WHY I'M CHOOSING TO HAVE A REPEAT C-SECTION | OBGYN SHARES ALL

[@carolinepankey21]

I just had my first baby via c-section a month ago and I said 2 weeks into recovery that baby 2 would be delivered the same way. I hated being pregnant and your videos about your lackluster experience really helped me get through it. I also have a strong support system that is making recovery a breeze. If I went into natural labor I would be okay otherwise cut me open and keep it rolling. Praying all goes well with your delivery. Also, my husband and I only wanted two biological kids so just like you it isn’t a concern.

[@RedRoseSeptember22]

No matter which way he is born I pray you are all safe and healthy ♥

[@MsNYCJoey]

Thank you for providing the medical details around what will impact your decision. I love how candid and informative your videos are! Incredibly helpful for women to understand the various factors that lead to different labor outcomes - vaginal birth vs c-section - and the risks and benefits of both scenarios. C-sections are amazing and have saved countless lives (my mom's and mine among them when she had pre-eclampsia) but it's major surgery and doing it multiple times does increase the risk of complications. Wishing you the best of luck with the rest of your pregnancy, Dr. Ali!

[@marerasta]

Thanks for sharing your opinion and decision. It seems you have above and beyond medical support that most VBAC women don’t have, that would help you and the baby even if a VBAC went negatively for you both. As a C section mom myself who is trying for a VBAC, all of your fears are what make VBACs so much harder because we have so much trauma and fear to work through. At the end of the day of course it’s your decision. I suppose I’m just hear to tell you to not give up on your dream of a vaginal delivery. I know I won’t be giving up on mine. I hope all goes well.

[@Happytown7523]

I had a vbac last year. Definitely would never elect a cesarean. My baby was 9lbs11oz, 10 ounces bigger than my first. All that after being told that my hips were too small. Lol. They will tell women anything to sway them in their direction

[@intimacywithclarissa]

You get to do what’s best for you and the outcome of your precious one! My body never recovered from my 1st c-section. Praying for a successful VBac. Actually hoping she comes naturally, and beautifully, at home.

[@sarakreim8226]

Thank you so much for sharing this and being so vulnerable ❤ wishing you all the best for the rest of your pregnancy!

[@kerireilly8533]

I had my first daughter at 28 weeks 4 days gestation. Had pre-eclampsia and IUGR. She weighed 1lb 14 oz at birth. Even though I had a bikini line incision externally, I had a vertical uterine incision and therefore I was never a candidate for VBAC which was fine with me. Delivered my second daughter via C-section 5 years later. Best wishes for a safe delivery for your baby boy!

[@nursegirly3248]

Allie, I absolutely love watching your content. I’m a nurse so I can relate in a way. I do want babies in the future and I also have an anxiety disorder so the idea of birth in general is scary for me. I have no idea what I will decide. It’s good that patients can choose elective c-sections. I know a couple people who have chosen elective c-sections for first babies for mental health reasons. Best of luck!

[@TheCdean94]

37 weeks today. First born was a csection. My dr isn't to found of vbacs.. we went over the risks etc.. but she did say, if I have spontaneous labor & I am progressing by 39 weeks, yes let's try the vbac. So far I am 0cm & not effaced. I know things can change very quickly.. but I'm in the same boat. My csection is already scheduled but if I go on my own, I go! I have no issues this pregnancy, it's actually the best pregnancy I've had. My first was great too, but I was on bed rest for 3 months due to my pprom, but thankfully the hole sealed on its own, but still needed to take caution. Thanks for this video. ❤

[@cluflu5831]

Beautifully explained!!! I've had 1 c-section and 2 vbacs. Currently expecting #4 and hoping for another vbac. From the way you explained your situation I probably would've chosen repeat c-section myself. However my situation was different, no complications in pregnancies so vbac was my best option 😊

[@briannastephensginn4010]

Boy is this video relatable. Young and healthy, my first pregnancy (and only) was AWFUL. Gestational diabetes, severe preeclampsia at 35 weeks and a preterm emergency csection to get baby out for my health and hers. Honestly, good for you for having a second. I’m terrified to be pregnant again. It makes me envy those who had enjoyable pregnancies and labors. It’s very comforting to know someone else went through these things too, and that I’m not alone. Stay strong!

