I think that it depends on the doctor. Most won't do it unless it's medically necessary because of the additional healing time.

are you PG? is it mine?

most def you can...are you havin a baby??

You can. Are you pregnant? Do I need to go to the congratulating ABers page?? Is THAT why your not taking candy from strangers??

Yes but they will only agree if it's in the best interests of your life and your baby's life. :) But if you insist on it, I think they are obligated to do it. At least that's what the medical drama shows, say.

No you can't request unless you had a previous one done. I tried, but i didnt end up getting one, but not cause I requested it.

It is possible to request a C-Section, but I advise against it. Here is why: - C-sections are still painful, not as painful during, but in my experience, more painful after. - C-sections can cause infection, which can be life-threatening. I had a terrible C-section wound that required home health care. It was traumatic! - You are out of work longer. - Sometimes, it is hard to have a vaginal birth after a C-section. Some docs will do V-Bacs, but you have to find one who will. That is my take! Although, I believe every woman should have the right to choose - it is your body.

Yes it is. Most doctors try and push a c-section. I was in labor for eight hours and the doctor wanted to give me a c-section, but my mother told the doctor to give me more time and i would have the baby regular. which i did. I think natural is the best, you are able to be up and running faster ....

Yes it is. I had an emergency c section with my last baby. It is very painful afterwards, i couldn't stand all the way up when i had to walk, I couldn't get up off the couch when i got home without help. A car ride was also very painful. It takes longer to get back to your original size. I would strongly recommend trying to have it natural, alot less pain afterwards.

Benefits Benefits of Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Baby is mature Faster less painful recovery Shorter hospital stay (or none at all if homebirth) Less chances of infection, blood transfusions Greater chance of future vaginal births Able to bond with baby sooner (usually) What are the risks of Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Uterine Rupture (.5% chance) Of that, about 10% chance baby will suffer some damage (.5%=.005 = 5 out of 1000)(5 out of 10000) Possible Effects of Uterine Rupture Blood loss Hysterectomy Infection Damage to bladder Very rarely, death Same as any other vaginal birth What increases these risks? Induction/Augmentation of labor Cervical ripening agents increase the rates of rupture 4 fold Synthetic Oxytocin increases the risks of rupture 4 fold Either doubles the risks for emergency cesarean (Emergency Cesarean risks are higher than Elective Repeat Cesarean) due to failure to progress, dystocia, fetal distress, etc Pain medications increase the risk of failure to progress, fetal distress, forceps/vacuum extraction and maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality All of these have the same risks in Repeat Cesarean 2,4,5-8,11,13,15,16 Benefits of Planned Repeat Cesarean Less Uterine Rupture (.2% chance (-.3% difference-not a big enough difference to be considered significant in clinical studies) Convenience of knowing when the baby will be born/choosing birthday Convenience of being able to schedule around holidays, family etc Less Pain during surgery (usually) What are the risks of Elective Repeat Cesarean 1. Uterine Rupture (.2% chance) Of that, about 10% chance baby will suffer some damage (2 out of 1000)(2 out of 10000) Possible Effects of Uterine Rupture Same as VBAC 2. Blood loss 3. Increased internal scar tissue 4. Infection 5. Injury to organs/Surgical Mistakes 6. Anesthesia Mistakes 7. Pulmonary Embolism 8. Later reproductive problems 9. Placenta accreta 1 in 1,000 with 1 prior cesarean; 1 in 100 with more than 1 prior 10. Placenta previa 4 times greater with 1 prior cesarean ; 7 times greater with 2-3 sections 11. Death is 5-7 times more likely (Source- CIMS) 12. Baby risks prematurity 13. Breathing problems for baby 14. Baby has 2% chance of getting cut by the surgeon’s blade (2 out of 100) 15. Breastfeeding and Bonding more difficult for both mother and baby 16. Longer, more painful recovery