VBAC: Uterine Rupture, Risks, What Makes it an Option or Not & More! | Sarah Lavonne

[@MissK_]

I had a c-section 5 years ago 09/09/2015 with my first son. I am due with my second son 11/11/2020. I'm planning on a vbac but my Dr. wanted to schedule a c-section one week after my due date. I'm searching for as much information as possible since I don't feel like I've received a lot of information or support. I pray for a successful natural delivery! UPDATE: IT WAS A SUCCESSFUL VBAC! 🙏❤

[@simishain2008]

Me too

[@kelseymakengo]

🙏 amen

[@Outof_thebleu]

Same! How did it go?

[@Emma-qq8wj]

Any tips?

[@mamajo5867]

YAYYYY!! congrats!!!

[@calliejay8246]

Thank you thank you for this series!! This gave me the tools to advocate for myself (during covid, having to be alone in appointments) I just had a successful VBAC ♥️♥️♥️

[@sarahlavonne]

Yesssssss omg so happy for you!

[@candixiong7]

How long before you got pregnant again after having your c-section? I am thinking about vbac.

[@ShadesofSage]

This video did the very same for me, TWICE! Congratulations on your VBAC as well!

[@sparklingstar5479]

Even though I want a vbac im so scared and nervous 😭

[@kristinezerebkina9383]

❤I wish VBAC-2 🤲

[@ShadesofSage]

This video right here!!! Let me tell you, I had it on repeat for my last two pregnancies and I was able to have a VBAC with BOTH of them. So grateful that I stumbled upon this woman and now I share my births and all things motherhood, plus being a doula! on my own channel! Literally changed my life. Thank you so much Sarah for your work in the birth field and lighting a passion in me I knew even knew existed!

[@koalaedits7190]

I’ve had two c section and one vaginal birth went really well 👌🏽just trust in god and he well cover you so if anyone out there had c section you can have a vbac good luck. Sarah doing a great job love her videos.

[@koalaedits7190]

Classy Cassy Is your doctor telling you you shouldn’t do it or is he all for you have a vbac?

[@koalaedits7190]

My doctor told me I shouldn’t do it but I told him why can’t I just try he said anything can happen but I believed I could do it I’ve watched a lot of videos I f women who have had 2 or 3 c section have a vbac and was successful. So I told my self if they can do a t so can I 🙂 I also had a doula that Sarah recommended me. She is amazing my doula help me stand my ground. So can my due date at 39 weeks for my schedule c section and I don’t not show up I waited until I was 40 weeks oh I was so wasn’t having labor pains and I did try castor oil help me as well I started having contractions there’s more to the story.

[@koalaedits7190]

Classy Cassy that’s good congrats and yes god is all the time. Yes I was 40weeks when I went in to labor . He call me and told me to come in I was having contractions 10 to 15 minutes apart and I went to the doctor office and all he did was look that me and yea you’re contracting go straight to the hospital and contract their it’s safer for you cuz I didn’t have two c section. I didn’t go straight to the hospital I went home to grab my hospital bag call my husband and my doula I’m going in to labor meet me at the hospital. I stayed there over night my contractions started getting Little closer 6 to 7 mins apart. 3 to 5 it was weird contractions. The next which was December 15 on a Saturday afternoon I had my baby girl. It was a great experience oh yes I had epidural I couldn’t take the pain lol it was too much. Oh it felt like I had to poop the on time and it started getting worse I told my doula I feel like I’m have to poop really bad so she went to go get the nurse and nurse check me I was 10 cm dilated after she checked me I felt like a had to push and doctor came in and started pushing. So I wish the best of luck to you and your baby and family ❤️

[@lisabrown4u]

KoalaEdits Hiya. Congrats on ur successful vba2c. What was the gap of ur first & second c-s? My first was June 2010. And my second Aug 2017. And now I’m pregnant with my 3rd baby (33 weeks gone), my edd is mid June. I can’t really say I’m nervous bcos I’m choosing not to fear & trust completely in God. I must say I’m far more informed than ever & feeling confident. However, I’m certainly open to further information, guidances & tips...

[@lisabrown4u]

KoalaEdits And oh yes, I’m certainly hoping for a vbac & not a third c-s... I came really close on my last pregnancy to having a vaginal birth but lying down @ the hospital for too long caused the baby to go back due to my cervix swelling as a result of closing my legs cos I was in so much pain, no drugs. When I initially arrived @ the hospital, I was checked & was confirmed @ 6cm dilated. But I was made to lie down as they didn’t have mobile monitors that could allow u to move around yet know how the baby is doing. Anyway, next thing I know, they tell me I’m 3cm dilated - my husband didn’t understand it. Before I knew it an epidural & a caesarean took place. I was so mad at myself for not standing my ground, they literally couldn’t wait to open me up...

[@KtMWMich]

I just came back to your series to just thank you for all your tips and knowledge. I had a successful vbac just few days ago and omg it was awesome and hard (labor) but so worth it and the recovery so much quicker. My OB stood by my wish and did everything to get me what I wanted and I was so lucky to meet a midwife who also had the knowledge to do different positions and breathing with epidural to get me through. I feel so blessed and supported. ❤️❤️❤️

[@betybety8380]

Congrats mama... How long after c section did u get pregnant

[@wildwillowtreeranch]

My first birth was an emergency c section at 35 weeks (water broke, failed induction, baby went into distress). I have since had 6 successful VBACS. Expecting baby #8 in 2 weeks.

