C-Section

New Guidelines Say Vaginal Birth OK After C-section

Most women who’ve had one—or even two—C-sections are still candidates for having a vaginal birth.

Poll: Did you—or will you—have a C-section?

The C-section is the most frequently performed major surgery in the United States. Did you have one?

Q&A: After two back surgeries, I fear a C-section is my only option.

Q&A: How common is it to have placenta remnants after a C-section?

Q&A: I know my baby is breech, but don't know if I should wait to schedule the C-section.

Q&A: I may be at risk for a prolapsed uterus, but I have no idea what that means.

Q&A: I want a natural birth, but might need a C-section.

Q&A: I want to schedule my C-section two weeks early, but don't know if that will complicate the delivery.

Q&A: I'm having a difficult time decided whether I should have a VBAC or a C-section.

Q&A: Is getting pregant after a C-section harder than after a vaginal birth?

Q&A: My first baby was delivered via Cesarean, but I want a vaginal birth for my next child.

Q&A: My previous pregnancy resulted in a breech birth and I worry my next baby will be breech too.

Q&A: My wife is pregnant with twins, and her doctor will only do C-sections for twins.

Recovering from a Cesarean Section

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Why C-Sections Are Done

Learn more about the circumstances surrounding a C-section birth.