lollie010 Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 We are so thrilled. Apparently this is pretty uncommon around here. The nurse told us that no one had ever had a successful VBAC after two c-sections at that hospital. It was absolutely awesome--dim lights, beautiful music, a wonderful husband, a precious doula, 2 sweet preschoolers, and then the star of the show our new baby boy. I just wanted to post in case anyone has questions or needs encouragement. Laurel T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennay Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations!!!!!! I had a C-sect, then a VBAC, then another C-sect (I was soooo upset!). Your post gives me hope for another VBAC if we have #4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RebeccaS Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 :grouphug:congratulations on your new little one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jami Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 You totally rock! Congratulations! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawn E Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations! That is awesome. Enjoy your new, precious addition. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie Laurie Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Way cool, congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beansprouts Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations, Laurel!! :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations. It's not very common around here but I think it's because all the doctors tell you such horrible stories of every thing that WILL (not might) go wrong that no one in their right mind will even try it. That said I've had three wonderful easy drug free natural births after two c-sections. They just keep getting easier for me and yet every single time the doctors have told me they think I NEED a c-section and I show up at the hospital and the doctors and nurses all questions me repeatedly, are you sure you are not here for a c-section? Glad it went well for you. Dealing with doctors on this topic is a rant of mine. Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lollie010 Posted January 8, 2009 Author Share Posted January 8, 2009 Thanks so much for the responses. Now, if I could just get the little fellow to sleep. Dealing with doctors on this topic is a rant of mine. Mine too. I wish there was more that I could do to help women in this situation. Of course we did a lot of research and when we finally found a supportive doc. he explained what we already knew--that it was a safe and reasonable option for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations--how wonderful! :party: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 That is awesome. I am so happy for you. :hurray::party::thumbup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratualtions on your new baby!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denise in IN Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations! How exciting for you to have such a wonderful birth experience. Enjoy your little guy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zelda Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veritaserum Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Awesome! Sadly there is really only one VBAC-supportive hospital practice around here. The real trick seems to be avoiding that first c-section. It stinks, though, because sometimes cesarean is necessary. I came close to one with my third baby due to complications but ended up birthing vaginally. I know I would have been really frustrated with dealing with the VBAC issue because I prefer a hands-off, low tech, med-free birth. That can be tough to orchestrate with a VBAC.... Anyway, congrats again! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Wow wow wow! Congratulations, and welcome baby! VBACs are becoming increasingly rare everywhere, and VBA2Cs are even more so. Kudos to your doc for supporting you, and kudos to you and your DH for fighting the battle. I just love new baby announcements :D They make me all :crying: with joy! Thank you for sharing your good news with us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grubbsfamily Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 I am so glad to see that you perservered through all the naysayers, and had a wonderful birth experience. Blessings to your whole family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations! That is fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkwynn Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quiver0f10 Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathmom Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5Youngs Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 WHOOO HOO~ Nice job. I'm a c, vbac, c. I'm so excited for you. I miss the little baby smell and noises! They grow up SOOO fast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieJ Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations! I had 2 C and then 2 VBAC, but mine are in college now..I have heard it is very rare these days. Enjoy the new baby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty in Pink Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 Congratulations!!!!! Wow, you must be on cloud nine right now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maria/ME Posted January 8, 2009 Share Posted January 8, 2009 You know, I'm 40.5, would love another baby and PART of what holds me back(okay there is the issue of my anxiety but that is another story) is the fact that my 1st was a Csec. And here in Maine they don't do VBACS. I've talked to my dr. and she says I could have the baby and hour away, they'd do it...that I could do doula/midwife/home etc....but then I get a bit scared and hold back...would you mind sharing your experience and how you jumped through some of the hurdles the medical profession through your way? Anyone else care to share their experience. I get the feeling I would really have to "fight" for it here....and given the above anxiety issues...well....but I'd love to hear more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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