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When planning a c-section, your doctor and hospital have made most of the decisions for you. However, there are still many choices you can make, to create the birth experience you desire.

One woman's story of opting for a repeat c-section vs. a VBAC delivery.

You do have a choice.

An examination of why to avoid a C-section including common myths about Cesarean sections, and ten steps to take to help minimize your chance of a surgical birth.

This is a set of the best tips for going into the labor process and trying to have a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean). This is mostly for hospital births, but I do touch on home births, which I do not recommend.

Are moms turning a life-saving surgical procedure into a convenient "out"? Or perhaps the medical community is running scared, needing to keep the malpractice suits away? Find out just where the line is being drawn.

Vaginal deliveries are often considered safe but when uterine rupture occurs, a c-section is usually required.

The following is an overview of the ways in which the Native American population has reduced the incidence of cesarean section among pregnant women.

In 1990 approximately 23 percent of all live births were by cesarean section. Many of these cesarean sections were performed because of a health risk to the mother or the baby, while others were performed because the mother wanted a choice.

Having a cesarean section for the birth of your baby is different from having a vaginal birth. If you know in advance that you will need a c-section, read this article to learn how to prepare.

A list of things you can do to speed healing and make yourself more comfortable after a cesarean section birth.

What to expect in a cesarean section.

The cesarean childbirth operation is a safe, simple and increasing common surgical procedure. Physically, it is often less traumatic than natural vaginal delivery. Cesarean delivery is a lifesaving procedure. Its use has increased over recent years.

If you would like suggestions on how to deal with the after effects of a c-section, read on! This helpful guide is sure to help!

It's not always easy to prepare for a C section especially if you do not know what to expect. You may have already had one before and have a lot of anticipation for the next.

The basics of what happens during a text book c-section.

I may not be a nurse, midwife or doctor for that matter but I am significantly overweight and I have had a C section.

Having a c-section is scary, but it's not as bad as you may think. Ten things I wish I knew about c-sections before I had one.

For children with cerebral palsy, the timing of the symptom manifestation, coupled with the type of birth, may determine what co morbid disabilities are present.

Women today face many decisions when it comes to having children.
Should they breastfeed or bottle feed? Should they use disposable or cloth
diapers? Should they have a vaginal delivery or a cesarean?

When doctors decide to perform a scheduled cesarean delivery when there is no medical reason can very harmful to the respiratory health of the baby because it increases the breathing problems of the newborn.

The pros and cons of cesarean births along with a short look at the history of the operation.

This article explains a VBAC and what it means to you. Advantages and disadvantages of a vaginal birth after a C-section are discussed.

How you might be affected by post-partum depression after a cesarean section.

Pregnancy complications, such as placenta previa and placenta accreta, following a cesarean section can lead to life-threatening complications.

For many women, following cesarean section, scar tissue development leads to adhesions and a lifetime of complications. This is an overview of the complications associated with adhesions.

Nearly one in every three babies born in the United States today is born via Cesarean. There are several reasons for this increase. A major reason for increased cesareans is due to the amount of elective repeat cesareans.

The International Cesarean Awareness Network is the sponsor of the annual Cesarean Awareness Month in April. According to the ICAN, cesarean deliveries account for almost one third of all births in the United States.

Cesarean rates in this country are reaching epic proportions. They are more risky and more expensive, yet the upward climb continues leading some to wonder why.

Why the rate of Cesarean sections has gone up and what professionals are saying about it.

The New York Times reported that increasing numbers of medical insurance carriers are refusing to cover maternity services, or demand a higher premium, in women with prior cesarean section.

Are you considering an elective c-section? Please read this article about the risks before you sign away your rights.

This article explores the delivery options a woman has after she has delivered by c-section.

A close look at one of the most over diagnosed indications for a cesarean section.

A woman goes to her doctor and says, "Doc, I'm going crazy. You got to get this kid out of me now!" The doctor reluctantly says that he'll see what he can do. The parents, elated that they will finally get to see their precious baby soon gets ready.

Knowing what to expect from your recovery after a c-section can give you peace of mind. Every woman's experience with her cesarean section will be unique, but this article gives an overview of information in response to some commonly asked questions.

When is it necessary to deliver a baby by cesarean section? There are actually a number of answers to this question.

Birth affirmations are quotes or sayings that you can repeat to yourself before and during birth in order to lift your spirits and give yourself encouragement. Using birth affirmations may be one way to prevent cesarean section.

This article explains the advantages and disadvantages of using sutures or staples for cesarean wound closure and why knowing the options for wound closure should be explained to pregnant women.

It's time for surgery and you feel sick just with anticipation alone. What should you expect?

Cesarean section delivery rates have rose sharply in the past twelve years. One reason may be the increase in obesity in women.

There are many reasons that a woman will have a C-section that have not been considered by the mother. There are plenty of baby books about what to expect, but many simply gloss over the things that "don't apply to them".

The number of cesarean sections performed in the US has risen sharply in the past decade, due in large part to an increasing number of women choosing them for non-medical reasons. Here's a look at the facts about c-sections.

In today's induction friendly society, the question becomes, why not schedule birth? Look here to find out.

With 75 percent of all births delivered vaginally, women, in many cases, are offered scheduled deliveries through the use of labor induction. This is an overview of the labor and delivery process with induction.

My twins were born via an emergency c-section. I had been hoping for another vaginal delivery and I simply wasn't prepared for what the recovery would be like. Here are a few things you need to know in order to have a smoother recovery from a c-section.

Women today almost expect to be given an epidural and even a C-section. Is it any wonder that they have so little faith in their ability to birth?

The emotional needs of a mother who has had a c-section often outweigh the physical needs. Learn how loved ones can have a positive impact on the emotional healing process of the c-section mother.

Since parents can choose exactly when they would like to schedule a repeat c-section, the convenience is attractive. Although repeat C-sections are much more popular than VBACs, there are many benefits to having a vaginal birth instead.

Every expecting mother should be prepared for a possible c-section. There are a few minor steps you can take to ensure that an unexpected cesarean isn't detrimental to your post-partum health.