https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:59:08 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section/page/2#post-1858678 Thu, 11 Sep 2014 17:48:17 +0000 Synchro Coach 1858678@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Breech baby. Had a successful ECV. Labor started naturally a week later but I never made it past 8 cm after 8 hours of pitocin, breaking my water, etc (20 total hours in labor). Midwife was worried about the baby's heart rate. Midwife and OB on duty thought the CS was the best for all of us. DH and I totally agreed.</p> <p>Going for a VBAC the second time around but if it's not to be, I'm not stressing about it. Either way is fine with me. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section/page/2#post-1857423 Thu, 11 Sep 2014 04:12:20 +0000 imbali 1857423@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wanted one :happy: loved the experience, will have RCS for the next one. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section/page/2#post-1856950 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 17:08:28 +0000 NorCalWayfarer 1856950@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Failed induction --never felt a contraction and never made it past 4cm. C-section experience was very positive. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section/page/2#post-1856857 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 16:03:40 +0000 tillma 1856857@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I labored for two days, finally began to dilate, got to 9cm where I felt like I needed to push. They let me since the feeling was so strong. I pushed for two hours at which point I asked for a CS because I was EXHAUSTED. Turns out that part of my cervix had never effaced and LO was not only sunny side up but crooked :bummed: My OB's exact words when she opened me up: "Oh dear, this never would have happened naturally" </p> <p> I was happy with the CS in the respect that I could not have gone on at that point, I had put my all into laboring and pushing and had had VERY little sleep in three days time but I was unhappy with not being able to see my baby right away and not being able to hold him until about 45 minutes after. I was also in a lot of pain because I went through so much to have him and it ended up being a MUCH tougher recovery than I had expected. It was about 7 weeks before I could drive or get up and go to the store for 20 minutes. It was hard.</p> <p> I am torn on which way I would like to go the next time. On the one hand would like the easier recovery, onth e other am terrified it will turn out the same way. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section/page/2#post-1856839 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 15:52:28 +0000 Purpledaisy 1856839@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Labor stalled at 7 cm even with pitocin, baby's heart rate was super high for hours, and I was having a lot of bleeding that they could not find an explanation for. It was a good experience overall. I am not sure if I will try for a vbac next time or a rcs. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section/page/2#post-1856252 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 11:35:20 +0000 GrapeCrush 1856252@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>The first was after a 'failed' induction. After 10 hours on pitocin I had only progressed to 'maybe a 2', baby's heart rate dropped and wasn't rebounding great. Doctor said we could wait a little longer, or do a c-section. I decided on the c-section. Once in there the doctor said that my pelvis isn't really conduscive for vaginal delivery, but doesn't mean I couldn't try next time. </p> <p>The 2nd was a scheduled c-section due to the fact that it was 15 months after the first, and I didn't feel comfortable trying for a VBAC that soon after the first. </p> <p>I honestly don't feel like I missed out on anything. My body just requires me to have babies a different way than the 'norm'. I had a great recovery the first time and the 2nd wasn't too bad, except for some severe pain from a tight stitch(that the doctor needed to do because of weak uterine tissue, he didn't want to risk an incisional hernia), everything went well as well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section/page/2#post-1855990 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 09:41:14 +0000 CakeLady 1855990@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had a scheduled c section because of a previous myomectomy, OB said risks of labor were too high. Overall, it was a really good experience and because of the previous surgery I was somewhat prepared for the recovery.</p> <p>@Mamaof2: I totally agree that a scheduled birth is pretty awesome. I showed up at the hospital at 10 and by 12:21 DS was born! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855911 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 09:00:41 +0000 oliviaoblivia 1855911@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had a slow amniotic leak and mild contractions starting Friday. They started an induction Saturday with cervadil as I want dialated at all. Provision on Sunday afternoon, hardcore contractions all night and then all day Monday. I made it to 4-5 cm before the baby had heart rate issues. Had an emergency c-section almost requiring forceps just post midnight Tuesday. Baby was over ten pounds with a 15.5" noggin.</p> <p>If #2 is just as huge I'll likely do the repeat. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855886 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 08:40:25 +0000 LuLu Mom 1855886@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>After 2 1/2 hours of pushing a very large sunny side up baby I caught a fever, ad her heart rate was high and they were worried of infection so I said "lets do a C-section" and I rushed in and had my baby 20 minutes later. </p> <p>With this baby, I will have another scheduled as it was decided by both my provider and me that I did not want to attempt a VBAC due to narrow hips and a history of big babies. Already have my date picked out and will schedule at my next appointment. