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Luvbug
LIF Infant
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LB
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C-Section or Vbac?
Those who are pregnant again and had a c-section the first time are you planning on having a c-section again or are you going to try v-bac?
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Posted 6/15/12 10:31 AM  |
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Mama2Max
LIF Infant
Member since 3/12 228 total posts
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Jes
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
This is a personal choice - but I have no doubts that I will try for a vbac.
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| Posted 6/15/12 10:54 AM |
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FLS2011
LIF Infant
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I have opted for another c-section.
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| Posted 6/15/12 11:06 AM |
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TheDivineMrsM
2 girls 4 me!
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
VBAC, absolutely.
When I woke up from anesthesia in the recovery room, the second question I asked was if I was a VBAC candidate.
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| Posted 6/15/12 11:46 AM |
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
Being I will only be 16 months past,my firs c/s, I'm pretty sure it will have to be another c/s.
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| Posted 6/15/12 12:10 PM |
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Linda1003
love my 2 boys
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Linda
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
c-section again. for me.
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| Posted 6/15/12 12:25 PM |
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KartveliT
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I chose CS the first time and doing the same this time.
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| Posted 6/15/12 12:50 PM |
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Kelly9904
Mommy to 2 amazing little boys
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Kelly
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I am not pregnant but I had 2 cs. Overall I am not the best candidate for vbac because they generally want smaller sized babies (like 7or 8lbs) My kids were both nearly 10lbs at birth.
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| Posted 6/15/12 1:07 PM |
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spa118
LIF Adult
Member since 3/09 2157 total posts
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Shari
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I would actually love a scheduled C-section. I was in the hospital for 2 days before having my c-section with DD, and really don't want to go through that again. MY Dr. said he really thinks I should try for a vbac, but he'll schedule a c-section at 39 weeks. If I go into labor before that, we'll see if it happens naturally, but if there are any complications at all, I'm going straight for a c-section. I really don't want to be in labor for 2 days again just to end up with a c-section.
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| Posted 6/15/12 1:27 PM |
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phoenix913
LIF Adult
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
When the time comes I'm pretty sure I'll go for the scheduled c-section. I don't think I can handle the possibility of being in labor and having it end in a section anyway. I feel like I'd rather be prepared, calm and ready to go.
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| Posted 6/15/12 1:32 PM |
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jellybean78
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
Posted by phoenix913
When the time comes I'm pretty sure I'll go for the scheduled c-section. I don't think I can handle the possibility of being in labor and having it end in a section anyway. I feel like I'd rather be prepared, calm and ready to go.
This is how I feel too although when I actually do get pregnant again I may change my mind. However right now I am leaning more towards another c-section. I had a great experience with my first one.
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| Posted 6/15/12 1:39 PM |
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lucamon
LIF Adult
Member since 6/09 1133 total posts
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Samantha
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
My DS was delivered via c-section 2 years ago. I am going for a vbac thsi pregnancy even though my dr told me the reason for the first c-section is because my pelvis is too narrow. This baby is already measuring bigger than DS but I'm hoping the growth sono is off. And I hope he/ she has a smaller head.
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| Posted 6/15/12 1:51 PM |
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Tinyswife
My family is complete
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Cathleen
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
For me I will choose C-section. I have since had major back surgery and I have been told that a vaginal delivery can cause me problems. I also had a close family friend rupture during a v-bac. But I would love the chance to be able to labor. Somethings are just out of my hands.
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FlowerWife
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
vbac as long as i can find a provider who will let me. absolutely NO question about it.
IMO (and only MO  ) id rather let nature take its course as much as possible and limit as many interventions as possible. i feel that c-sections do not let your body process the end of pregnancy (ie oxytocin release) properly and it messes with the body's natural chemistry which can cause milk supply/nursing issues and increased post partum depression, as well as unnecessary separation from the baby at critical bonding moments right after birth.
my first delivery was a train wreck emergency c-section at 33w due to pre-eclampsia/HELLP syndrome and im hoping a future vbac can heal some of those emotional wounds.
if i do end up needing another c-section in the future, i do at least want to make it as family and baby centered as possible.
Message edited 6/15/2012 5:36:53 PM.
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| Posted 6/15/12 5:34 PM |
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BeachGal
LIF Adult
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I was given the option to vbac but I am going for another c section. My first labor was easy because I never pushed (induction) but never got to 10 cm. my c section was a complete horror show and my doctor told me that a scheduled c will go smoother. I am a little sad about missing the traditional birth experience but if my next c section goes well I will be 100% satisfied with my decision.