[@ndolilehaule1158]

Did you have vertical c section

[@wildwillowtreeranch]

@@ndolilehaule1158 i had a "bikini" style c section. So horizontal. I had to bring proof of how my incision was done before my other doctor would agree to let me have VBAC'S

[@kodedevi4183]

How many years gap between ur c section and 1st vbac..plz tel me

[@wildwillowtreeranch]

16 months in between my first 2 kids

[@kodedevi4183]

Me also same thing happend.1st delivery emergency c section and now I'm 2 and month carrying.age gap 16 months.vbac possible to me.plz guide me for vbac.tq for ur reply

[@ιασηση]

I had a C-section 16 years ago, and my doctor told me that I HAD TO have another one C-section again (this was assumed on the very first visit and without an ultrasound). After watching some of your videos and becoming a little more knowledgeable about giving birth, I am now looking at having a VBAC. I was also facing a possible C-section a month later due to a low lying placenta, which is now higher! Watching your videos and taking your advice has reduced my stress and anxiety ENORMOUSLY! My baby is currently breached, so I'll be watching your videos to get her into the right position. I am older and not in great shape, so I'll be taking notes on the best strengthening exercises to make labor a little less complicated. I thank you so much for doing what you're doing. A shout out to all of my Covid Moms! Stay strong and advocate for yourself and your babies! 💕

[@henrysmith180]

How was the delivery? Were you able to have a VBAC?

[@keristafford6916]

I’m so so thankful for this video. I’ve had 2 c sections and am trying for a VBAC this time. I’ve done TONS of research, but this video has been the most helpful! My midwives are very supportive of my VBAC so that helps a lot! Thank you so much for this video.

[@samantharichter9503]

Was it a successful vbac?

[@keristafford6916]

@@samantharichter9503 unfortunately, it was not, but it is because my son’s cord was wrapped around his neck, arm, and foot causing his heart rate to drop drastically once my water broke.

[@mamajo5867]

Awe 😞 sorry to hear that! But at least you two are safe!

[@mxx6901]

I've never had a baby yet but thank you for providing us with the questions we should be asking our medical provider. If you can continue doing that for all your videos (if applicable), that would be awesome! Knowing what to ask and how to ask it is super helpful!

[@justinboyens6082]

My wife had uterine rupture and placental abruption from a pitocin induced VBAC. Her csection was 8 years before, and she had two vaginal births before that. But it all went bad. And our son was without oxygen for more than 20 mins. He was diagnosed with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy. He's one now, and luckily uneffected so far

[@henrysmith180]

I'm surprised he survived. How is he doing now?

[@ewright2806]

I know this is an old comment, but I read it about a month ago and its stayed with me so I've come back. I decided to go for a vbac 8 months ago, 4 years after the emergency ceasar. I didn't have a uterine rupture, but felt more or less ignored because I couldn't managed to get passed 3 cms. When our daughter's HR began to drop, all of the sudden a room 'became available', they ruptured my membranes and gave me 3 hours to get her out. Her HR was dropping down to 40 bpm. It was terrifying. When she was born she hit the HIE trigger and after they worked on her for 20-30 mins she was carted off to the NICU and I was left alone in the delivery room (I told my husband not to let her out of his sight). I don't know if I'll ever really get over that experience to be honest. She seems fine, but I've found that I've constantly been second-guessing everything I thought I knew, like somehow I broke her. Every milestone she meets I'm grateful, but I'm also anxiously awaiting the next to see if she'll continue to be okay. I'm so sorry that happened to your wife and yourself and hope you are well.

[@justinboyens6082]

It turns out he was not ok he totally reverted he seemed ok at first but now he's 4 and a bunch of behavior issues can't really talked he survived his experience but will need to be cared for the rest of his life, you just can't trust Drs IV Im glad your baby is doing good though

[@ewright2806]

@@justinboyens6082 oh my gosh, I'm so sorry. Did they scan him after he was born? They never scanned our daughter, they just flagged her based off of things like her umbilical chord acid/base test - like a checklist of things. When I asked if she actually had encephalopathy they couldn't give me a yes or no, they just told me they needed to watch her for 6 hours for seizures (she didn't seize). I guess I'll be worrying a while longer yet...

[@kcouch293]

Oh my gosh. I didn't know I needed this video. I had a C Section on Sept 20, 2021, because my baby was breech. I'm praying for a VBAC with this pregnancy, and I'm due May 1st

[@jailene8086]

Did you end up having a VBAC?

[@kcouch293]

@@jailene8086 unfortunately, I didn't. But it was for the best, as my son has a knot in his umbilical cord

[@elizabethmurillo8534]

Omg this is the video I’ve been looking for. It’s like you read my mind, “just do a c section because I’m scared!” That’s me right now this is so informative glad I’m watching this before I see my midwife this week.

[@smleach5400]

I needed this video today. I was feeling a bit down after my 39 week doc appointment b/c I got feelings that he thought I wouldn’t be able to have a vbac b/c of failure to progress last time, but what you said about every pregnancy being different each time...and to let go and trust in my body really made me feel better

[@Outof_thebleu]

How did it go? I feel like they push c sections on women that look like you and me.

[@SK-ut6tw]

@@Outof_thebleu They push them on women who look stupid. I agree.