[@beverlywinter7625]

I love how you explained your decision making process. Good luck and can't wait to hear the news of your son being born💙

[@mishadixon3694]

I’m so sorry you don’t like being pregnant! Honestly though I get it, I’d be worried sick all the time too.

[@betsybabf748]

My 4th delivery was an emergency c-section due to a placental abruption which wasn't first known when my water broke at 38 weeks, which then became severe and was realized during labor. I was thrilled when I was allowed to go for a VBAC the next delivery, which was only 11 months after the c-section and was twins. I had already delivered three times vaginally prior so my OBs knew I could deliver vaginally. They were on board with the VBAC as long as there were no circumstance which presented that would cause a need for another c-section. One factor was both twins had to be in position, head down. I went into labor naturally at 36 weeks with my twins.

[@catherinebacon7478]

This was very informative! Good luck with your delivery :)

[@jeankiewlak654]

Makes perfect sense to me. God bless you & your baby 👶 boy!

[@officialmiriisolis]

I love how you mentioned your faith in Jesus. We make our plans, but the Lord determines our steps. I pray that you have a safe delivery! 🙏

[@lilywhite3837]

I’m 6 months postpartum after induction at 36 weeks for preeclampsia, oligo, growth restriction that ended after 10 hours with a placental abruption and emergency C section under general anesthesia. I COMPLETELY agree with the feelings you have surrounding induction. I maintain the same mindset for whenever I get pregnant next. Would love a TOLAC but will happily choose repeat scheduled C section over induction.

[@lilywhite3837]

Also work in healthcare and everyone told me postpartum I had the nurse curse. Totally not helpful after a traumatic birth but funnyish now

[@meechimeow]

I had a vbac after 2 c sections. I chose midwife clinic they have a whole body holistic approach. I remember they scheduled to induce at 42 weeks however I did everything to get things going myself ! Sex , walk , pimrose oil insert, dates, pineapple , everything ! I think sex worked with an orgasm ! water broke later that evening after am sex Gave birth At 40 weeks! Baby born 10.3 pounds A very empowering experience!

[@anaychavez93]

Im currently going for a VBA2C with a midwife as well. Hoping for a successful home birth, last C-section was November 2023. I’m not afraid since rupture after 1 C-section is less than 1% and after 2 is less than 2%. I HAVE a 98% chance of not rupturing. I only ended in 2nd C-section after an induction because of medical staff being against TOLAC, no real medical reason.

[@ashleystorey31]

I delivered 34 weeks induced with a placental abruption for my first, then scheduled C-section due to breech baby with my second. Having the C-section was so much more calming and enjoyable and I would do it the same way if I had to. I think you’ll be happy with your choice!

[@Hotsimone24]

I just had my first baby on 12/19/24. I had a c section. My husband and I know we only want 2 kids. So the next one/last one will be another c section. But I wish more doctors would educate patients on scar tissue after a c section and things patients can do to help minimize it. I have a midwife and she does not have a lot of knowledge of scar tissue or c sections. I get doctors try to avoid doing c sections but that procedure is becoming more common it seems.

[@VictoriaAlbertini-p4y]

I was induced with both my daughters then had emergency c _ section due to gestational diabetes this will be my third child a son Iam doing a repeat c - section for his health and mine this is Heartbreaking not my plan 😢but iam blessed . I feel complete with my children. Thank you for video bc I'm due 1/27/2025 it's so Nice and comforting to know I'm Not alone. God Bless you and your family.

