If you've attempted VBAC

CalMum_Momma

Talk to me about how it went! I am getting nervous. I know the risks are low. I am not backing out. I really want this, but I also want to know as much as I can before going in. Were there signs that you knew it was either going to be successful or not? Things you would have done differently, if you had it to do over?

MAprincess

I was afraid that I wouldn't be successful the entire pregnancy.  My midwife was great about reassuring me that thiswas going to happen, or if it didn't, it would be because a c/s was necessary.

Ultimately, I hit the 41 week mark and the hospital would not allow me to wait any longer.  I had the option of a RCS or induction.  I chose induction and am so glad I did- obviously because I was able to VBAC and avoid surgery.  During actual labor and delivery, the thoughts of things that could go wrong didn't really cross my mind.  I was in the hospital with medical staff everywhere and knew I was being taken care of.

When the time to push actually came, I remember saying, "Wow, so this is actually going to happen this way!"  So, I guess maybe in the back of my mind I was already preparing to be let down;-)

I wouldn't have done anything differently, I don't think.  I put a lot of time and effort picking a provider who would be supportive and felt like everything went as it should have.

CalMum_Momma

My provider is very supportive, although they will not do an induction. It increases the risk too much, and I am ok with that. I think I too am prepared for this to be unsuccessful. I really hope it all works out though!

MAprincess

CalMum_Momma:

My provider is very supportive, although they will not do an induction. It increases the risk too much, and I am ok with that. I think I too am prepared for this to be unsuccessful. I really hope it all works out though!

Just so you know, a pit induction minimally increases the already minute risk.  It is the cervadil that really increases the risk (which is why they don't use that on VBACs).  Unfortunately, most providers don't bother with the research on it these days.  But it sounds like your provider is on the right track otherwise!  I wouldn't wish an induction on anyone anyway.  It is unpleasant but got the job done:-)  Still way better than a c/s.

We'll be hoping you go on your own before that point!

DreamsBride411

I'm right there with ya, Cal. I'm so nervous this isn't going to happen. And my doc isn't for any induction methods either, which I'm actually happy about. Bettr safe than sorry!  

bugabean

I didn't know I was going to be successful until my midwife said, "push whenever you're ready." I wouldn't change anything.

MrsJordanalmond

my vbac attempt was not successful, and unlike lot's of the previous posters, i was not prepared to fail, so it was a disappointment.  i pushed for 4+ hours, but the baby was in the posterior position (sunny side up).

anyway, i think the only thing i would have done differently, and it has nothing to do with my vbac status, would have been to ask for more time to allow my baby to flip.  he was fine, and i was fine, so there really wasn't a reason for the doc to pressure me into a cs.   maybe i could have rested for an hour, done some downward dog moves to encourage turning. whatevs ... it's over now, but i should have asked for more time.

good luck! 

 

nicoleanderic

I had worked previously as an L&D nurse so I knew all of the bad things that could happen with a VBAC so I was VERY anxious during my whole pregnancy.  My first c-section was due to a failed external version with my breach baby, so I knew that actually was a "good" thing because it wasn't due to dilatation stalling, problems during pushing, etc.  I got to 39 weeks 5 days with DS#2 and still had not gone into labor myself but was 2-3cm/80/-1.  My MD had me come in to the hospital at 40weeks, broke my water and I had my baby vaginally 5 hours later!  It was perfect and worth all of the anxiety!  Good luck!