What are the chances I will have a vaginal birth??

Question

I had a c-section with my first child,because I wouldn't dialate past a 3,what are the chances I can have a vaginal birth this time??How many of you have had this happen to you??? I know they recommend you have a c-section again,and that is why they schedule the c-section a week before your due date.

Answer 1

I had the same problem! I only dialted to a 4 in 22 hrs with my first...and I didn't have any more luck with my second...I never dialted past a 1 in 17 hrs. I wanted a c-section agian but we were stationed in germany and the germans don't like to do them so I had to try...anyway I recommend you schedule a c-section agian...to me its not worth the risks of a VBAC plus your going through all that pain agian for nothing...and don't worry the second c-section was so much easier I didn't have near the pain. I did alot more moving and stuff the second time around! good luck!

Answer 2

As long as you stay healthy and keep a positive out look, things should work out. V-bacs are becoming a lot more common. I have a friend who had a c-section with her first, and went on to have 4 vaginal births after. Just talk to the doc and tell him of your wishes so he does not assume you want or need another.

Answer 3

you need to find a doctor that is willing to do a VBAC (vaginal birth after c-section) many doctors won't because they "say" there is an increased risk but i think it's because scheduled births are easier on them, but this isn't about them it's about you.

Answer 4

VBAC's are becoming increasingly popular, as women are realising they don't HAVE to have another caesarean. It is not necessary. Talk to your doctor about having a VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean) and let him/her know how you are committed to making this work. Many hospitas also have groups for women who are preparing to have a VBAC so contact them and get educated so you're ready for it!