Question from a lurker

mlamping

Hello,

I am 7 weeks pregnant and next week I go in for my first OBGYN visit. This is my second. My first was a CS due to low fluid. I am planning to do a repeated CS, and I am wondering can I doctor tell me no? My last OBGYN was not happy I had a CS and yelled at me day before the procedure.

 

I want to push for repeated CS and I am afraid the docs will say no. What is your experience?

 

thanks very much.

mben1119

Who did your c-section if your OB was mad you got one? Did you need one or opt for one?

Of course you have a choice in the matter, but why not VBAC if you're a candidate.

mlamping

The doc on call did it. I am just more comfortable with a c section.

mben1119

mlamping:

The doc on call did it. I am just more comfortable with a c section.

Gotcha. I understand where your OB's coming from, then. I had an unscheduled c-section, and can't ever imagine being "more comfortable" with being sliced open.

JSabs09

Hi, I would go to a doctor that I was comfortable with and supported me in the decision that I was making. It is not unreasonable to want a repeat c section. It sounds like you had one to begin with due to a medical reason and the doctor on call supported that option. I don't understand why anyone would comment negatively to you regarding your choice in regards to your delivery. I would find a doctor you feel comfortable with.

mlamping

I agree. I will aim for than. thanks very much. 

biblionerd

I'm confused... your OB yelled at you for getting the c/s the day before you did it?? Or is that a typo? Did your OB not want to do it and you went to another OB to have it done? 

It's your body and your decision. There are risks to c/s and vbac and if you are dead set on one decision then you need to find an OB to support you. I personally think it's absurd that people who push their OBs for VBACs even when their OBs don't support them are saints and SOOOOO super duper strong. But when you decide you are more comfortable with a RCS you are "taking surgery lightly".

biblionerd

mabenner1:

mlamping:

The doc on call did it. I am just more comfortable with a c section.

Gotcha. I understand where your OB's coming from, then. I had an unscheduled c-section, and can't ever imagine being "more comfortable" with being sliced open.

You can't imagine someone else (because this is OPs body, not yours after all) being more comfortable with choosing a RCS over a VBAC? Do you think everyone should VBAC no matter what? I'm legitimately asking. I understand that many people are more comfortable with a VBAC, but do you not think a woman should have the right to feel more comfortable taking on RCS risks as opposed to VBAC risks? 

Sherrita82

JSabs09:

Hi, I would go to a doctor that I was comfortable with and supported me in the decision that I was making. It is not unreasonable to want a repeat c section. It sounds like you had one to begin with due to a medical reason and the doctor on call supported that option. I don't understand why anyone would comment negatively to you regarding your choice in regards to your delivery. I would find a doctor you feel comfortable with.

This.

mben1119

biblionerd:

mabenner1:

mlamping:

The doc on call did it. I am just more comfortable with a c section.

Gotcha. I understand where your OB's coming from, then. I had an unscheduled c-section, and can't ever imagine being "more comfortable" with being sliced open.

You can't imagine someone else (because this is OPs body, not yours after all) being more comfortable with choosing a RCS over a VBAC? Do you think everyone should VBAC no matter what? I'm legitimately asking. I understand that many people are more comfortable with a VBAC, but do you not think a woman should have the right to feel more comfortable taking on RCS risks as opposed to VBAC risks? 

I think that if someone can vbac, it doesn't make sense to undergo surgery. That's just me and my opinion though.

mlamping

Sorry to not be clear. My dd at 39 weeks stopped moving. I went to L&D and they watched me and the baby. They offered me a choice, C section or a induction. I choose the c section. After DD came out they told me I made the right choice, since her fluid was very low and she wound not have made it thru an induction. 

My ob called me that night and was telling how she thinks I made the wrong decision and I chose at that time to have another doc do the procedure. Since then she has appologized and is not my doc any longer.

This time I am hoping for a repeated c section, since I think it is a better option for me.  I will look a for  doc that support this. Thanks again and sorry if I caused a problem. I read that a lot of doc now think repeated c section is in a lot of cases safer for mom and baby than a VBAC. 

rockyrollgirl

It is entirely your decision. I am glad you are looking for a different doctor. If we decide to have another child, I will be getting a repeat c-section due to the complications I had with the first one.

Courtimilk

You are more likely going to have an easier time pushing for an RCS than a VBAC.

RizziB

Wow.  I'm sorry about the experience you had with your previous OB!  I also had a CS due to extremely low amniotic fluid and found out during a routine appointment.  I was just under 40 weeks and had no signs of labor so my OB (and the OB on call) recommended that I have a CS instead of induction.  They were concerned that my baby might not take the stress of an induction well.  

I am currently scheduled for a RCS even though my OB thought I could try for VBAC.  I've consulted with her and the OB that did my previous CS and both were supportive of the RCS option.  

If you want a RCS, I don't think you'd have a hard time finding an OB that supports it.  Also, I don't think there's anything wrong with feeling more comfortable having an RCS.  To me, it seems natural to feel more comfortable with what you know.   

mysticl

I doubt you will have to "push" for a repeat CS.  Many hospitals will require you to have one.  

 Since you are still early in the pregnancy a doctor may tell you that they do not feel it is the best option for you and are not comfortable with it giving you time to find a new doctor.  However, I sincerely doubt you will have much difficulty finding one willing to do it. 

notkateanymore

Courtimilk:

You are more likely going to have an easier time pushing for an RCS than a VBAC.

This. My new OB was totally comfortable with my choosing a RCS. I have no desire to try for a VBAC. 

knottie3c0525a8a3c64eaa

mabenner1:

mlamping:

The doc on call did it. I am just more comfortable with a c section.

Gotcha. I understand where your OB's coming from, then. I had an unscheduled c-section, and can't ever imagine being "more comfortable" with being sliced open.

That is just obnoxious. I wouldn't feel comfortable with a vaginal birth after what I went through with my first and ended up having an emergency c section. Recovery was a breeze and yes, I got sliced opened but would do it all over again if it means I will have a healthy baby in my hands. By the way, csection is not the only way of getting sliced when you're giving birth so another reason why I will gladly opt for a csection again this time.

knottie3c0525a8a3c64eaa

mabenner1:

mlamping:

The doc on call did it. I am just more comfortable with a c section.

Gotcha. I understand where your OB's coming from, then. I had an unscheduled c-section, and can't ever imagine being "more comfortable" with being sliced open.

That is just obnoxious. I wouldn't feel comfortable with a vaginal birth after what I went through with my first and ended up having an emergency c section. Recovery was a breeze and yes, I got sliced opened but would do it all over again if it means I will have a healthy baby in my hands. By the way, csection is not the only way of getting sliced when you're giving birth so another reason why I will gladly opt for a csection again this time.

knottie3c0525a8a3c64eaa

mabenner1:

mlamping:

The doc on call did it. I am just more comfortable with a c section.

Gotcha. I understand where your OB's coming from, then. I had an unscheduled c-section, and can't ever imagine being "more comfortable" with being sliced open.

That is just obnoxious. I wouldn't feel comfortable with a vaginal birth after what I went through with my first and ended up having an emergency c section. Recovery was a breeze and yes, I got sliced opened but would do it all over again if it means I will have a healthy baby in my hands. By the way, csection is not the only way of getting sliced when you're giving birth so another reason why I will gladly opt for a csection again this time.