Whenever possible, we support a vaginal birth as long as it is a viable, healthy option for both mother and baby. We work very closely with our patients and the labor and delivery care team at WakeMed, and we are pleased to say that most women who come to us seeking a vaginal birth are able to safely do so. We also have a high success rate for women who want to have a vaginal birth after a cesarean section.
However, in some cases, a C-section may be necessary. We evaluate each birth experience based upon the unique needs of mother and baby. Some of the reasons we may consider a C-section are:
If the contractions don’t open the cervix enough to allow the baby to safely move into the vagina If you are having twins and they are being born too early or are not in a good position to be delivered safely vaginally If you have a fibroid that is blocking the birth canal If you have a prolapsed umbilical cord If there are problems with the placenta If fetal monitoring detects a problem with baby’s heart rate or other complications If you have an infection such as HIV or active genital herpesIf you need more information on C-section surgery, you can find it from the the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists or the Mayo Clinic.
What can I expect after a C-Section Surgery?
You may experience cramping and pain in the incision area. It’s also not unusual to experience discharge and bleeding with clots. While you may have expected these discomforts, did you know laughing can also be uncomfortable? Sometimes recovery may feature unexpected elements, so we wanted to offer these 5 tips for recovering after your procedure.
5 Tips for Recovering After a C-Section
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