natural birth after c section?

pigletpoo · Apr 16th, 2009, 11:50 AM

Does anyone know if its possible, or how hard it can be, to have a natural birth after a c section?
I had one through choice with my last pregnancy. But I was thinking of trying to go natural this time, seen as i have a little boy and want to be out of hosp asap.
Any ideas?
Piglet x

Mumof42009 · Apr 16th, 2009, 11:53 AM

You can chose to have a vbac as long as you doc thinks its safe for you to, when you go to mw speak to her about it xx

Eternal · Apr 16th, 2009, 11:53 AM

its called VBAC - vaginal birth after c section, it is possible but not sure if it has any extra complications! this is my first pregnancy, thats just what i have picked up on!

mrso · Apr 16th, 2009, 12:05 PM

It depends on where you live too. I live in Wyoming USA and no doctor in my state will do it due to malpractice insurance restrictions.

A complication that can occur is damage or retearing of the scar tissue from the c-section. Talk with your doctor and see if they are willing to do it and what the pros/cons are.

janie0 · Apr 16th, 2009, 12:07 PM

I had an emergency c section with DS after a long & intense labour. I would prefer VBAC, but I would have to leave home at 36 weeks (latest date to fly) to be cared for in another hospital. I hear that VBAC can be a very rewarding & successful experience.

happymummy · Apr 16th, 2009, 12:10 PM

Hi Pigletpoo

I managed it and was so proud of myself! My first was born by emergency c section after a 21hr labour. I chose to go for a VBAC second time and it worked. They monitired me more closely, they put a sucker on the babys head while he was inside to continually monitor his heartbeat and I had a midwife stay the whole time but it is possible. I think it depends on how your pregnancy goes and if there are any added risks like lots of weight gain etc.

Most drs I saw said they'd be prepared to let you try but at the first sign of toruble you'd be down to theatre for a section. I am going to go for a planned c section this time. I ahve had both and would prefer a section I think!

ColtonsMom · Apr 16th, 2009, 12:36 PM

I only have one little boy, but I am going to ask about a VBAC when we are ready for our next. I had an emergency csection after 22.5 hours of labor because my son was too big to fit into my birth canal. I'm hoping my next will be smaller and I will be able to deliver them, so crossing my fingers!!

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pigletpoo Mum (Mom) Active BnB Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 34	natural birth after c section? Does anyone know if its possible, or how hard it can be, to have a natural birth after a c section? I had one through choice with my last pregnancy. But I was thinking of trying to go natural this time, seen as i have a little boy and want to be out of hosp asap. Any ideas? Piglet x

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Mumof42009 Mum (Mom) BnB Addict Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Somewhere over the rainbow Posts: 3,668	You can chose to have a vbac as long as you doc thinks its safe for you to, when you go to mw speak to her about it xx

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Eternal Mum (Mom) BnB Addict Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Swansea, Wales Posts: 6,624	its called VBAC - vaginal birth after c section, it is possible but not sure if it has any extra complications! this is my first pregnancy, thats just what i have picked up on!

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mrso Mum (Mom) Chat Happy BnB Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: WY Posts: 1,406	It depends on where you live too. I live in Wyoming USA and no doctor in my state will do it due to malpractice insurance restrictions. A complication that can occur is damage or retearing of the scar tissue from the c-section. Talk with your doctor and see if they are willing to do it and what the pros/cons are.

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janie0 Mum (Mom) Active BnB Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 297	I had an emergency c section with DS after a long & intense labour. I would prefer VBAC, but I would have to leave home at 36 weeks (latest date to fly) to be cared for in another hospital. I hear that VBAC can be a very rewarding & successful experience.

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happymummy Mum (Mom) Active BnB Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Wales Posts: 70	Hi Pigletpoo I managed it and was so proud of myself! My first was born by emergency c section after a 21hr labour. I chose to go for a VBAC second time and it worked. They monitired me more closely, they put a sucker on the babys head while he was inside to continually monitor his heartbeat and I had a midwife stay the whole time but it is possible. I think it depends on how your pregnancy goes and if there are any added risks like lots of weight gain etc. Most drs I saw said they'd be prepared to let you try but at the first sign of toruble you'd be down to theatre for a section. I am going to go for a planned c section this time. I ahve had both and would prefer a section I think!

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ColtonsMom Mum (Mom) BnB Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Tennessee, USA Posts: 2,651	I only have one little boy, but I am going to ask about a VBAC when we are ready for our next. I had an emergency csection after 22.5 hours of labor because my son was too big to fit into my birth canal. I'm hoping my next will be smaller and I will be able to deliver them, so crossing my fingers!!

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