Why attempt vaginal delivery?
Less risk. A vaginal delivery usually has fewer complications for the mother than cesarean birth. A cesarean delivery requires major surgery and is performed under anesthesia. With a vaginal birth, there is no abdominal incision, so there are none of the risks associated with surgery, and the anesthesia risks tend to be lower. The major risks of VBAC are that the cesarean scar may tear during delivery or that the uterus will tear (rupture). Some types of incisions used in cesarean deliveries are more likely to rupture during vaginal delivery than others. Shorter recovery. The mother’s stay in the hospital often is shorter after a vaginal delivery, and she usually will have less discomfort than after a cesarean birth. Recovery at home is usually faster after a vaginal birth, too. More involvement. Some women wish to be awake and fully involved in the birth process. Since general anesthesia is sometimes used during cesarean delivery, the mother cannot always remain awake and experience t
