VBAC

What is VBAC?

Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) is a childbirth option for some women who previously delivered via cesarean section (C-section), but who want to deliver their next child vaginally.

Artemis OB/GYN offers VBAC services to meet your needs, carefully monitoring you and your baby’s health throughout your pregnancy. Your doctor can determine if you’re a candidate for VBAC after a thorough evaluation of your medical history and existing pregnancy. 

Who is a good candidate for VBAC?

While many women can go on to delivery naturally following a previous C-section, you may not qualify for VBAC if you have certain risk factors that may jeopardize you or your baby’s health and safety, such as:

• Uterine scars
• High uterine incisions
• Previous uterine rupture

VBAC may also not be right for you if you’ve previously had a uterine surgery to treat fibroids or endometriosis. You also may not qualify if you have a history of multiple C-sections when delivering other children. 

Why should I consider VBAC?

Having a baby vaginally after a C-section may reduce your risk for certain complications. If you’re a good candidate for VBAC, you can enjoy benefits like:

• Reduced surgical risks
• Shorter recovery period
• Individualized birth plan

VBAC also gives you the opportunity to experience natural childbirth and may help ensure you can deliver naturally if you plan to have more children.

How should I prepare for VBAC?

If you’re considering delivering vaginally after a C-section, you should visit Artemis OB/GYN as soon as you confirm your pregnancy. This allows your doctor to evaluate the safety of VBAC for your pregnancy to ensure you qualify. 

They also help you prepare the right childbirth plan in advance and provide comprehensive services that focus on addressing high-risk pregnancy factors that may relate to your situation. 

When it’s time to deliver, your Artemis OB/GYN doctor will likely take special precautions once you enter the hospital, such as continually monitoring your baby’s vital signs and preparing for a C-section if you experience any complications. 

To discuss your options for VBAC, schedule a consultation at Artemis OB/GYN today using the online booking system or by calling the office.