I am a mother of three; I babygirl in in heaven now being the angel that I always knew she was. Now, I only have my two boys with me. I had been thinking about having another child but, after I had my daughter, I felt my family was complete and I got my tubes tied at the age of 22. Now I long to have another child. I have already had 3 c-sections and I have a condition called endometriosis which can cause infertility. I want the reversal surgery so I can be able to have more children and then there is the risk of chancing another c-section. If anybody out there has any experiences like the one I'm longing to experience please let me know. I've read that a vaginal birth can be tried after multiple c-sections but, alot of risks go along with that. I need info on reversal surgeries and having multiple c-sections please! Thank you all in advance!
2006-10-23 06:50:18 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Trying to Conceive
I myself have never had a C-section but an aquaintance of mine has 8 children ranging in age from 20- 2 and has had C-sections for all of her children. My best friend's mother had 7 children and had 7 C-sections. My best friend has had 3 C-sections. I have heard that once you have one that sometimes it is better to continue to have them. But after having the 3 C-sections my friend gave birth to two other children vaginally. It must be safe because they are all healthy and recovered nicely after each one.
2006-10-23 06:55:22 · answer #1 · answered by mizzladyariel 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A repeat cesarean is defined as a cesarean surgery done after a woman has had a prior cesarean birth.
There has been a lot of recent discussion of how many cesareans a woman should have. One recent study aimed to find out if there were added risks associated with the repeat cesarean found that after four or more cesareans there tended to be dense adhesions to deal with. Babies tend to be at an increased risk for breathing difficulties than their vaginally born counterparts.
Basically the answer has been that four or more cesarean do not create more of a risk for mother. There is some question about the incidence of complications for the baby, but these were found to be related to prematurity rather than the actual surgery.
10 Reasons to Choose VBAC
Many women are choosing to try a vaginal birth these days and the literature is very supportive of this decision. Most studies and facilities are finding that over 80% of mothers who have had a previous cesarean birth are safely and successfully having a vaginal birth with subsequent pregnancies. Here are some reasons that you may wish to consider a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) or you might have some of your own to add!
* VBAC is usually safer for mom and baby.
* VBAC reduces the risks of infection to the mother.
* Labor is good for babies in most cases.
* Not having surgery makes mom's recovery easier.
* VBAC reduces the risks of respiratory problems in babies.
* VBAC involves a shorter hospital stay.
* More than 80% of women will be able to have a vaginal birth after a previous cesarean.
* Breastfeeding is easier after a vaginal birth. * Usually for a variety of reasons, including faster and more direct access to your baby and less postpartum pain for mom.
* VBAC can help prevent injury to your internal organs, like your bladder, intestines, or even the need for an emergency hysterectomy.
* VBAC is less expensive.
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Good luck.
2006-10-23 13:59:34 · answer #2 · answered by Miriam Z 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
After already having multiple c-sections, it would be very risky to have a vaginal birth.
I don't think another c-section would be that dangerous. Talk to your doctor about it. I'm sure he/she could tell you all the risks and things that go along with it and then you could make your decision from there. Good luck and God bless.
2006-10-23 13:54:34 · answer #3 · answered by CelebrateMeHome 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I know this is not what you want to hear. But the conditions you are describing makes me think you would be putting yourself in danger to attempt another pregnancy and birth. Maybe you should consider adopting yourself a little girl!
2006-10-23 14:03:20 · answer #4 · answered by mommyem 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
99% of women who have C-sections are capable of having vaginal births after cesearean. Chew on that.
2006-10-23 14:58:25 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