09/04/2025
VBAC: Is Vaginal Birth After Cesarean Right for You?
Many women believe "once a cesarean, always a cesarean" — but that's not always the case.
VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) offers a safe and natural delivery option for many women with a previous cesarean.
Why consider VBAC?
*Shorter recovery time
*Lower risk of infection
*Less blood loss
*Immediate bonding with baby
*Greater chance for future vaginal deliveries
Who is a good candidate?
*One previous low-transverse C-section
*No uterine rupture history
*Adequate pelvis and favorable labor conditions
*Delivery in a well-equipped facility
Safety is key! VBAC should always be attempted under the care of an experienced obstetrician in a hospital setting.
Talk to your OB-GYN about your birth options and whether VBAC is right for you!