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855881 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 08:35:51 +0000 alohaorchid 1855881@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Dandelion: Love your response! I have known for years that I would prefer a c section </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855867 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 08:31:59 +0000 Nskillet 1855867@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>They called a section after 3 hours of pushing a posterior baby who was seriously stuck in my pelvis. She was born with the most insane cylinder head ever and a small contusion to her skull from where she was caught. My experience wasn't traumatic in the slightest it was just exhausting and I will know in a few weeks if a VBAC or ERC is in my cards! There is a huge part of me hoping I make the section date!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855854 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 08:28:06 +0000 fairy 1855854@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Large baby &amp; I stopped dilating at 7cm </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855830 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 08:10:54 +0000 tequiero21 1855830@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>First one, went into labor on my planned csec date. We decided to try vaginal. Labored for hours but then son's heart rate decelerated and was almost an emergency csec. But it stabilized but they still recommended csec so we went with it. I'm glad I at least attempts so I won't wonder what if....</p> <p>This past one, I went into labor the day of my csec again! But we had already decided we would do csec cuz of the potential complications last time. </p> <p>Recoveries for both went well. The actual procedure was SO much better this time. I was miserable during the procedure for the first time because I had this intense deep chill and I thought I was going to die. I also said I never want to feel like this again, no more babies! Lol. This past one was a breeze both during and after. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855795 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 07:36:31 +0000 sunshineandsushi 1855795@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Twin pregnancy - Baby B never flipped head down, so we opted for the c-section instead of risking a "double whammy." Such a smooth recovery, loved my c section. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855767 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 07:09:33 +0000 petunia354 1855767@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Emergency C-section for preeclampsia &amp; fetal distress. My experience was not a positive one since I was under anesthesia and DH couldn't be with me. Recovery was a bitch because I had to trek back and forth to the NICU everyday for 3 weeks which involved a lot of walking/carrying bags/not enough rest. But it was all worth it :happy: And at least we know what to expect with our next one! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855764 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 07:03:46 +0000 Dandelion 1855764@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Because I wanted one :p</p> <p>I wanted to avoid labor at all costs. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855741 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 06:17:41 +0000 wonderstruck 1855741@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Baby's heart rate kept dropping. I was completely terrified, but I also trusted my doctor and knew it was necessary - they spent hours trying every trick in the book to raise LO's heart rate, but it just wasn't happening. The surgery itself was still scary (I mean, come on, you're completely conscious while being operated on!) but at my hospital they still allowed immediate skin-to-skin and baby stayed with me the whole time, even in the recovery room, so that was nice too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855736 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 06:00:27 +0000 ValentineMommy 1855736@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a kindof "different" reason lol</p> <p>I had a medically necessary c-section because my OB didn't want me to push. I have had 2 torn retinas (and 4 eye surgeries) and they didn't want the pressure/pushing to cause them to re-detach. </p> <p>I am probably in the minority, but I will also add that I was happy about having a c-section. I am a huge "planner" type personality.</p> <p>I will need a c-sec for any future births as well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855713 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 03:47:01 +0000 kentuckygirl 1855713@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Failed induction for me. Started at 1 cm and only dilated to 2 cm after 14 hours of cervadil and Pitocin. Plus baby's heart rate had already decelerated twice. My OB said I could keep trying for vaginal delivery but if his heart rate decelerated again, that I would have c-section anyway. I didn't specifically "want" a CS but am not disappointed. I pretty much expected my induction to end up with a CS. My recovery was great actually. I intentionally took very few pain meds &amp; walked the halls 2 nights after my surgery. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855710 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 02:01:59 +0000 Mamaof2 1855710@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had 2 myomectomys and my OB said he wasn't allowed to risk me laboring so I had a c/s</p> <p>I was secretly thrilled as I was terrified of labor </p> <p>Recovery was a little rough but doable</p> <p>#2 was a c/s as well and that recovery was even easier ( not sure why)</p> <p>Plus I should add scheduling the birth is awesome! You walk in and it's done :silly: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855706 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 01:16:35 +0000 smores 1855706@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had a c-section after 5 hours of labor after which my doctor discovered he was breech! My doctors kept telling us at appts that he was head down but I didn't have an ultrasound past the 20 week one so it was a surprise to us all! It was a very positive experience, even being a last minute surprise, especially since labor was so....horrible! My recovery was pretty easy. I wish I had done some more research about cs before hand so I would have been prepared for everything but there was no reason to! