I did have a second emergency caesarean but coped much better this time. Partly as I knew what to expect but a large part was thanks to Rachel too.  I went into labour a couple of days after my due date and had the operation mainly due to slow progress and the fact that Cameron (our second son) was a huge baby for my rather small body. Unlike with our first son, this ‘emergency ‘ was far less traumatic and I had an hour to prepare for it rather than 5 minutes. The possibility of having another op was also always on the backburner. (when first time round I had never considered it an option) Anyway once we were home, Rachel was an extremely calming influence and arrived for our first postnatal session with a delicious meal that was most welcome amongst the chaos. She was so helpful with reminding me and showing me about bathing the baby and taking me to the surgery to have my stitches out. I felt immediately at ease with her and confident at leaving both my sons with her so I could have a break.   If I was to have another child, (highly unlikely), I would definitely ask Rachel for her help again. It was invaluable.