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Saltillo
15 months ago
As Clara is my first child, I really had no preconceived idea as to how the experience would be. OK, I knew it would be by-and-large unpleasant, so I was never expecting to enjoy the experience. Plus, we moved from Toluca to Saltillo when I was 7 months pregnant, so at times it felt like we were flying by the seat of our pants.
Our obstetrician is affiliated with the Hospital Universitario (a teaching hospital for the Universidad Autonoma de Coahuila). Originally, I thought this was a private institution, and while our private insurance paid for the entire birth (minus the pediatrician) it was listed on Clara's hospital birth record as a public institution. So I'm curious if IMSS would cover the cost of a birth there. However, I have no answers on that.
We went into the hospital at 10pm (after beginning labor at 6am. I was trying to limit the amount of time I had to spend in the hospital). But at 10pm I really wanted some drugs. Unfortunately, there was not an anesthesiologist on duty that late in the day, and it took the better part of two hours to track him down. Boo.
In talking with other friends who've had babies in Mexico, it seems that mothers are not usually given the choice of a non-medicated birth (no complaints here), but that they may wait to dispense those good drugs for longer than they might in the US. However, not having ever given birth in the US, I really don't know. (And I do realize that showing up in the middle of the night is not ideal for any doctor, so maybe that experience is not universal.)
We were in the hospital for maybe 36 hours. I believe that we could have stayed longer, but my husband and I were ready to be home.
Overall, it was a positive experience. It would have been more positive without an episiotomy, but, among my conversations wtih my friends, this seems to be a common experience, too.
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We called our insurance company to see which doctors were covered under their plan. There were only 3 in the city, so we chose the one that lived closest to us. Fortunately, he was excellent (Dr. Jose Rafael Siordia Valdes).
A friend of mine is currently looking for a reputable midwife, which are difficult to come by. So far, the closest ones she has found are in Monterrey (an hour and a half away). If anyone has any leads, please contact me!
No, I loved that during every OB appointment we were able to get a 3D ultrasound (and take a copy home with us), and our doctor explained exactly what he was looking for and what he found. Furthermore, there was no billing. Just pay 400 pesos for every appointment and we were good to go! (And this included the ultrasound! If I were pregnant in the US, I may just come back to visit my doctor here a few times!)
I would more strongly request to my obstetrician that he please avoid an episiotomy unless ABSOLUTELY necessary. And if at all possible, I'd call the anesthesiologist before my obstetrician! ;)
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Check out www.dona.org for a list of doulas who could refer you to amazing midwives. The birthing position has a lot to do with the necessity of an episiotomy. Often times when birthing in a squat or on hands and knees there is no tearing. All the best,
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If you're moving to Mexico or an expat living in Mexico, understanding the Mexican healthcare system is essential. We offer an overview of the public and private healthcare systems in Mexico, health insurance for expats in Mexico, hospitals and prescription drugs.
Expats living in Mexico discuss health insurance and quality of medical care in Mexico.
Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare and health insurance for expats in Mexico.
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Read recent healthcare reports submitted for: Huatulco, Playa Del Carmen and Puerto Vallarta.
Help others moving to Mexico by answering a set of questions about health insurance, public healthcare in Mexico, prescription medicine, quality of medical care and emergency services.
An expat mom in Mexico talks about her experiences finding a doctor, at the hospital, during childbirth and more.
If you're an expat parent who had a baby abroad, write a report about your childbirth experiences to help other expecting expat parents.
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