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855695 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 23:43:37 +0000 Woolly Mammoth 1855695@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My son's heart rate was non-reassuring even before they started the induction. I never had pitocin - just a balloon catheter to mechanically dilate my cervix. I started having contractions once it was inserted. I made it to six cm in 9 - 10 hours, but his heart rate was getting worse, so we did the section.<br /> I was seeing nurse-midwives so I didn't even have to ask for skin-to-skin. LO was on my chest while they finished the surgery. I had a very easy recovery.</p> <p>There was nothing dysfunctional about my labor, so I'm supposed to be a good candidate for a VBAC, but I had such a good experience that I might have a repeat cesarean, especially if I could have the same OB perform the surgery </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855683 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 23:11:59 +0000 Espion 1855683@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I tried, I "failed", I had a c-section. And I am totally okay with that. I suspected I would need one, but I gave it a good old college try with an induction starting Tuesday and ending Thursday at midnight. Even the failed experience was worth it and the c-section was worth it. </p> <p>I'm having a repeat section for the next, because they aren't well equipped for VBACs up here and my pelvis is not made to deliver babies the old fashioned way. Thank goodness I live in these modern times... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855679 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 22:47:24 +0000 Grace 1855679@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Stuck at 7 cm, pitocin to get the rest of the way there and couldn't move her an inch in 2 hours of pushing. I've never been so happy as when the dr suggested c-sec. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855659 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 22:16:37 +0000 Mrs.ThinMint 1855659@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had a c-section because I had pre-eclampsia at 27 weeks, and had to deliver after 4 days of strict bedrest and IV Magnesium. Preemies have a very high risk of bleeding on the brain, so they did not want to attempt a vaginal delivery because it could increase his chances of having bleeding on his brain. Also, my body wasn't ready to deliver, so I had a higher risk of ending up needing a c-section anyway. I was fine with needing a c-section because it felt safer to me since we knew he would likely need to be intubated immediately. I had a traumatic 4 days in the hospital before I had E, but my actual c-section and recovery was great. I would do it again, and plan to have a scheduled c-section if/when we decided to have another baby. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855657 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 22:15:58 +0000 Boogs 1855657@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Stuck at 8cm and developed am infection with super high fever so they said baby had to come out via c/s. By this time next week<br /> I'll know how it all plays out with this one. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855623 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 21:28:37 +0000 yoursilverlining 1855623@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had one because after being dilated and almost 100% effaced for weeks, I was at 40 weeks and DONE with pregnancy. Honestly, I went a little nutty; I felt like I was having a breakdown haha, I couldn't take another *minute* of pregnancy.</p> <p>I chose c-section over induction because my OB expressed concern over large baby head size vs. small pelvis size; I was nervous about some serious pelvic and back issues I had due to pregnancy being exasperated by labor and delivery, and because LO had a heart issue we discovered before she was born, where she would be need to be checked by a pediatric cardiologist soon after birth and I didn't want to risk a stressful labor for her. </p> <p>But, TL;DR I wanted one. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855610 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 21:19:18 +0000 Blueberry 1855610@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got stuck at around 8cm for almost ten hours! I pushed for two hours (after finally getting to 10cm) at different angles and baby just would not budge! I labored for 22 hours total before his heart rate became too low and the nurse noticed he had probably swallowed some meconium. Emergency c-section for me! It honestly took me a long time to get over it emotionally because I really wanted the experience of a natural med free birth, so the recovery was especially hard because I was so sad about it. It's all good now! I'm due with #2 in March and my doctor is 100% on board for a vbac! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855609 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 21:17:26 +0000 Mamasig 1855609@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I chose to have a scheduled section with my 1st because of his size. At 37 weeks, an ultrasound had him at 9 lbs 3 oz. Two weeks later he came out at 10 lbs 9 oz. </p> <p>I feel like some on the boards don't feel like that's a good reason. Well, to me it was. I knew he was big and was not coming out vaginally. I had a feeling all along. I don't feel like I missed out on anything. </p> <p>My second was a repeat c section. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/why-did-you-have-your-c-section#post-1855599 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 21:05:42 +0000 NurseDMB 1855599@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had a scheduled csection because DS was breech my entire pregnancy and never ended up turning. </p> <p>Overall I had a pretty good experience. I do not have any issues with having another repeat csection, although I would like to try a VBAC with our next baby. </p>