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Topic: vba2c?? Don't know whether to go again.
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erin74
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posted 06 October 2006 10:31 PM
Ok here goes.
No 1 son
Basically a failure to dilate issue, followed by my son going into distress. After being in labour nearly 24 hours they did a caesarean.
Afterward I asked what went wrong. I was told that I failed to dilate and that in most cases a vbac is successful for the second time around.
No 2 son
30 odd weeks pregnant with number 2 and I started have gallbladder attacks. I also moved to the country at this time. My new doctor is a GP/OB, and very experienced. She heard what I went through the first time and did a scan to see my pelvis. She said it was on a strange angle, which is also what gave me back problems especially after No 1.
She also said that in about 60% (from memory) of cases women who fail to dilate the first time experience the same problems again. Combining that with my gallbladder situation (I was frequently unwell), and my pelvis issue she recommended an elective c-section, which I agreed to. She also told me that if I did go natural I would not be able to have an epidural as they would need to assess if I ruptured by whether I had any pain between contractions.
I went into labour early, while she was away. I didn't do a trial of labour though, and had a c-section.
Complications afterward - I had a uterine infection and a staph infection afterward. They were slow to diagnose. My scarring was not as good as the first time - quite thick.
Other factors to consider:
I was the third child of 3. My mother was in labour for only 30 minutes with me from go to woe. I know this does not indicate that I will do the same, but it is something to consider I guess.
Where to from here??
I have so many questions and thoughts I guess.
I really don't want to have another c-section. Both of my birth experiences have left me with no desire to return in many ways.
Is it true about the epidural? Not that this may be an option anyway - the one doctor near here that does epidurals is moving away. I would have to go 2 towns away (1.5 hours) to get a hospital that would do an epidural.
Am I likely to have the same problem as the first time around?
Am I likely to find a sympathetic doctor. I do not want to do a c-section in the next town over (the closest hospital that does childbirth) as the only option is a general.
Am I likely to have failure to dilate problems again?
Or could I go the other way like my mum. I am 30 minutes from the next town. The last thing I want is to have a roadside baby!
So - any advice???
[ 13 October 2006, 01:35 PM: Message edited by: erin74 ]
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dani
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posted 28 October 2006 11:02 AM
hi Erin I was in a similar situation as yourself I had had 2 previous emerg c/s 1st was due to being 16 days overdue placenta was not great induced and ended up with fetal distress 2nd baby 20mths later tried VBAC at RWH melb used accupunture to induce baby went into labour naturally 1 day over date but was posterior they did an ARM just because I was 3cm dilated even though I was contracting well Had no support from midwives or DRs constant monitoring baby had cord around her and had meconium no fetal distress but because I had had previous c/s they did another emerg c/s. By the time they took me to theatre I was fully dilated and ready to push her out but they still did the c/s. I then found myself pregnant again and was told by DRs that a c/s was necessary but I met a lady who mentioned using an independant midwfe I contacted her we got my history and she felt that there was no reason for another c/s I then did lots of research on VBAC and again used accupunture to induce me I went into labour and delivered my son vaginally after 3 1/2 hrs. I must say the whole process of trying to get the hospital to have a Vbac was difficult each time I had an appointment I was told that my baby would die I would end up with a hysterecomy etc but I believed and trusted my midwife immensly I would not have been able to do it without her now pregnant with my fourth I am again using her skills and will again have another VBAC Hope this helps with your decision to try a VBAC
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<aeneas>
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posted 03 December 2006 07:42 AM
i just wanted to say thank u so much 4 ur post it is so inspiring i have tears in my eyes. I tried so hard 2 have a vbac 4 my 2nd n they made me feel like i was going 2 murder my baby. As i was walking into have the ceaser i could not stop crying i couldnt even talk. Currently 5m along with my 3rd im really scared! Im moving to the Queensland and have no idea where 2 go. If there is any posibility of asking ur midwife if she knows any1 up there? i really need support otherwise im going 4 my 3rd ceaser and wont b able 2 have any more babies.
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AndreaT
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posted 03 December 2006 10:51 AM
HI,
I live in Toowoomba Qld, and recently attempted a VBAC at a particular hospital. MY first child (son) was general anasthetic C-Sx due to placenta praevia haemmorhage, born 8 weeks early or 32 wks gestation. My daughter ended up being a "crash CSc" or FTP/baby tachycardia, after 16 hours of labour.
I would love to speak with you more aobut your options and choices. there are support groups in Brisbane, and also I have set up one in Toowoomba. I have felt so moved by the lack of infomration and support, that I had to set up our own ssupport network.
Information is empowerment, and the biggest difference I found between my two birht experiences is that when your Birth team honour you and your partner as the most important part of the team, and the chioces and decisions are yours to make, then you will be happy with your birth experience. There is a lot of fear mongering by HP ( health professionals), but Yes there may be some Risk factors to keep in mind.... but look at the benefits and the risks of VBAC or CSx and make up your own mind.
Plese feel free to email me or call me on
0414 421 359.
My planned VBAC - ended up being another CSx, but we truly Planned on an EBAC (Empowered Birth After Ceasarean).
There is another website you can check out as well called CANA www.canaustralia.net and ICAN (International Cesarean Awareness Network) www.ican-online.org
Another place I just found is www.vbac.com
Please phone me for a chat, and if you are within SEQ ( Brisbane or surrounds ) I would love to catch up for a coffee and a chat.
Andrea
Mum to
Matthew turned 2 yesterday (B: 02.12.04 @ 32 wks weighing 1730grams)
and Bianca 5.5 months (B: 11.06.06 @ 40+1 weighing 3950 grams and Lotus Ceasarean Birthed)
Posts: 1 | From: Toowoomba Qld | Registered: Dec 2006
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<Penny Hardy>
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posted 03 December 2006 06:30 PM
Hi Erin
There is a VERY VBAC friendly Ob that works out of Redlands Hospital in Queensland called Dr Graham Vaughan. He is currently researching the 'seasonal' trend that caesareans increase at Christmas and Easter!
Not sure if you are interested in the medical model, but I am sure he will be able to give you some sound advice. There are also some great homebirth midwives in Qld. Maternity Coalition can help you to source them. Also, not sure how far away you are from Selangor, but that is a great hospital too.
Never give up. If a caesarean is necessary for your next child, then it is better to have a labour caesarean, as this will benefit the baby in the health department and will also help with breastfeeding and attachment, as well as the baby telling you that it is ready to enter this world.
Regards
Penny xxx
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<mel - ann>
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posted 04 December 2006 08:24 AM
Hi Erin,
I just wanted to add that support is the vital key to your birth, whether it be home or hospital. And if hospital is your chosen place to birth find out everything about the dr's policies etc. Find out about time limits for labour, monitoring, separation if you need a c/s - educate yourself about foetal monitoring and true indicators of foetal distress, meconium etc. Get yourself a strong well educated support person who truly believes in your ability to birth and will advocate for you EXACTLY as you would!!! Good luck - you can do it!
M
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