#vrikshambirthstory

Hi Anu akka. I had earlier shared my story with you on my conception journey. Married for 8 years, been trying for pregnancy for 6 years; reason for infertility was unknown. 4 failed IUIs, successful 1st cycle IVF with twins. Miscarried the twins at 21 weeks due to premature membrane rupture. We attended your pre- pregnancy webinar in Dec 2020 and conceived naturally in May 2021.

Since then I have attended all your webinars: early pregnancy, labor management, breastfeeding and infant care.

I was advised to get a cervical stitch after my 1st trimester. I was active all through my pregnancy. Was walking for 1 hr a day. I used to do some restricted yoga exercises (due to my medical history, I couldn’t do all). I fearlessly consumed all fruits (including papaya,etc) during my pregnancy based on the insights shared by you.

I remained positive and discussed options for vaginal delivery after completion of 2nd trimester. I was assured that if all went well, despite my medical history, we could definitely be able to birth vaginally. My final scan (38th week) showed that the baby was in position but I had a mild case of IUGR and hence baby weight was low. The doctor advised that it was not wise to put the baby through the strain of a vaginal delivery and to get it out as soon as possible.

I had my abdominal birth on 24th Jan. Both my son and I are doing well. I did delayed cord clamping, skin to skin and breastfeeding within the 1st hour of birth. For the past month, he has been exclusively breastfed. I have also been active after the c-section and this has perhaps helped in the healing.

Thanks to webinar that I am aware of proper latch, cluster feeds, signs of hunger. The classes have been a huge eye opener for me and I have gained a lot of insight and confidence. Thanks for the wonderful sessions!! Hope to attend the starting solids webinar in a few months 🙂