Breech VBAC Delivery?

beckynick04

Anyone had a breech vbac delivery?

My first c/s was because ds was transverse breech, discovered at 36 weeks.  c/s was scheduled for 39 w 3 d but my water broke at 39 weeks and they did the c/s then.  Overall recovery was pretty easy but I knew right away that I would vbac.

Fast forward to this pregnancy, baby is breech again.  Started getting nervous/more proactive about it at 29 weeks.  One month later baby hasn't shifted - I can still feel her head in my ribs.  I've been seeing a chiropractor 2-3 times per week, moxibustion, inversions, hands and knees rocking, visualization and am going to start swimming.

I know she technically has room to flip up until 36 weeks, which is the time they've given me before discussing a version or repeat c/s. Obviously, I'd like to avoid both.  My doula and chiropractor suggested a consultation with a doctor at a hospital about an hour away who specializes in vbac and breech delivery.  My current hospital will not allow a breech vbac.

Anyone done this before?  Know anyone who has?  As far as I can tell, baby would still have to be in a favorable position, butt down and legs up. 

cwifekmom

I know my doctor does breech VBACs so while I dont know anyone personally that has had one, I find comfort knowing he is prepared.  I would talk to the doctor who specializes in them to get more advice.

iris427

My OB does VBAC and he does breech vaginal births so I'm guessing he would be OK with both at once.  I'd look for a supportive OB or midwife--GL

Luv4Minnesota

I don't know any information to answer your question.  But, I wanted to say that I have a friend whose baby was breech, switched to head-down and that little stinker went back to breech the day she went into labor.  So although her story wasn't a happy ending your baby can still turn after 36 weeks. 

A37licia

I haven't had one but would absolutely do it if I had the opportunity. I think it's fantastic that you have an option for it. Being a VBAC really doesn't matter, imo.

ShansBride

My c/s was for a breech baby as well and that is always one of my fears.  I talked to my midwives about it and they will deliver breech VBAC as long as the butt is down (not feet).

I would probably talk to the breech VBAC doctor, but even if you decide you don't want to do that, you don't have to schedule the c/s.  I know of a girl whose baby went from breech to head down during labor so it is totally possible!