[@nijaj9157]

@@Outof_thebleu I had that same feelings since I had my first via c section due to failure to progress. Doctors were recommending a repeat c section but every pregnancy is different, and I had a successful VBAC 5 days ago. I said no to induction after my water broke at 38 weeks and I was not in a labor or no contraction. I told them no Pitocin at all. No augmentation or induction. Let’s wait and see. They finally gave me some time to see if things go spontaneous. And after bouncing in a birth ball for some time, I was having regular contractions. So I didn’t need no help to start the labor.

[@Outof_thebleu]

@@nijaj9157 Lucky. I ended up in another c section. Failed by my midwife, who ripped me off.

[@henrysmith180]

@@nijaj9157 Awesome!!! 👏 👏 👏

[@kayleesaenz9236]

I’ve had a c-section while pregnant with my first son... I’m 31 weeks with my second son and definitely want a vbac😍

[@kholoodalmaskeen7073]

Kaylee Saenz How did it go ? if you don’t mind sharing your story 🤍 I am 16 weeks with my second and also want a vbac

[@melissaweigh4508]

I have had a vbac. Baby number 5 was a "crash section" and it was a disaster. The whole situation. She was a breech birth and I told them in the office that day something wasn't right and I told them I was in labor. I had to see nurse midwife who was later let go. Anyway ...number 6 was a vbac and it was a bit worrisome bc it was all new. My doc stayed at hospital for while labor. His heart rate had dropped and they had everything prepped in case but everything went well and we delivered naturally. He was a good sized 7 lbs 11 oz. 20 in. Yes have a bikini cut( side to side) I think I was told if it's vertical inside and out u can't do a vbac.

[@chelsea6973]

I had a vaginal birth with my first and my labor/delivery went as smoothly as you could possibly imagine. With my second, I had an urgent csection due to my daughter being breech & not finding out until my water had broken & I was progressing fast. (Long story- but she WASNT breech just 3 days before- ultrasound confirmed). I’m hoping for a VBAC with baby 3 in a month & got recommended this video. Thank you for making me feel much better about the risks!!

[@naimunnahar8330]

Hello, i was curious if all went well? Pls share your experience here. Praying that you and your baby are doing well🥰

[@chelsea6973]

@@naimunnahar8330 all went well! I had a successful VBAC!! 🎉 I didn’t even have stitches or tears.

[@منوشة-ج2ف]

We are the same situation so plz share your experience it’s important for me now cause I’m having baby 3 three now and wishing a vbac

[@faithfullynatural]

I’m glad I found this video i had one vaginal 2 c sections and 1 vbac and I’m considering another vbac the biggest thing is keeping my blood pressure down and making sure my iron is good 😌

[@rafphi2000]

So glad I found your channel, even if a little late...I’m due April 9th with my second baby. I had a csection with my first and was completely crestfallen by it. My husband doesn’t quite understand...the end of your video is really what I needed. THANK YOU!

[@angelizramos88]

Yes! The video I was waiting for! Thank you so much for making this. I'm 32 weeks and am hoping for a VBAC.

[@sarahlavonne]

You can do it!!

[@BoomHelloItsMe]

How did it go?! If you don’t mind me asking

[@mirandasant3624]

Yes how'd it go??

[@lolraacheel]

Were you successful?

[@daniellecontreras3786]

I am that 1% who had a uterine rupture during a VBAC at 41w 2d. Thanks for this video explaining it in detail. I find it incredibly interesting now.

[@caitlynmccarthy1610]

That sounds scary, how are you now?

[@athenaofthenorth5747]

Please explain what happened

[@MiVidaBellisima]

Please do the video on vaginal birth vs csection risks/complications.

[@koalaedits7190]

I’ve had two c section and vaginal birth it was a great everything went well

[@vava.ortega]

KoalaEdits that’s great news!

[@cordelianekongo9506]

@@koalaedits7190 how did u do it. I have 2 c sections too, 9 yrs ago and 2017 oct. I am 37weeks now and my OB doesn't support a VBAC

[@shanzakhankhan2029]

@@cordelianekongo9506u done your dlevry vbac or c caction

[@Aramischaparro]

Turns out I would’ve most likely had a uterine rupture after I had my c section my doctor told us my uterus scar area was so thin thank goodness my baby was breech!

[@aashnashahirjan6830]

I am pregnant now my doctor also told me high rusk of uterine rupture, the scar is very thin 0.6 cm. May I know how was your delivery? Is everything gone ok?

[@sweetlilme23]

Perfect timing for this video! I'm going for my 3rd VBAC in a couple weeks! My first son was an emergency Csection

[@sarahlavonne]

Yaasss you'll do it!!

[@casswitsass7011]

Good luck! My first was c-section 13 yrs ago, VBAC 10 years ago, and hoping to have another VBAC in 6 weeks or whenever baby arrives!

[@sweetlilme23]

@@casswitsass7011 good luck! I'm a little nervous this time because they are talking about inducing me, I know that I can't have any of the gels or pills so I'm hoping everything works out!

[@kaylahill6361]

I would love to know if you where able to have a successful vbac. Thanks in advance

[@Riffat-yf2pu]

@@casswitsass7011 did u have vbac?

[@casswitsass7011]

Hoping to have a 2nd VBAC in March. C-section 13 yrs ago and VBAC 10 years ago. This video was very informative and I’m feeling very hopeful.