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| Posted 6/15/12 5:48 PM |
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Diana1215
Living on a prayer!!!
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I am going on my third c-section on Monday. I would def. not be a candidate for a vbac.
My first son was 10lbs.
My second son was 9lbs.
This baby is estimated to be at least 9lbs.
I have not dilated a single centimeter with any of my pregnancies.
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| Posted 6/15/12 6:35 PM |
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diggity10
I love my little brother
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Danielle
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
My first ds was a c-section because he was breech. My obgyn said I could try a VBAC but I scheduled a c-section. If I do happen to go into labor beforehand I may try it. I keep having second thoughts.
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| Posted 6/15/12 9:06 PM |
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MrsS2005
Mom of 3
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B
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I have a scheduled c-section date at 39.5 weeks, but if I go into labor on my own before then, I'll see how things progress.
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| Posted 6/15/12 9:06 PM |
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CunningOne
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
Was able to vbac with #2.
With #3, I was set all along to have a v-birth again. However, around 37 weeks, my blood pressure was still high, even on meds, and then I had protein in my urine. I couldn't be induced because of the prior c/s (even though it was 8 years ago), so I had another c/s.
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| Posted 6/15/12 10:21 PM |
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ModDot
PUMPKIN ALL THE THINGS
Member since 8/11 2196 total posts
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Trissy
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
Posted by Luvbug
Those who are pregnant again and had a c-section the first time are you planning on having a c-section again or are you going to try v-bac?
Ca n I ask a question on top of this? Is there a new way of doing a C-section where you CAN opt for a v-bac? I seem to remember someone telling me that if they do it in a certain way you can have the choice, but I remember back in the day when my mom had one you didn't. If you had a C-section once, you had to have it again.
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| Posted 6/15/12 10:23 PM |
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katiebug
I'll love you for always
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
Posted by retrochick
Posted by Luvbug
Those who are pregnant again and had a c-section the first time are you planning on having a c-section again or are you going to try v-bac?
Ca n I ask a question on top of this? Is there a new way of doing a C-section where you CAN opt for a v-bac? I seem to remember someone telling me that if they do it in a certain way you can have the choice, but I remember back in the day when my mom had one you didn't. If you had a C-section once, you had to have it again.
It is how they do the incision that makes a difference. Back when our mother's were giving birth they would do a vertical incision much of the time, and those are the incisions that have a much higher risk of uterine rupture as opposed to now, where most of the time is a horizontal incision.
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| Posted 6/16/12 12:08 AM |
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Bliss
LIF Infant
Member since 7/05 58 total posts
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
I had natural childbirth (no meds) with DS and then DD was breech so she was a c-section. For baby #3 they have given me the option of a vbac since DS was a vag delivery. I am 5.5 months and haven't decided what to do yet, I am leaning towards trying the vbac but want the best, safest option for baby so we will see how things progress and her size etc.
Just to put it out there, I had both extremes of birth experiences and both were amazing and life changing. And I bonded with both kids the same, there was really no difference in the feelings that I had after the births. I have some friends who had c/s babies that said that helped them feel better, that they didnt "miss out" on anything or that the bonding w. baby is any different either way.
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| Posted 6/17/12 11:03 PM |
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LIGirl83
LIF Infant
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
i am not sure if I will have a choice, but if I do. I am really considering a c section. I dont want to go through labor. even though its my first pregnancy and I dont know the difference. but from all the stories i hear from so many moms, I think I rather do c section. It seems to be a much more calming process. yes its painful for 2-3 more days after but then again labor is painful also and sometimes complications occur. so we'll see I guess
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| Posted 6/18/12 8:31 AM |
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Luvbug
LIF Infant
Member since 3/11 184 total posts
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LB
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
Thanks for all of your responses! I have a c-section scheduled but latley i have been thinking of a v-bac. My first labor i never progressed and after 36 hours of labor I had to have a c/s. I really would like to avoid that again which is why I am leaning towards a c/s again.
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| Posted 6/18/12 9:47 AM |
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TheDivineMrsM
2 girls 4 me!
Member since 8/08 7878 total posts
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Mama mama mama....
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Re: C-Section or Vbac?
Posted by Luvbug
Thanks for all of your responses! I have a c-section scheduled but latley i have been thinking of a v-bac. My first labor i never progressed and after 36 hours of labor I had to have a c/s. I really would like to avoid that again which is why I am leaning towards a c/s again.
A lot depends on the circumstances of why you didn't progress. Keep in mind that every pregnancy, labor, and birth are new adventures.
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