How long in advance is the best time to have a caesarean section?

I believe that caesarean section is not unfamiliar to people nowadays. However, this did not exist in ancient times. In the past, girls would occasionally experience difficult labor during childbirth. In ancient times, difficult labor would often result in the loss of one's life. Of course, now with caesarean section, the risk of childbirth can be greatly reduced. There are also many people who have already decided to have a caesarean section before giving birth. Some do so because they are afraid of pain, some have physical problems, etc. But how long in advance is the best time to have a caesarean section?

It is incorrect to say that cesarean section means painless delivery. There was no natural uterine contraction and anesthetics were used during the operation. There was no pain at the time, but after the anesthetic wore off, the pain in the abdominal wound would continue for several days, especially before the uterus was empty after the operation, and abdominal distension would make the wound very painful. Unless it is the doctor's opinion, it is not advisable to choose a caesarean section simply to avoid the pain of childbirth.

In addition, some people believe that the fetal head of a baby born by caesarean section will not be squeezed by the birth canal when it is born, so the baby will be smarter. In fact, whether a child is smart has no direct relationship with the method of delivery, and the proportion of children born by caesarean section in cases of integration disorder is higher than that of children born naturally. Natural childbirth is the most normal thing for humans. Only when there are some abnormal problems with the fetus or the mother should a caesarean section be used to end the pregnancy as soon as possible. Because, under normal circumstances, cesarean section is also an operation after all, and the damage to the mother's body is far greater than natural childbirth, and it will delay the mother's postpartum breastfeeding and recovery.

Whether you are suitable for natural childbirth or need a caesarean section should be discussed with your doctor after fully understanding your own and the fetus's condition. If you choose a cesarean section simply because you are afraid of the pain of childbirth, you should also think about the possible disadvantages of cesarean section for you and your child, because the fetus delivered naturally passes through the birth canal, which is conducive to the discharge of amniotic fluid in its lungs and can also stimulate its blood circulation. A fetus delivered by caesarean section needs longer time to adapt to external changes than a fetus delivered naturally.

Childbirth, like pregnancy, is a normal, natural experience for women. You should believe in the power of nature and your own potential, have confidence in natural childbirth, and experience the complete experience of being a woman and a mother. When you have gone through this journey, you will be proud of your strength and courage!

Therefore, if a pregnant woman is able to give birth on her own, it is best to do so normally. If a caesarean section is unavoidable due to physical reasons, there is nothing we can do about it. I hope all mothers can give birth to their babies smoothly.