[@901mtwnshawty]

How was your 1st VBAC?

[@mirandasant3624]

They said if you had a vbac then after that the chances are great .

[@susanneal9526]

@@mirandasant3624 Yes that is true.

[@cookwithsaireta8693]

My son is 15yrs he is born normal birth 2nd son is via c section bcoz head is very high my 3rd girl doctor advices me for vbac I agreed but unfortunately I am hvg severe pain but my girl head is very high so they rush for emergency c section.. So I don't hv chance to normal birth

[@cajuntexasgurl]

well, I was suppose to be induced 2 weeks ago, which technically I was. I had an emergency csection after a failure to progress (12hours with the vaginal pill) and pain management shots that made my baby's heart drop. First time mom, hospital stay, and surgery. I am happy to say on jan 31 I had a very successful cs thanks to my awesome medical team and a perfectly healthy baby boy! thanks to all your videos that prepared me!

[@sarahlavonne]

YASSS congrats momma! YOU did it!

[@humanbeing3946]

Pain management shots, you mean epidural?

[@cajuntexasgurl]

@@humanbeing3946 No, i got what is called "shots". It is injected into your iv every 4 hours. I did not have an epidural. I did not progess enough to have an epidural. I had a c section, so right before surgery I got a spinal tap.

[@madelineolivia11]

Thank you so much for making this video! I have been struggling a lot with whether or not to even try for baby #2 because of the fear of a repeat csection or a vbac and you truly just spoke the exact thing that I have decided to tell myself which is just to let go and trust my body, I’ll cross the bridge when I get to it.

[@krystyna1993]

Same! Did you had a baby already?

[@madelineolivia11]

@@krystyna1993 I did! He’ll be two in July! Born by repeat csection after trying everything for a vbac.

[@mymak-jq1hy]

Only 1%. So many doctors make it seem like uterine rupture is a major possibility, but it’s actually a fairly low risk.

[@sarahlavonne]

Yup! Crazy right!

[@kutie1016]

It is a fairly low risk but I understand why doctors wouldn't want to take it. Out of 10,000 VBACs 100 will statistically end up having a ruptured uterus. That is a life threatening complication. Everyone thinks "that won't happen to me" but the fact is it's happened to women and they suffered. Personally I'm team no babies but I find this information interesting. I was watching a vid about a women who's uterus ruptured and her bladder was smashed and cut. She almost died and I really felt for her giving her experience to the public.

[@mymak-jq1hy]

kutie 101 It’s a risk vs benefit. Having a c section sucks. I’d take the risk so long as I give myself 24 months or so to heal up. Ultimately it’s my (informed) risk to take.

[@sarahlavonne]

absolutely

[@mirandasant3624]

Not bad I'm doing research and my first son passed and I want more then 2 more. Seems like csection is more dangerous. It's been 5 years. Everything in me is screaming vbac everything will be okay. 😣

[@bari_beauty3018]

Just subbed. Very informative. Thank you very much. I had one C-section & 2 Vback unmedicated went really well. I'm currently expecting my 4th baby Vback in three weeks. Thanks again

[@meaganfox1558]

I hope your delivery goes amazing and congratulations on your baby, a beautiful gift from God! 🤱💕

[@Xoxopuddcrumbey]

That’s good I had one vaginal birth then one low transverse c section I don’t want a repeated c section

[@betsy5662]

Yes!!! Thank you I requested this video in one of your previous vids!!❤️💖 happy valentines day

[@sarahlavonne]

Yes!!! You're so welcome!!! Happy Valentine's day to you!!

[@casandra4157]

I had a c-section after laboring twins for 48 hours 😭 but I just found out I’m pregnant and you are giving me hope that I can have a vbac! Very informative! Thanks!

[@fumakazihusnaaali7446]

Wats de gap

[@JenniferVictorious]

If you're in the DMV area, "West End Midwifery" located in "Henrico Doctors Hospital" specialize in VBACs and are advocates for it. They've been doing it since before it was even called a VBAC. They have Doctors, Midwives, and Doulas all on board and I've seen many success stories through their practice. (I've posted this on part 2 as well, I'm not a sponsor and my comment is not fake lol)

[@tiffanymarshall3851]

This video was so needed for me. I am 19 weeks pregnant with my second baby. My first was a cesarean birth due to prolapsed cord. At 36 weeks it was discovered that my daughter was breech with her foot being felt when I was checked for dilation. At 37 weeks I went in for an ultrasound to see if she had flipped in this process my doctor saw that the cord was prolapsed and I was rushed into the OR for an emergency c-section. I want so badly to have a VBAC this time around, but I am definitely still tramatized by the events of my c-section and the aftermath of my daughter's birth which is unrelated to my emergency c-section.

[@kathleenhall4350]

Interesting that Pitocin is commonly given to Mom’s after a c-section and obviously this is a very dangerous option that isn’t discussed. Do you have a video about the dangers of Pitocin?

[@mskrystinalexis]

Great information! Perfect timing as I’m studying VBACs now.

[@smokenunicorn7121]

My sister chose to have a c section with both kids. Her doctor let her choose to have a voluntary c section. I’ve never heard of that until she did it. 😱

[@mroxannevh]

Wow my hospital wont even let me have a voluntary induction!