[@OfeliaGmz]

Currently pregnant 29 weeks with my second child. My first was an emergency c section and I’m trying for a vbac definitely nervous about it being successful or not. Congrats to you, wishing you the best. ❤❤❤

[@goldies6909]

Im on my 3rd hg (hyperemesis Gravidarum) pregnancy and i usually have it throughout all 3 trimesters. Can you please cover this topic so its more known and people can be more knowledgeable about it... Its def not just bad morning sickness 😩 my mother in law thinks im just being dramatic even tho ive had to get hospitalized multiple times due to dehydration and not being able to keep anything down :(

[@sjn141]

I know high sugar levels are bad but could you elaborate as to why that is? My OB just said it could make the baby big so I’m curious now. You said in the video is very dangerous for babies to be exposed to high levels of sugar so now my curiosity has been triggered lol

[@softscribbles]

Bigger baby, harder to birth. There are also other complications speaking as a diabetic mum. It’s not always more sugar = bigger baby, there are a lot more risks. Including higher risk of miscarriage & preeclampsia & effect post partum to mum & baby.

[@betsybabf748]

There are many complications besides a bigger baby which you said you said knew anyway. I take it you are asking about what Ali was talking about with the baby being exposed to high sugar levels longer in utero, not the general pregnancy risks with GD which all know. It can cause higher bilirubin and red blood cells counts for the baby, neonatal hypoglycemia, breathing difficulties after birth, etc. I think it can affect calcium levels, but don't know how it does.

[@sjn141]

Thank you ladies! I hate that some drs. don’t go over all the ins and outs, I was just told that baby would be bigger. To be fair I could have done my own research but I put trust in the Dr.

[@Thefunfamily_3582]

I have one child. Unplanned pregnancy, beyond blessed to have experienced pregnancy, childbirth, and child-rearing. Like you, I wasn't a fan of pregnancy. One of the main reasons I'm a one-and-done mother.

[@the_hammstead]

I was induced at 37 weeks due to baby's distress and high heart rate. The labor put so much stress on my body and my baby that it ended in an emergency c-section. Heart failure/fluid in lungs for me, decels and HIE for baby and a month long NICU stay. I will absolutely be doing a scheduled c-section for any future baby(ies). I cannot do all that again. I already live with mom guilt that I put us all through that. :( Your feelings are totally valid no matter which way you go!

[@raeganchandler6823]

Can you do a video about having your tubes tied after c-section delivery? Risks and recovery?

[@DJ-ix7gf]

My doctor seems very hesitant to tolac/vbac for me. It’s frustrating because I saw your last video and it seems like I’m the perfect candidate for one. PLUS I have a blood clotting disorder which is why I’m even more grsidtsnt to do another c section. I don’t know if I should switch doctors or what? I’m only 15 weeks but I’d like to start discussing it more seriously after 20 weeks. Any suggestions on how to deal with a stubborn doctor?

[@alyssabarry8666]

Nurse curse feels so reallll. I’m an ICU PA and had such a sucky reaction with my epidural/spinal. I attempted an ECV with an epidural and the epi got in my blood stream and my HR went to 185. Nothing like an L&D nurse running a code cart to you and your coworkers showing up to the rapid response lol. Then I had c section 3 days later and the spinal didn’t fully work and I could feel sharp pain so the CRNA pushed fentanyl and ketamine and I had quite the trip…like fully tripping. Sooo yeah nurse curse sure feels real even if we don’t believe in luck or curses 😂

[@nanaronhano337]

I had preeclampsia with number 1 diagnosed at 39w0d. Induced the same day foley bulb and then pitocin. Baby got wedged in there OP, chorioamnionitis, funky heart rate, arrest of dilation. Needed an extended cut with the C-section. Hemorrhage and then transfusions. 21 months later insulin controlled GD pregnancy. Induced for oligo and not so great NST at 38w6d. Born the next day and same arrest of dilation and hemorrhage during C-section and transfusion. LGA baby 17 months later scheduled C-section for mild preeclampsia and uncontrolled GD with insulin. Uterine window seen but otherwise totally fine. 37w0d LGA baby 9lbs 15oz 😮 23 months later I had my fourth C-section scheduled for 36w0d. LGA baby, thin uterus and tubal removal

[@lizbeth.c6734]

I cant wait to see your new little bundle of joy. ❤i had 6 csections I want to try for my 8 th baby 👶 butttt . Hubby doesnt want anymore 😢 😔 🤣

[@muznatdraws]

Brah I had first and I can't sleep with anxiety

[@suzanarobinson7162]

Hi just wanted to ask whether you were medically allowed to have 6 c sections??

