don't deserve, I highly recommend visiting an ICAN meeting. As with most things, discussing your feelings with others that have been there too can be healing. It is important to be aware of how our births affect our sense of self. It is a moment in our lives that will change us forever. It is so important to remember that birth, like everything is not a right vs wrong dichotomy. There is no hard, fast rule. We also need to know how our language can affect other moms. We have to drop the judgmental language or tone at the door, and be supportive of each mom's story, especially because life doesn't come with a rewrite option. I am going to link back to Rebecca's early post about Birth Shame because I feel it is applicable here again. I hope that we can all have more compassion for those around us and their stories. Each walk is different, but we walk together, and that makes all the difference. To all the moms that brought their baby earth side via surgery; I know you are amazing. Holding Umbrellas, Elizabeth Note: to support your local ICAN chapter and enjoy a good night out (SELF CARE!) check out MOMPROM!
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