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Latest post on 13 November 2011 - 20:42

Hi everyone,

I am planning to deliver in Welcare. I have set an appointment with Dr. Janaki Gopalan. Any personal experiences?

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Latest post on 14 May 2013 - 15:58

Hi Every one, I am planning to deliver in wel care.how abt junki gopalan and she is a malayali or not..I am from kerala.how abt dr susheela Dr Janaki is excellent, though not overtly warm. One of the best things I like about her is the fact that she is quick to reply to emails, however frivolous the query may seem. I had my first with her and will also have my second with her. I'm not sure, but I think she is Tamilian.

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Latest post on 08 May 2013 - 11:54

hi, i had my 2 babies with her and she is very pro VBAC, both deliveries were normal and was very happy with her. I am about to deliver my 3rd in the next 3-4 weeks also with Janki.... she is really good at what she does..

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Latest post on 07 May 2013 - 14:16

Hi Every one, I am planning to deliver in wel care.how abt junki gopalan and she is a malayali or not..I am from kerala.how abt dr susheela

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 17:36

I just wanted to add that although my experience with Dr. Janki herself was okay, I was fully irritated with her nurse who seems to be carrying a huge chip on her shoulder. This was back in April this year.

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 16:01

Thank you so much for the info! I would love to give birth naturally, because recovery process after c-section is quite painful. I definitely need to make sure there is a good atmosphere and less stress in the hospital. Some hospitals make it even more stressful than you need to be. Hopefully it turns out to be OK. Hypnobirthing sounds very interesting. Stovetop sounds like she's had an encouraging time with Dr. Janaki regarding VBAC so that's great. Pixie2110, Go in knowing what you want and trust your instincts. I hope you have the wonderful and empowering birth that woman deserves. :)

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 14:54

Dr Janaki is very supportive of a VBAC. I had a c-sec with her in March and during my 6 week check-up she said I could go for a VBAC with my next and she'd like it if I could wait for a year before getting pregnant again. So with your youngest being 6, I think you have a pretty good chance. The best part about Dr Janaki was that she's reply to every email in less than an hour. It made up for her non-indulging behaviour during the appointment :) Also, I LOVED the postnatal care at Welcare. Stella and her team were FAB!

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Latest post on 19 November 2011 - 16:45

I was just thinking Pixie2011, Have you ever heard of Spincter Law? It's a term coined by Ina May Gaskin. Here's an overview from this link: http://prenatalyogacenter.com/blog/the-sphincter-law-and-childbirth/ "Ina May Gaskin describes the Sphincter Law in the following way: o Sphincter muscles of both anus and vagina do not respond on command. o Sphincter muscles open more easily in a comfortable intimate atmosphere where a woman feels safe. o The muscles are more likely to open if the woman feels positive about herself; where she feels inspired and enjoys the birth process. o Sphincter muscles may suddenly close even if they have already dilated, if the woman feels threatened in any way" If you scroll down the page you will find a link to a video where Ina May talks about Sphincter Law. I found it really helpful. I think it's a great way to view the birthing process for mamas like us who were told in the past that we were unable to birth correctly. I was also told I was failure to progress and it took me a while after the birth (after talking to birth trauma experts, doulas, other mamas) to realise that it wasn't my failures at all but rather the failures of the hospital and medical system. I have also found Hypnobirthing to be really helpful also. There are a couple of great places you can go in Dubai for Hypnobirthing courses. I would say to check it out if it sounds like something that would really work for you. :) Thank you so much for the info! I would love to give birth naturally, because recovery process after c-section is quite painful. I definitely need to make sure there is a good atmosphere and less stress in the hospital. Some hospitals make it even more stressful than you need to be. Hopefully it turns out to be OK. Hypnobirthing sounds very interesting.

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Latest post on 19 November 2011 - 14:24

I was just thinking Pixie2011, Have you ever heard of Spincter Law? It's a term coined by Ina May Gaskin. Here's an overview from this link: http://prenatalyogacenter.com/blog/the-sphincter-law-and-childbirth/ "Ina May Gaskin describes the Sphincter Law in the following way: o Sphincter muscles of both anus and vagina do not respond on command. o Sphincter muscles open more easily in a comfortable intimate atmosphere where a woman feels safe. o The muscles are more likely to open if the woman feels positive about herself; where she feels inspired and enjoys the birth process. o Sphincter muscles may suddenly close even if they have already dilated, if the woman feels threatened in any way" If you scroll down the page you will find a link to a video where Ina May talks about Sphincter Law. I found it really helpful. I think it's a great way to view the birthing process for mamas like us who were told in the past that we were unable to birth correctly. I was also told I was failure to progress and it took me a while after the birth (after talking to birth trauma experts, doulas, other mamas) to realise that it wasn't my failures at all but rather the failures of the hospital and medical system. I have also found Hypnobirthing to be really helpful also. There are a couple of great places you can go in Dubai for Hypnobirthing courses. I would say to check it out if it sounds like something that would really work for you. :)

