VBAC

Hi dear, looking at some of your posts, you do have diabetes right? What’s the weight of your baby so far? The quoted success rate of VBAC is 60-80% (but I think this is after 1 C-section), bearing in mind that there’s always the risk of uterine rupture, which could be life threatening to both mummy and baby. Quite a number of gynaes are quite happy to take a mummy through VBAC after 1 C-section, but they would be a lot more careful after 2 C-sections, especially if there were medical reasons for them in the first place, and if your current baby’s on the bigger side. Because of the diabetes, your baby may also have low blood sugar levels at birth, so baby needs to be able to come out quickly and safely for them to do checks. I believe you need to have a trusting relationship with your gynae, and not each of you listening to yourselves. Thrash it out together, come to a decision together, choosing what is safe and good for you and baby. Ask your gynae all the questions you need, and understand your gynae’s rationale for the advice. Then share with your gynae your wishes and see what your gynae has to say. If you do go into labour spontaneously before your planned c-section date, please don’t delay going to the hospital. Get there early to be monitored. A red flag is severe pain in the lower centre region of your tummy, or near the previous c-section scars. Don’t risk endangering yourself or your baby ok? If you and your gynae do agree for trying VBAC, congrats! Do remember that the labour process is unpredictable, and if baby’s in distress or you’re not progressing or there is suspicion of your womb tearing, please follow any advice to go in for an emergency c-section to save your lives okay? All the best and have a safe delivery! ❤️