to vba2c or not...

lkf041

I'm so torn between this decision.  I tried to vbac with #2 but with so many restrictions that were put on me, I ended up with a RCS.  

I would love to try a natural delivery for #3 but I feel defeated already since I wasn't able to do so for #2.  I feel a little selfish too for wanting this because my csection recoveries have been a breeze.

Anyone else feel this way or in a similar situation? 

ABMcKinney

I think that I will at least try to find a provider who is supportive of VBA2C. I had such an amazing experience with my 2nd c/s so I'm not really sure if I want to try a vaginal birth, but I at least want to be in the care of someone who will give me the option.

We will probably start TTC at the beginning of next year so I have plenty of time to decide what I want to do, but I think about it a lot!

Brownie_222

I'm glad you had smooth recoveries! Would you mind telling us more about #2...I'm just curious if you had a trial of labor or scheduled a RCS because the restrictions made you feel that was your best bet? I know that risk of c-sec complications go up with each successive surgery. VBAC also has benefits for the baby and ACOG thinks VBA2C is a good option for many women. GL with your decision!

lkf041

Brownie_222:

I'm glad you had smooth recoveries! Would you mind telling us more about #2...I'm just curious if you had a trial of labor or scheduled a RCS because the restrictions made you feel that was your best bet?I know that risk of c-sec complications go up with each successive surgery. VBAC also has benefits for the baby and ACOG thinks VBA2C is a good option for many women.GL with your decision!

With #1 I had a emergency C due to a failed NST.

With #2 I was trying to vbac but so many restrictions were put on me by my "supportive" OB, such as: must go into labor on my own by 40 weeks, no induction, and no pitocin even if I did go into labor (you get the picture).  I was due 5/17 and my OB scheduled me for a 5/18 csection.  Well I never went into labor or even dialated by 5/17 so we went ahead with the RCS.  If I was more educated on vbacs before I would have switched practices.  I've never dialated or had a contraction with #1 so technically I should have been considered a "first time" mom and been allowed to go to at least 41 weeks if not longer.  

I'll be going to a local ican meeting next month, I'm thinking that will help me with my decision.  And I did read the ACOG, the hard part is finding a doc who will allow a vba2c.

Brownie_222

ICAN and a local doula were both instrumental in helping me identify supportive providers! I'm so sorry your OB restricted you to the point of preventing a VBAC with your second. Best of luck finding someone for your VBA2C!

jakemsmom

everything ive neen told and read about with vbac's have been it is dangerous for you to get induced or use potocin  it can cause a lot of issues for you or/and baby!

bensbabe

jakemsmom:

everything ive neen told and read about with vbac's have been it is dangerous for you to get induced or use potocin  it can cause a lot of issues for you or/and baby!

 

This is not necessarily true. This was not what OP was asking anyway. Not very fair of you to interject "information" the OP doesn't necessarily want right now.

OP: I hope you have luck finding a VBA2C OB! Definitely try your local ICAN group!! Sorry your last OB was putting so many restrictions on you, but I hope this can work out for you.

iris427

jakemsmom:

everything ive neen told and read about with vbac's have been it is dangerous for you to get induced or use potocin  it can cause a lot of issues for you or/and baby!

There are multiple studies showing that Pitocin can be safely used in VBAC moms. 

iris427

OP, I don't think there's anything selfish about wanting a VBAC.  I think you should look around for a doctor/midwife in your area that does VBA2C and talk to them.  You don't have to make the decision yet but if you know your options, you will better be able to decide what is right for you.

GL