[@roafs6821]

Your videos are so helpful and comforting ......and very informative too Thank you for your efforts and kindness

[@Aramischaparro]

Omg I would’ve loved these when i was pregnant!! Lol but i ended up having another c section because my baby was in breech position

[@AJ-iy1tx]

So sorry to hear that. I and so many moms have had beautiful vbacs breech

[@Aramischaparro]

@@AJ-iy1tx Thanks ☺️ I decided not to and I’m so glad I did because apparently my lining was so thin I would’ve been at risk of uterine rupture 😱 everything worked out for the best 🙏❤️

[@GabrieleSloyan]

Five years ago I had c sections I've had 2 my daughter tan my sons 11 and had my son five years through c section cause heart tests went down 😢. I want to go head have natural

[@Aramischaparro]

My doctor called it a trial of labor he’s like hopefully if we are successful it will be a vbac

[@krystalwhitehead3604]

Thank you so much for this video!! I just hit 37 weeks and have been a little worried about if a VBAC is going to be possible for me. Watching this video helped me relax and reinforced what I've been told about letting go and letting my body take care of things.

[@acarord]

Hi Krystal! I am also hoping for a VBAC soon, right now I am 39 weeks and feeling anxious because my previous pregnancy I reached 41 weeks with no signs of going to labor anytime soon. How are you doing right now? I wish you the best on your childbirth experience! Have a nice day!

[@krystalwhitehead3604]

@@acarord I am definitely anxious, especially since tomorrow is my due date. I have been reading and realized that I just need to relax and let things take their course because worrying is just going to make things harder. I also thought about how oxytocin is the hormone that helps labor start and you release more of it when you are happy and not stressed. So I bought some foods that help increase oxytocin, like dark chocolate almonds, bananas, eggs, and chicken. I'm actually feeling pretty good other than the fact that I hate waiting. Thank you for your wishes. I wish you the best as well!!

[@laurencampbell5002]

How did it go?? I really want to try for a vbac as well

[@vanitywill11]

Totally love the info looking forward to the other vids on this topic. Because I want to know if I’m a good candidate for a Vbac

[@ioanaploscaru3172]

I would love and be forever grateful if you'd do a video about reasons why a labour doesn't progress. For example, my water broke and i didn't have any contractions, so they started inducing me but i was only 2 cm dilated after 17 hours. Even if i was in excruciating pain and the contractions were coming one after another and i barely had time to catch a breath in between, the baby was not coming down and i didn't dilate, so i ended up having a c-section. Nobody ever explained to me why this happened and i always believed that my body is probably not able to deliver a baby. It's been 11 years and that fear stopped me from having another baby, because recovery after c-section was really hard.

[@Pipesyah89]

Spot on! I had a planned cesarean then I tried VBAC ended up with a csection, now pregnant again found a VBAC doctor this time.

[@GuessWhooou]

If you have had more than 1 CSection then your risk of uterine rupture is higher. Also if it's less than 18 months since your last then risk even higher.

[@samanthap3751]

Wow , you explained this so well !!! I wish I could have you as my nurse !!❤️❤️

[@addiisaurusrex6410]

Can you do a video about VBA2C?

[@sindhurireddy7327]

I had a rupture on July 31 with my 2 pregnancy eventhough I was an ideal candidate...( age 29 ..no health condition,went to labour 4 days before due date...i i was 10 cm cm dilated started pushing..they did find my baby head birth canal..suddenly they noticed baby heart beat was dropping it was 30 to 40..i was rushed to er i didn't had chances to talk with my husband (who was completely in shock whats going on)after few minutes when they opened me up ...my baby was in abdomen...they had to take her out in breech position...she was in nicu for 2 days...i messed up badly battling with bladder infections..other stuff..( i had epidural which i think i shouldn't sometimes i think does it anything to do with my rupture ( went i got admitted i was 1cm dilated i was progressing quickly for every 1 to 2 hours i was dilating 1cm )

[@ashleyarneson8328]

We love you Sarah!!!!! So much information that I would have had absolutely no idea!!! 😘

[@paulaarenas7192]

I'm so thankful to have found your videos! So informative! I'm a first time mom to be- currently 35 weeks. Baby girl is still transverse... I was hoping for some information on possible complications or options for delivery? It would be super helpful! Thanks for your videos!

[@lorynsmith7945]

This video is so so so so good. The information you lay out is extremely helpful and I wish I had it weeks ago when I was having so much anxiety and fear about the VBAC decision. Im hoping for a VBAC in April/May. going to watch pt 2 now!! Thanks!!!

[@alexisriojas727]

Due august 19th, praying for a successful vbac 🙏. The support my doctor and delivery hospital give me make me feel like i can do it! ❤

[@analenard9709]

Alexis Riojas so how did it go ??

[@alexisriojas727]

@@analenard9709 successful 💕💕 he's now 5 weeks

[@floryme3017]

@@alexisriojas727 yayyyyyyyyy congratulations !!!

[@alexisriojas727]

@@floryme3017 thank you 💕💕

[@ra3122]

I had a c-section under general anesthesia (due to ITP, which was undiscovered until I was in the hospital and in labor!) with my first baby, and a successful VBAC with baby #2. I'm hoping for another VBAC with baby #3 (due in June). Looking forward to more info on how to prepare for a successful VBAC! Sarah - you are glowing, funny, and informative as usual!!!