[@gracemugauri4043]

i had preeclampsia with my first which ended in an emergency c section at 35 weeks but because i knew i wanted more i did some research and found out that diet change might help prevent some of these pregnancy rekated diseases. I went vegan vefore i got pregnant with my 2nd and pregnancy was a breeze and even had a VBAC, i just had my 2nd VBAC last week and i pivk vaginal birth any day, csection was too hard for me. I just think that more should be done to educate people on pregnncy related diseases and maybe studies can be done on how diet affects us during pregnancy.

[@Angelyess]

I have had 2 vaginal deliveries and the last was a c section because he was a big boy and had previously had shoulder dystocia aswell, when we have our 4th and our last baby I will be doing elective c section as of a complication from the last c section it is the safest option, I totally understand not loving pregnancy either I really did not enjoy it at all Wishing you a safe delivery and healthy baby boy 🩵

[@kaisaan5]

Had my first c section got induced with the second and STILL had to get a section 😢

[@veroniquebond1324]

Nurse in postnatal care here et chose exactly like you to have à second c-section. Guest what, il had à anaphylactic reaction to the antibiotic. First question they had for me was... are you a nurse ?? Lol but it was scary.

[@rachelkirby1075]

I’m currently 36 weeks pregnant with twins. I’ve had 5 children vaginally unmedicated and I was really hoping to do it again this time around but unfortunately they have been transverse the entire pregnancy. I have tried all the things to get them to flip and they just won’t. Next week my doctor is giving me my c section date and honestly I’m terrified and so sad about it. Of course them being healthy is the most important thing but I just really prefer to have the minimum amount of medical intervention. I hope and I am working on coming to peace with the situation as well as you have in yours.

[@sarahs.9678]

That sounds really hard given your past experiences and preferences. It can be so hard (the hardest thing) when our hopes and desires aren’t fulfilled in the way we want. Prayers for all the mamas who are currently going through this. Your feelings are valid and you should take all the time and space you need to sort through them. Congrats on your twins and hope all goes well! ☺️

[@crisval631]

I have a question: why would a doctor not want to let patient have a elect c section after 39-40 weeks. I want to try and see if I can deliver but if not I’ll get a c section not induced after 40 weeks.

[@melissaapley6174]

I feel the same. I told my MFM I'm happy to TOLAC with spontaneous labor. Otherwise I'm great with a scheduled csection.

[@edianyshorta2039]

I told my doctor: if I stall if I am not making any progress on my own take me down to the or let me have my baby and go home with my baby

[@MegaTelenovela]

Can you try membrane sweep to encourage spontaneous labour? Or is it not allowed till after 38 weeks anyway...

[@softscribbles]

That’s a form of induction, which she wants to avoid.

[@MegaTelenovela]

@softscribbles I thought the same with my first baby. Yet my midwife corrected me and said its called an augmentation not an induction.

[@betsybabf748]

A membrane sweep is not a form of induction. Most OBs will not do it early, so you may be right about that being the reasoning. I had it done with our 3rd baby, but I was overdue. It did work, and I was in labor the next morning.

[@franwitt3287]

Ali, eu te compreendo perfeitamente. Eu sou médica, não obgyn, e estou grávida do primeiro bebê. Porém, minha família tem um grande histórico de distócias, infelizmente. Nós, sendo médicas, tenho a impressão de ser mais difícil passar por esse processo, porque sabemos especificamente o que pode dar errado e não podemos ignorar ter esse conhecimento. Por outro lado, como pacientes, precisamos ter fé e ter pensamento positivo. Estou na mesma vibe que você. Se eu entrar em trabalho de parto, com dilatação e progressão: aceitarei um lindo e maravilhoso parto vaginal. ❤ Mas ao menor sinal de complicação e risco: aceitarei uma linda e maravilhosa cesárea. 😅 Que Deus nos guie para o melhor caminho pros nossos filhos. 😊❤

