Filed in archive Pregnancy by Melissa Petri on February 23, 2006

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After 3 days of (induced) labor, I finally had an emergency C-section. My first child's birth was a nightmare.

My husband remembers it vividly whereas my recollection of what happened is a little bit hazy, thanks to epidural and later, the general anesthesia which knocked me out completely.

For my second pregnancy, I thought that I was sure that I wanted to have a planned repeat C-section but lately, I have been having second thoughts.

Things to Consider When Choosing Between VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) and Repeat C-Section has been plaguing my mind lately. I didn't really have any problems recovering after my previous C-section so I thought that another C-section would be a breeze. But then again, VBAC (as they have argued) is safer for both mother and child. Hmmm...

If you were in my situation, which would you choose? Why?

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Response from: Megan (02/23/06 10:52pm)

I had an unplanned c-section with my first, and chose to have a c-section with my second. Biggest factor was fear. Although there is only a small chance of placental tearing or the like, it freaked me out. Also, my hospital requires a lengthy liabilily waiver for VBAC that basically scared the hell out of me. I too had recovered easily from my first c-section, and if anything it was even easier for my second. I am now pregnant with my third, and looking forward to another easy c-section delivery. Good luck -- i think it is a very personal decision.

Response from: Gloria (02/24/06 5:07am)

like you i was also induced for labor but only for 12 hours before the doctor decided on a c-section. though it was unplanned, if ever i will have a second child, i would go for c-section again.
some women are not capable of dilating i guess, even if they induce you for days (!)

if dilation (enough to lead to a normal delivery) was impossible the first time, i think the possibility of dilating fully the next delivery is remote. I believe there are women simply not built for a vaginal birth.

besides after all the horrible labor stories I've heard, I feel lucky i didn't have to undergo such kind of experience. he he. ;-)

Response from: Melissa (02/25/06 1:53pm)

thanks for the input ladies. It sure helps a lot to read about others' experience... first hand.

Response from: Ivy (02/26/06 6:09pm)

I just wanted to tell you how great it is to read other people have thoughts like this too. My best friend should give birth any time now and she's freaking out about the cezarian.

Response from: Tina (08/30/06 12:53am)

I had an emergency c-section five years ago, I want another baby terribly! I am so scared of uterine rupture and the carrying another after being cut like that. I still feel weak around the scar. I would like to know if these fears are normal and if it is safe to have a repeat c-section....
Tina Wilson

Response from: Marg (10/12/08 1:10pm)

I had my first emergency c-section, after 12 hours of excruitiating labour, I know it was only 12hours but that was more than enough for me. It was a horrible experience, so when I fell pregnant agan with no.2(13 months later)I booked an elective c-section from the moment I found out I was pregnant. It was the best decision I have ever made. I got to enjoy the birth of my daughter, I got to nurse her there on the table and recovery time has been half that of my first. I cant wait until no.3 now, and t will be a planned c-section as well.