Do you have a choice C SECTION OR NORMAL BIRTH?

Question

Just curious i live in australia and im 28 weeks pregnant and just wanted to no if you had a choice on how you delievered the baby?
I was told u did by a few people
But i wanna no for sure


Thanks.

JADE

Answer 1

nope some doctors do

Answer 2

As far as I remember my both the doctors I've had gave me an option whether I wanted a C-section or a natural birth, but that was in the state of Florida in the USA. I did go with a vaginal delivery though, I know people that have had C-sections and it took them longer to recover, or their stitches got infected.
That's just my situation though, I know there are doctors that will only perform a C-section if it's necessary or if you're first born was delivered that way, they wont take any chances by letting you deliver vaginally and then they would perform another C-section.

Answer 3

You do have a choice! You should talk with your doctor about a birthing plan which informs your doctor of what you would like to have happen while you're in labor and delivery. Most doctors encourage natural births with or without the help of pain medications unless health issues arouse that may affect the mother or the unborn child.

Answer 4

I am an American and no, I was not offered a choice. C-section is for problems and I am grateful I did not have to have one! Recovery is much longer and you have the possible complications of surgery to deal with. I can't imagine "choosing" to be cut open if I didn't have to be! My babies and I went home within 20-24 hours after delivery and I was on my feet and going strong in a few days.

Answer 5

Some doctors will give you that choice, I suppose, but most will reserve c-sections for medical reasons only. I don't know why anyone would want to choose a c-section. They are more dangerous to mommy and baby (under normal circumstances) and recovery takes a lot longer. My sister couldn't even take care of her baby for like 2 weeks after her c-section.

Answer 6

I did. I live in the US. Most times you hav a choice unless there is a problem then the doctor makes a recommendation and in emergencies it is likely you will have a c section. Check with your doctor to make sure that the birthing option you choice is appropriate for you.

Answer 7

C-sections are an option for medical reasons only. If the baby is breech, twins, or fetal distress you should get a c-section. If not natural is still the best way to go! Electing to have surgery is never smart, and it is much harder to recover from. Plus, your stomach stays a little flabbier with a c-section. I had to have both of my children c-section, and I wish I could have had them naturally.

Answer 8

even if there was a choice i wouldnt be choosing c-section
there are so many things with a c-section that just arent fun, even 6 months after
u need to read up on it

im 28wks pregnant too, and im the most excited person about having a natural vaginal birth
all that pain and suffering, it will be so worth it to meet my little boy

Answer 9

I am not totally sure if optional Cesarean is available here in Australia ask your Dr or antenatal midwife.From my experience they prefer you to have a natural birth unless there are complications & you have to have a c section.

Answer 10

Of course! Unless there is some medical reason that would prevent you from having your ideal birth....In the event you are wanting a c-section, make sure you do your research, it is MAJOR surgery and about 10% of women who have them pass away. I had one with my first and now have to have another with my twins for medical reasons, but I would not opt to have one if it wasn't medically necessary. Just food for thought.

Answer 11

well, in the state of Fla, you will have a normal vaginal birth, UNLESS there are complications and the Dr determines that a cesarean is needed to safeguard the health of the mom, baby or both, but the DR decides, not you.