[@lisagiannoumis3816]

I think its great youre educated (obviously highly), your doctor is giving you the options. But sitting here saying im a doctor so im going to rupture...not supportive to other pregnant doctors or really any lady who elects a vbac. I cant imagine if i saw a video of my doctor saying this before I had my vbac. Again theres a risk of rupture and if you decided you dont want that risk its your family, your body, your decision and i think just about any woman having had this choice would say im happy you had a choice you feel good about, but saying things like this, like i had a rare thing happen already therefore im going to rupture is so unsupportive to anyone considering a vbac if theyre otherwise a good candidate.

[@anaychavez93]

She literally has 1% or less chance of rupture. I feel she can get more educated, and use more statistics. I listen to DR Stu podcast and he’s amazing educating on birth and VBACs.

[@lisagiannoumis3816]

@ it’s her decision at the end of the day but I agree with you, I chose a vbac because I understood the risk was low. But still I get everyone has their tolerance to risk. I just think her basically being superstitious about it here is ridiculous and not what I’m wanting to hear from a doctor.

[@suzanarobinson7162]

Ive had 3 c sections safely by Gods grace. Is there an unsafe amount of c sections? If anyone can give me advice that would be great. I have 4 but i dont want to take any risks for another c section in future if not advisable

[@blessedblonde87]

My doctor was VBAC tolerant and not supportive. He wanted me to go into labor on my own before 39 weeks as he wouldn’t induce. Why do doctors give you until 39 weeks and not 40 weeks? I’ve had 3 C-sections with tubes removed so I’m done was just curious.

[@meechimeow]

@@blessedblonde87 not all doctors. I chose midwife for my vbac and at my 40 week appointment they scheduled to induce at 42 weeks. However I went into spontaneous labor at 40 weeks 3 days.

[@ganisshroache8859]

With your first were you on medication for BP?

[@joezieman8986]

I agree with you. My daughter in law had a uterine rupture. Not fun.

[@marilizahdez831]

Pregnant with twins. Decide on a elected c section

[@Okayletsgooo]

Honestly vaginal births are not awesome. I’ve had 2 and one c section and I’m due again soon and doing a repeat c section for scheduling, calmness of mind and protection of my baby. Also I hate labor and the post partum experience with that compared to a c section !!

[@mhh_tinasia]

What would you say was different postpartum with vaginal versus csection?

[@maritzah.4039]

My c section recovery was so horrible. Felt like I got hit by a train.

[@Okayletsgooo]

@@maritzah.4039 was it a planned c section or emergency ?

[@Okayletsgooo]

@@mhh_tinasia vaginal makes vagina different especially if you have bigger babies. Planned c sections felt easy peasy compared to labor etc

[@mhh_tinasia]

@@maritzah.4039 I’m so sorry. Are you better now?

[@Urgirl_lex123]

3rd C Section for me coming in April....

[@Peachpie96]

Are you worried about the recovery pain due to scar tissue? My first c section recovery was a breeze and my second was absolutely brutal. And they were 14 years apart

[@neensbarding556]

Oh no, that’s worrying. I have to decide between a vbac and elective c section and my last c section was 12.5yrs ago. I’m having such a hard time deciding and I’m 39wks now

[@Urgirl_lex123]

I had two c sections in less than 2 years... both recoveries were great . So sorry to hear about your experience

[@Peachpie96]

@alirodmd could you weigh in on this as a Obgyn?

[@betsybabf748]

@@neensbarding556 My 4th and 5th births were c-sections, with the latter being an attempted VBAC, after 18 hours of labor with twins, and both recoveries were very easy. I still would always choose VBAC, unless other circumstances presented, just because I personally prefer vaginal births but neither of my c-section recoveries were difficult at all.

[@suzanarobinson7162]

​@@betsybabf748did you have 4 or 5 c sections ? Is there a limit you can and shouldn't have?

[@mackenziemeyer1937]

Brewers diet would have helped with your first pregnancy. And chiro appointments and physical therapy and exercise could help encourage your baby not to be breech.