[@DivineKaya6]

I wish i saw this before havin my secon cs.. its a really problem to be afraid and not havin information.. eish thanks

[@raa8504]

Thank you I had c section 11years ago. Currently I'm 39 weeks pregnant. My dr just want me to get c section but I been telling her I want to try for natural. Well yesterday when she check my cervix. I'm dialted 3cm. So she told me I can try for natural. I don't see her support me much but I'm going to do what is best

[@sarahlavonne]

This is amazing!!!!!

[@zahidaqaseem5708]

Did any exercise?

[@humanbeing3946]

Did you manage to deliver naturally?

[@raa8504]

@@humanbeing3946 yes natural birth without any problems

[@mrsjessicaanne]

I’m going for a vbac after four csections in April❤️❤️

[@Gamergirll0.5]

Please let us know how it goes

[@positifvibes2553]

so what happened?

[@wowsers7067]

How did it go for you? Did the plan you two follow through? I hope it did.

[@ashrafanjum8928]

I also want vbac my due date is 21/5/2023, but my Dr is planning c section, my first cesearian in 2020 due to blood pressure increases

[@rosslemus7491]

Hi, how did it go? Any updates please?

[@nephfey2605]

So glad I found this in 2 weeks away from a "hopefully" VBAC birth

[@floryme3017]

Hope everything went well

[@lrempel27]

I had a uterine rupture during labour with my first child, no previous abdominal surgery

[@2davivadiva]

Wow didn’t know it could happen naturally without a surgical scar! So sorry to hear that and glad you’re ok now ❤️

[@jpierce01221]

I'm in the 1% that attempted VBAC but had a uterine rupture two months ago. Thankfully me and baby are okay now but it was very traumatic. I was put under and we were separated the first night as he had to go to a larger hospital with a NICU. I was induced at 41 wks with pitocin and believe that increased the risk. I personally suggest avoiding induction if going for vbac.

[@ThemDevons]

I am so happy you and baby are okay. I had pitocin for my first born, I had to have c section because of it

[@brookiepoopiercer8210]

I had one cesarean birth 13 years prior. My doctor said she supported my vbac decision all the way until 3 days before my due date. I was 100% effaced and she decided that I should just go ahead with a repeat cesarean. She tried to schedule me for later that day, but couldn't book the OR for me until the next morning. I was still in my 20s with no complications. She just told me that I shouldn't risk anything. I was so upset. I had a healthy baby boy, but I'm still disappointed I wasn't given the opportunity for the vbac.

[@krystyna1993]

I would be so angry 😠

[@me-od8sv]

Sounds like she did that on purpose to you. What a shame. Also doctors get paid extra to perform c sections maybe that had something to do with it.

[@brianaunderhill5719]

3 successful VBACS after Cesarean with the first baby. Trying for VBAC 4 next week!!!

[@mexibbcakesify]

Baby age gaps?

[@brianaunderhill5719]

Csection 14 years ago. VBACS at 18 months later, 5 years, 2 years and 6 years 😊😊

[@brittanybeacham5143]

Could you please talk about hemorrhages and risks, complications, etc?

[@tamikaredmon2483]

I had an emergency c section 2.5 yrs ago. I'm due in 29 weeks. I'm so nervous for a VBAC. My Dr wants me to try but then mentioned the uterus rupture possibility and I'm thinking we'll that's not making me want a vaginal birth lol

[@babeejq]

I love your videos. Your are informative and engaging! Thanks for all of the information.

[@stellashepherd844]

Great video. Informative and nice sound quality.

[@xoOoSaraHoOox]

I have gestational diabetes and use insulin. This is why they are giving me the choice of induction today 39wks for vbac if everything is favorable. I also have a planned repeat cesarean this Wednesday. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@MiVidaBellisima]

I’m not pregnant lol but I hope I will be 2 or 3 years from now and I love your videos!

[@amangill2954]

I had an emergency section 2.5 years ago as my epidural was placed incorrectly and I had a seizure, while in labour as a results of epidural’s incorrect placement. I m correctly 22 weeks pregnant with my second child and want to try VBAC without epidural but I am scared for uterus rupture. I guess I should keep researching until I make my mind.Great video. Thank you Sarah

[@sarahlavonne]

I also have an entire vbac class on my site! Xo

[@claritarejoice]

I'm in LA too and I don't feel like VBAC is a choice around here. I can't find providers who will do it.

[@tinkjma123]

claritarejoice I did mine with kaiser

[@familyyearbook30]

Thank you for such an interesting and informative video! I had an elective c-section for breach presentation in April. We’d love another baby (in the future!!) so good to know all this for when the time comes :-)

[@wonderfuljoanna21]

💥WHERE DID YOU BUY YOUR CARDIGAN??? I LOVE IT!! Thank you for the VBAC info. I already had a VBA2C. I'm going for my second one. I'm 35 weeks...

[@sarahlavonne]

Haha that was an OLD Nordstrom rack purchase

[@lauramorris1346]

Great video Sarah, super informative as always! Thank you x

[@tiathomas4740]

I NEED HELP!!!!!! I am 39 weeks and 1 day and now my doctor rushing me to have c section after saying im good to do a v-back, he wants to induced 39weeks and 4 days which i dont want to if that doesnt work he scheduled my c section 40 weeks. I am 1 cm dilated for 2 weeks not 50 percent defaced.

