VBA2C (VBAMC)

[Mikaki21]

Hi everyone,
I am 37 and have had 2 previous pregnancies, both ending in c-sections. My oldest is 18. I was induced 4 weeks early with her due to preeclampsia and when I didn't dilate after 5 hours the dr. decided on c-section. Fast forward 7 years and I had my son. He was a planned VBAC but again I was induced at 39 weeks and didn't dilate so the dr. did a c-section after 4 hours. It has been almost 12 years since baby #2 was born and we are blessed with #3. I am currently 14 weeks pregnant and really want to do VBA2C (VBAMC). Can anyone offer their experiences as to good-idea or bad-idea. This will definitely be our last child and I have always felt somewhat cheated not doing a normal vaginal delivery. But, I want to do what is safe for baby and me, and if that means a 3rd c-section then I will do it. I've always thought that if I had gone into labor naturally that vaginal birth would have been possible. Any thoughts?

[aali4]

I agree with believeinyou.. I would definitely make sure my OB/midwive is supportive.(Hypothetically) if things don't work, know that you aren't any less than any other mother. I had a natural vaginal birth, and an emergency csection.. sometimes I still feel cheated that I didn't get hear my baby's first cry.. But Im happy knowing my baby is here and safe vs risking his/my life just to hear that one cry. Congratulations!! :-)

[believeinyou]

I think it is definitely possible. Find a good support team, that knows your history and is willing to support your decision, then go for it. If things don't work out naturally for a legitimate reason, at least you know you tried