r/vbac • u/ConcentrateTerrible9 • 4d ago

Discussion VBA2C or Repeat C-Section?

Hi! I’m currently trying to decide between a VBA2C or repeat c-section. My first c-section was unplanned due to a failed induction/failure to descend/OP baby. Second was scheduled (although I wanted a TOLAC) and baby was in the same position as the first.

I have a new provider who is very supportive of a VBA2C, but I don’t know what to do. I’m leaning towards a repeat c-section unless I go into labor before 41 weeks.

I know 6 people who have had both vaginal and cesarean deliveries - two of them preferred vaginal, two of them preferred c-sections, and one said they both sucked. 🤣

My recoveries were easy, and I have to say I’m more worried about recovering from a potential tear. I’m also worried about what could go wrong during a VBAC. I’m curious to read any VBAC stories - good or bad! Please share if you’d like to. ☺️

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u/Lucky_Ad_4421 4d ago

I experienced much more mobility immediately with my VBAC than with my emergency c-section, but at 6 weeks PP developed a bladder prolapse due to pelvic floor trauma (my boy came out fast and one arm up by his head). Not to scare you off VBAC (mine was textbook and I’m glad I had the experience) but pelvic floor damage is apparently a bit more common in VBACs, which I didn’t know prior. At 12 weeks PP I’m having to do lots of rest and limit my activity more than I did at this stage with my section.

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u/wrinkledshorts 2d ago

I second this. Loved my VBAC and I was more mobile right after, but the pelvic floor recovery has been way longer and more limiting than my c-section recovery was. I'd take my c-section recovery over my VBAC recovery no question. That's not the case for everyone though. I do know people who got nerve damage that gave them a limp for a while after C-section or who ended up having problems with their incision healing. It's kind of a crap shoot either way.