[@sarahlavonne]

Glad we connected via consultation.

[@humanbeing3946]

Please tell us how it went in the end?

[@Indistinguishablelady]

I watched all these videos leading up to my tolac... And then I had a pretty catastrophic uterine rupture. Kind of hurts a little bit to see these in my recommendations now that I’m probably not going to be able to have any more children. At least I and my baby are alive and well.

[@ayeshasiddiqua4747]

How many C-sections you had before trying vbac?

[@maiynnai]

Great timing haha, i'm due April 4 and would like to try a VBAC. Looking forward to the next VBAC video! My doctor is supportive, but we haven't talked much about it since early on.

[@moebirdy]

We have the same due date!

[@maiynnai]

@@moebirdy good luck! Feeling pretty done at this point, haha :)

[@kaylahill6361]

Would love to know how your vbac went

[@GuessWhooou]

I've had 1 CSection 6 years ago, and I'm going to try a VBAC soon hopefully in 1 week. My baby is slightly big, he is between 2.9-3.1 kg at 35wks 2 days. So I'm trying to induce labor now within 36weeks to 37 weeks of pregnancy, hopefully on 37 weeks exactly. So I've been having cramping since 35wks 6days so hopefully I will be successful

[@catherinecannon6657]

I am super grateful I have found your videos. Thank you for the information!

[@fouodjimelachiostephaniemi8827]

This video is good and perfect.. I had a c section and my baby died... How long can I wait before conceiving again if I want a VBAC

[@lindabass2321]

Fouodji Melachio Stephanie Michele sorry about your lost but 2yrs will be perfect 👌🏽

[@puzzledbeauty8472]

Ok, I had a vaginal birth in 1998. I had c-sections 2005,2007,2008. I want to become pregnant in 2019-2020. Since my c sections were 11 years ago could I have a vaginal birth?

[@kocicakocica]

I think yes Because you've had one succesful vaginal And its been a long time since the last csection

[@JodieC26]

Hoping for a VBAC in April. Thank you for the great information!

[@ummeumar4]

I waited until 41 weeks and then got 2nd csec. Cervix was softened but not opened yet and no labor pains at all. My dr said we cant go for manual induction like membrane sweep etc if the cervix is not open. During the csec dr said that baby had already passed meconium and she told that i wasnt in labor at all. Can you plz tell if there was any way for manual induction and if i could have waited more for labor pains?

[@sarahlavonne]

It's hard to tell bc I wasn't there :/ In theory you can do what you want but if your doctor was concerned about your safety... I'm not sure! Glad both of you are healthy and happy!! xoxo

[@Chispiitah21]

If the baby passed meconium they're supposed to make an emergency csection because that means baby is under stress for any reason. As you know, the baby aspirates amniotic fluid, so if meconium is present, it can lead to baby getting MAS (Meconium Aspiration Syndrome) which is lungs inflammation and might develop breathing problems after birth.

[@ObeyKimbriaa]

I had preeclampsia and had my first child at 30 weeks. I’m so worried but my doctor wants me to have a vbac.

[@nephfey2605]

I had pre eclampsia at 32 weeks my daughter. 7 years later in trying for a vbac if you dont want a c section you DO NOT have to have one unless its emergency

[@summerbrown233]

Thank you so much for doing this video! I'm pregnant with twins, had a C-section with my son almost 6 years ago and really wanting a VBAC!! You helped me SO much! I didn't realize the risk for uterine rupture was so low! You also helped me come up with a list of questions for discussion with my OB. Thanks tons sis!!

[@nanababe.7809]

I had a c section then I had a vaginal birth .. I had a 3rd degree tear 😣 I am c currently 6 months pregnant now .. Can I have a vaginal birth or would I tear more ??

[@cheychi3099]

Thank you Sarah. Can VBAC be possible after 12 months C-section

[@innadream3087]

Hi doctor, please could you help me. My sister in law had a birth by c section last novembre and she found out that she’s pregnant again (8weeks). She’s been at the doctors the other day and they told her that she has to abord because she could get a rupture. She was very mean and tactless. Didn’t let the information sink in and booked an abortion for Wednesday. She’s lost and doesn’t know what to do .. since she got pregnant she did notice her scar getting a bit wet but it’s only 1cm of the scar other than that she’s been feeling perfectly fine. She is willing to see another hospital and another doctor to make sure but the previous one didn’t look like she was really trying to help. She was very pushy and agressive.

[@PBandJessii]

you can still be a candidate if you've had 3. the risk is no more statically from 2 to 3. this really discouraged me.....

[@lizad8627]

I still feel the push to have a c section after my first baby who has shoulder dystocia, but I read up on it and the solution to prevent this isnt c section. I'm really annoyed. i told them no c section.

[@ravenwrenn5111]

I had my first daughter almost 4 years ago c section, this pregnancy I'm shooting for vbac my dr was all for it but now all of a sudden she's pushing me for a c section...... I'm going to be 25weeks and she wants to make me have a c section at 26 weeks..... She said if I can go onto labor naturally I can try but who goes into labor that soon naturally?!?! My biggest concern is that with my 1st c section I got lots of infections and was in and out if the hospital the 1st year of my daughters life.... So I feel like having another c section is the wrong way to go..... I feel like more could go wrong opening me up again I'm very upset and confused....

