- Pregnancy
- Baby & Toddler
- Parents
- Getting Pregnant
- Baby Names
- Product Reviews
-
Registry
- Community
-
More
Want a personalized experience?
Download the free app
VBAC
generally, how strict is the 12 month rule?
in VBAC
As soon as dd was born, I started asking about a vbac for my next lo. I was actually still on the operating table when I asked the dr. what I needed to do to get a vbac next time. I was told that his practice would not even concider a patiend for a vbac unless they waited a minimum of 12 months between pregnancies. The plan has always been to wait until dd turns 1 and then start ttc for #2. About a month before her b-day we got a suprise bfp! I am planning to switch practices for many reasons in addition to this but I just got the bfp yesterday so I haven't really looked into it yet. I'm just wondering if everyone is as strict as my old ob is on the 12 month rule. I would hate to miss out on my vbac because of one stupid month!
This discussion has been closed.
Re: generally, how strict is the 12 month rule?
There are some posters on here who have had or are trying for a VBAC with a smaller gap between pregnancies, so it definitely depends on your provider. You should call your doctor and see if he'll be willing to support you in a VBAC since you are pretty close to the 12 month mark. If he's not, look around for someone else.
GL.
Well, it depends on the practitioner - and I'm glad you're switching! I had a VBAC with 13 months between births. My OB said that while they would advise 18 months between pregnancies if asked, there is simply not enough evidence to say that a smaller spacing than that makes it unsafe.
It's going to come down to the comfort level of the doctor (which annoys me, but it's reality). I hope you're able to find someone who will work with you!
This! My doctor told me the same, 18 months is "ideal" between deliveries for him, but he would be comfortable with anything past 12 months. Hopefully you can find someone who is supportive of you. Oh and congrats on the BFP!
That's exactly what my doctor said, too. My deliveries will be about 18 months apart.
OP are you sure your doctor said 12 months between pregnancies or 12 months between births? Your births will be about 20 months apart right? I've heard at least 18 months between births is ideal for VBAC so it seems like you should be fine as long as you can find a provider willing to work with you.
GL