There are so many reasons that come up for pregnant women who would like to have a vaginal birth after a cesarean … having a breech baby is just one of them. We live during a time when modern maternity care is available. Imagine if there was not even an...
Pregnant with twins or triplets and wanting a VBAC? In reality, if you’re pregnant with quads are more kids then the concept of VBAC is probably out of your reach. But if you can find an obstetrician willing to give it a go then go for it. Certainly, it may be...
You are a candidate for a VBAC if … you’re pregnant had a previous Cesarean. These are the only two criteria. Seriously these are the only two criteria. There’s another aspect you might be considering which is the pros and cons of having a vaginal...
There’s a conflict of interest between the medical profession and women’s choices when those choices seem to fly in the face of medical rationality and lack of experience by obstetricians. We have to think this through together. Making a choice to go...
Ruptured Uterus … scary thought. Could anything be more frightening? Sure. There are a zillion ways to die or be injured, a ruptured uterus is just one of them. In fact, having a ruptured uterus is very low on LIfe’s risk factors. You or your baby are more...
Your personal circumstances should determine whether you try for a VBAC. Always keep in mind that you got pregnant to have a baby not a vaginal birth or a surgical one. The reasons for having your previous Cesarean are as varied as the reasons why you would want to... 