[@humanbeing3946]

Sorry to hear about your situation. Is there any real, serious complications in your pregnancy that made your doctor suggest to you to have such early premature labour at 26 weeks? What is her solid reason? Personally I don't think I would follow your doctor's suggestion. I strongly feel such a planned early premature labour is unnecessary, even dangerous to your baby. I think you should seek second opinion from another Obgyn doctor. The chances of your baby surviving outside womb after 26 weeks is not that high.

[@itsErikasaurus]

What are you opinions on obese patients attempting a VBAC? I know that obese patents can have a harder time laboring or not progress. I have done tons of research and from my understanding the only thing I have going against me is my weight. I had an AWFUL induction because I was uneducated and I trusted the hospital staff to make the best choices for me. They didn’t. I stayed in 1 position for 30 hours and I was bullied into a epidural because “this is when the anesthesiologist has time”. They pumped me full of pitocin and did nothing else to help. I was induced because of low fluid. I was over the threshold but they chose to start the induction anyway. I labored first 30 hours and fully dilated but had a c section because my son was transverse and could come down the birth canal. My OB says they don’t allow VBACs for bigger patients because of the additional risks involved. Thoughts? I think I could let for of the idea of TOLAC if I was assessed as an individual instead of a statistic or a “what if”.

[@tinkjma123]

itsErikasaurus I had a 12% chance of a successful vbac because I’m obese and it went great! I’m trying for a 2nd vbac in a few weeks.

[@kellherman]

I’ve had 2 c-sections and just had a specialist look at my scar. He said it’s too thin to try for vaginal labor. He said it’s too dangerous and wouldn’t let his wife try if she were in my situation. I’m crushed 😭😭😭. If this is my third c-section, I’ll probably never have a vaginal delivery 😭

[@sarahlavonne]

I would get a second opinion 😘

[@krystyna1993]

I know it’s late, but it’s better to consult another doctor

[@GabrieleSloyan]

Hi hun I want natural birth to but I duno if they will let me

[@katjavestergaard489]

Hey! havent had a baby yet but hopefully one day. Love your videos. Question..what's your opinion on delivery position? Is it better to squat giving birth than lying down? More natural/safe? Thanks :)

[@claritarejoice]

why is a VBAC a higher risk of litigation for providers than a c-section? Can't they get sued no matter what? If there are higher lawsuit rates with VBACs, wouldn't that mean the procedure is more risky?

[@ayeshaakram7216]

claritarejoice that’s a very good question.

[@BabyChristianBibleStudy]

Should I have tolac ? My son was breach so I had a c section with a transverse incision at 40 weeks and I hemorrhaged afterward because my uterus wasn’t contracting. I did not need a blood transfusion and it stopped with Pitocin and fundal message. My son will turn 2 July 21 2024 and my current pregnancy is due august 10th 2024

[@emilyvillavicencio6470]

I had my daughter 2 years ago and am due with my second child in August...I had to get an emergency csection with my daughter when I was 8.5 centimeters due to her heart rate getting too low. Turns out my placenta detached and had blood clots in it. I’m hoping my second birth is easier and I don’t have to get a csection.

[@bestsareescollectionbyshay4332]

How was your VBAC experience? Me too had same emergency C-section for the same reason 3.5 years back. Please guide dear

[@gedeonhayagasino7722]

Hello, my wife have the same situation.. How was your vbac? My wife is at 37weeks now.

[@ГорданаГ-ф4ь]

Jeah! Vbac class!❤️❤️❤️

[@Azee1818]

@Sarah Lavonne please guide about what to do when baby head is not coming down in 40 weeks

[@BethR-vf8ne]

I would love to have a vbac whenever we get baby #2, as my first was an emergency c section and not at all my birth plan.

[@marissafranklin3281]

That’s how I feel. I gave birth 11 months ago via Emergency Caesarian but I’m 4 months pregnant now. I want VBAC but they’ve told me it’s not likely.

[@BethR-vf8ne]

@@marissafranklin3281 I'm sorry to hear that, hopefully you and your doctor figure out a plan that will make you happy

[@semhartesfamichael3143]

​@@marissafranklin3281how you did mom

[@marissafranklin3281]

@@semhartesfamichael3143 I’m doing good and my babies are healthy. But I did wind up having another c section.

[@jamie-leedonnelly1056]

Hey on my 4th pregnancy and I’ve learnt more from you then anyone else your better than the classes in the uk 🙈 please please please do some breastfeeding vlogs, milk storing mixing breastmilk, pumping before birth 🥰

[@marifreitas2495]

Yes vbac class , I want it ASAP ❤️🙏

[@sarahlavonne]

www.bundlebirth.com/product-page/vbac-class

[@ashleymendez8446]

So much love going your way Sarah!!!! 💕

[@adicajabbar6976]

My uterus got ruptured and i never had a CS b4

[@mehrozzaman4483]

Is this possible to have next pragnency after uterus rupture???? Plz tell me

[@humanbeing3946]

What was the reason of your uterus ruptured? According to doctor?

[@mum1mum2mum3mum4]

I've also had a uterus rupture and had no CS before..3weeks ago my baby passed because of this ;,(

[@chinweviviancelestine1817]

Please I want to know because I had rapture last 3 weeks and I lost my baby, when can I get pregnant again, like how many months or year can I wait before I get pregnant.