How to cope with uncertainty of VBAC
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@Kiarra Safety is absolutely the priority. Generally speaking, a vaginal birth is safer than a c-section (although obviously not in all cases!) Currently there’s nothing to suggest that a VBAC would be unsafe for me. Where I live it’s standard practice and they don’t let you choose a planned c-section just because you’ve had a c-section before (I know this varies wildly from country to country!) Of course both coming out of it alive is the priority but it’s also valid to feel upset if it doesn’t go how you hope. My first birth was traumatic and I’m very anxious about having a similar experience again
100% on your feelings being valid. Wishing you a vbac because yes it’s definitely safer than a c section. It’s unfortunate that where you live can sometimes dictate the choices of our bodies.
Trust the process. Everything happens for a reason. As long as baby arrives safely, and mom is okay. I think that’s the most important thing to consider. I also had a c section. And I desperately want to avoid another. My baby was breeched and refused to turn. I tried everything inversions, chiropractors, and massages. But my midwife told me there’s probably a reason why she’s refusing to turn. Safety is #1