When my first son Neil was born at Southmead Bristol he was just over two weeks over due then it was discovered that he was distressed and when he was born after 20 hours he had a convulsion and had to be sedated and taken to the intensive care. He had a 50/50 chance. Now he is older we suspect that his birth most probably have contributed to his autism. There is no way he could have been sent home even 6 days would have been too soon for him. On the otherhand I could have been sent home after 4 days with my other son and that was considered a short confinement then but had the option of an extra day or two which I did.

Some mums want to get out of hospital as soon as possible but I think the same day is a bit too soon. Apart from the health side which is important for mums and their babies it is a good idea to have peace of mind for a while and stay away from worries, family problems and bills at home.