VBAC or another C-section

Is VBAC worth it? I had an emergency c section the first time after being in labour for a while. Should I just have another c section or should I try vaginal birth?

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That is completely up to you! I personally went for an elective c-section the second time and had a wonderful experience. They were trying to push me toward VBAC which I didn’t want, but I have two friends who did and successfully delivered vaginally (albeit one with a really bad tear)

I just don’t want to deal with the recovery again as it was hell but now it would be even worse with a toddler. So I’ll always give a VBAC a go, but if you don’t mind and have a support network around you - elective might be the choice for you. Only you know your personal situation

Its completely up to you. You can have an epidural and go labour not in pain and they should reduce it enough to feel pressure without pain. Like with everything there are risks. Youd have to inform your first born they cant be picked up by you if you have another c section. Only baby can be picked up. If you do that hopefully it will make the change a bit easier

I've opted for a csection after an emergency one last time. I just don't want to risk going through what I did last time to be cut open again. They said my individual chances of a successful VBAC was just over 50% which is lower than normal and makes me feel more comfortable with my decision

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