Has anyone had a natural birth after 2 C-sections?

According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), a vaginal birth after cesarean, also known as VBAC, can be a safe and appropriate option. VBAC can work for many women who've had one, or even two, previous cesarean deliveries.

Is it possible to give birth naturally after 2 C-sections?

Background: Trial of vaginal birth after Caesarean (VBAC) is considered acceptable after one caesarean section (CS), however, women wishing to have trial after two CS are generally not allowed or counselled appropriately of efficacy and complications.

Can I have VBAC after 2 cesareans?

Many health care providers won't offer VBAC if you've had more than two prior C-sections. When did you last give birth? The risk of uterine rupture is higher if you attempt VBAC less than 18 months after your previous delivery.

Has anyone had a natural birth after 3 C-sections?

Conclusion: Women with three or more prior caesareans who attempt VBAC have similar rates of success and risk for maternal morbidity as those with one prior caesarean, and as those delivered by elective repeat caesarean.

How common is uterine rupture after 2 C-sections?

In women with two or more prior cesareans, the rate of rupture rises as high as 3.9 percent (one of 26 women). Such rates are threefold to fivefold higher than rates in women having only one prior cesarean delivery.

Can I have a VBAC if I've had 2 previous C-sections?

How many C-sections can a woman have safely?

However, from the current medical evidence, most medical authorities do state that if multiple C-sections are planned, the expert recommendation is to adhere to the maximum number of three.”

How risky is third C-section?

Although death is a risk associated with any surgical procedure, a 2017 study found no remarkable difference in very serious complications associated with repeat C-sections (more than three) when compared to C-sections in general.

How can I avoid a third C-section?

Why can't I have a natural birth after C-section?

There is a very high risk that your scar could rupture (burst open or tear) when you try to have a vaginal birth, which could cause great harm to you and your baby. You'll need to have a C-section again.

What makes you eligible for a VBAC?

Generally speaking, you're a good candidate if you've had a prior vaginal delivery. Other factors in your medical history that increase the odds of a successful VBAC include: You've had just one c-section in the past with a low transverse (horizontal) incision on the uterus.

Is 3rd C-section easier?

Each repeat C-section is generally more complicated than the last. However, research hasn't established the exact number of repeat C-sections considered safe. Women who have multiple repeat cesarean deliveries are at increased risk of: Problems with the placenta.

Why is VBAC high risk?

What are the risks of a VBAC? Some risks of a VBAC are infection, blood loss, and other complications. One rare but serious risk with VBAC is that the cesarean scar on the uterus may rupture (break open). Although a rupture of the uterus is rare, it is very serious and may harm both you and your fetus.

How much gap is required for VBAC?

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists generally recommends that everyone wait at least 18 months between pregnancies. If you become pregnant 6 months or less after your cesarean, the risk of uterine rupture, one of the potential complications of a V.B.A.C., is higher.

How can I strengthen my uterus for VBAC?

Use skin-safe oils to massage your scar and reduce scar tissue. Take vitamins and herbs that are shown to strengthen your uterus, such as evening primrose oil and red raspberry leaf. Drink plenty of water and exercise regularly to gain mental and physical stamina. Get outdoors often.

How do I prepare for my third C-section?

Which week is best for 3rd C-section?

"Waiting until 39 weeks increases maternal risk," said Laura Hart, MD, a fellow in the division of maternal fetal medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. "The optimal time of delivery is 38 weeks for women with 2 previous cesarean deliveries and 37 weeks for those with 3 or more."

Can you be induced for a VBAC?

When labor does not start on its own and delivery needs to happen soon, contractions can be started (induced) with medicine. Some doctors avoid inducing labor when a woman is trying vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). But others are okay with the careful use of certain medicines to start labor.

What is a lotus baby?

A lotus birth is the decision to leave your baby's umbilical cord attached after they are born. The umbilical cord remains attached to the placenta until it dries and falls off by itself.

What happens if your uterus ruptures during a VBAC?

However, for some pregnant people who labor for a VBAC the cesarean scar on the uterus may separate during labor (uterine rupture). A complete uterine scar rupture is a rare, but potentially serious complication, for both the mother and her baby that requires immediate surgical intervention.

How do I get a flat tummy after 3 C-sections?

How long do you stay in hospital after 3rd C-section?

The average hospital stay after a C-section is 2 to 4 days, and keep in mind recovery often takes longer than it would from a vaginal birth. Walking after the C-section is important to speed recovery and pain medication may be supplied too as recovery takes place.

What is the most C-sections a woman has had?

Kristina House (USA) has given birth to 11 children (six girls and five boys) all by Caesarean section between 15 May 1979 and 20 November 1998.

How many C-sections is too many?

Your History of VBAC or C-Section

However, most medical societies don't recommend VBAC for those who've had two or more C-sections. That's because the risk of uterine rupture—a tearing in a past C-section scar or uterine muscles that can be life-threatening to the parent or baby—rises with each surgery.

Can a woman have a baby after 3 C-sections?

Getting Pregnant After C-Sections

The good news: If you've had multiple C-sections you're just as likely to conceive as women who gave birth vaginally. Doctors recommend you wait at least six weeks after a C-section before having sex and generally encourage using birth control until six to 18 months postpartum.

What age should a woman stop having a baby?

By age 30, fertility (the ability to get pregnant) starts to decline. This decline becomes more rapid once you reach your mid-30s. By 45, fertility has declined so much that getting pregnant naturally is unlikely for most women.