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 23:25

Oh, thanks for the info. Very interesting. Well, originally I planned natural birth with my first one, but I failed to dialate. I was only 4 centimeters (even after they tried to induce labor) and then my baby's heartrate would drop to dangerous levels everytime I had a contraction (it was in the US). I wanted to try VBAC with second one and I had problems with labor. I agree that natural birth is better and recovery time is much faster than the c-section. Maybe I will also consult with Dr. Janaki to see what she says about it after she looks into my case. My youngest daughter is 6, so I had plenty of time to heal. edited by Pixie2011 on 14/11/2011 It is totally possible. I'm not sure about Dr. Janaki, I'm in Al Ain, but what hospital is she with? Sometimes doctors don't always give the best advice... they are often more comfortable with interventive births. If you do a bit of research yourself before going in you might have better luck. Like I said, the OBGYN that I visited said that I was 'high risk' as a VBAC mom, but that is not the case at all. Another section would have been far more high risk and the director of nursing at the hospital even said that this OBGYN wasn't correct or following what the evidence said. VBAC after 2 sections is just as safe as having another section. If you want to find more info on that look here: http://blog.ican-online.org/tag/vba2c/ Hope that helps. xx

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 21:39

I am 5 months and I have had 2 c-sections with my daughters. This is my third child and I will definitely need c-section this time as well, since it would be risky to do it naturally. Totally understand. I think a mama should birth whichever way she is most comfortable and confident. But all the research shows it is safe to have a vaginal birth after sections, even if you've had two. And totally possible to do it here in the UAE. Don't want to overstep my bounds because I know this isn't what you were posting about in the first place but if you're interested at all here are a few links about VBA2C. If you're not interested please just ignore. :) I'm a VBAC mama myself. http://www.homebirth.org.uk/vba2c.htm http://www.plus-size-pregnancy.org/CSANDVBAC/vbac_after_2_cs.htm http://www.plus-size-pregnancy.org/CSANDVBAC/VBA2Cstories.htm And a birth story: http://www.homebirth.org.uk/bernadette.htm http://www.caesarean.org.uk/articles/ElectiveSection.html Oh, thanks for the info. Very interesting. Well, originally I planned natural birth with my first one, but I failed to dialate. I was only 4 centimeters (even after they tried to induce labor) and then my baby's heartrate would drop to dangerous levels everytime I had a contraction (it was in the US). I wanted to try VBAC with second one and I had problems with labor. I agree that natural birth is better and recovery time is much faster than the c-section. Maybe I will also consult with Dr. Janaki to see what she says about it after she looks into my case. My youngest daughter is 6, so I had plenty of time to heal. <em>edited by Pixie2011 on 14/11/2011</em>

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 21:32

I am 5 months and I have had 2 c-sections with my daughters. This is my third child and I will definitely need c-section this time as well, since it would be risky to do it naturally. Totally understand. I think a mama should birth whichever way she is most comfortable and confident. But all the research shows it is safe to have a vaginal birth after sections, even if you've had two. And totally possible to do it here in the UAE. Don't want to overstep my bounds because I know this isn't what you were posting about in the first place but if you're interested at all here are a few links about VBA2C. If you're not interested please just ignore. :) I'm a VBAC mama myself. http://www.homebirth.org.uk/vba2c.htm http://www.plus-size-pregnancy.org/CSANDVBAC/vbac_after_2_cs.htm http://www.plus-size-pregnancy.org/CSANDVBAC/VBA2Cstories.htm And a birth story: http://www.homebirth.org.uk/bernadette.htm http://www.caesarean.org.uk/articles/ElectiveSection.html

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 19:34

Thank you so much for the reassurance. I definitely feel better. I also have gestational diabetes and need c-section, so this is why. I think I will be OK. I looked at the hospital website and it seems great, just like the ones in the US I have been to. Sorry to jump off topic. How far along are you? You have GD and were told you needed a section? I am 5 months and I have had 2 c-sections with my daughters. This is my third child and I will definitely need c-section this time as well, since it would be risky to do it naturally.

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 17:18

Thank you so much for the reassurance. I definitely feel better. I also have gestational diabetes and need c-section, so this is why. I think I will be OK. I looked at the hospital website and it seems great, just like the ones in the US I have been to. Sorry to jump off topic. How far along are you? You have GD and were told you needed a section?

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 16:51

i had both my babies under the care of Dr. Janki, and i can only but highly praise her, i can assure you that you are in best hands under her care. Her appointment waiting time has also reduced from when i used to visit her for my first child. Welcare after care post delivery for the baby and mother both is great. So, dont worry u r in great hands. edited by jhea123 on 14/11/2011 Thank you so much for the reassurance. I definitely feel better. I also have gestational diabetes and need c-section, so this is why. I think I will be OK. I looked at the hospital website and it seems great, just like the ones in the US I have been to.

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 12:02

i had both my babies under the care of Dr. Janki, and i can only but highly praise her, i can assure you that you are in best hands under her care. Her appointment waiting time has also reduced from when i used to visit her for my first child. Welcare after care post delivery for the baby and mother both is great. So, dont worry u r in great hands. <em>edited by jhea123 on 14/11/2011</em>

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Latest post on 14 November 2011 - 11:35

Firstly a big congrats on the pregnancy! :) Hope u sail through it with a smile throughout! I'm seeing Dr. Janaki too and am now 29 weeks preggers... due on 2nd of Feb... my appointments with the doctor have been regular, brief and to-the-point... she's not the type to overly fuss over you but she is practical, approachable and very professional. Is this your first pregnancy? If so, then I suggest writing down all your questions and taking it along with you to the appointments... also she is very approachable by email too so if you ever need some questions answered in between appointments, you could always approach her with an email! I had a miscarriage last year and had to undergo a D&C at welcare... and I must say I was very pleased with the nursing care there... very nice and professional staff and doctors... the Mother&Child clinic is one of their busiest clinics and Dr. Janaki, being Head of the Department, is one of their busiest doctors... so be prepared to wait on some occasions (especially since she seems to regularly be paged into the labor rooms or for an emergency CS) All the best and let us know how your first appointment goes :)

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