Birthing options
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Vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC)
If you’ve delivered a baby by caesarean section, you may have a choice with your next pregnancy – a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) or a planned (elective) caesarean. It depends on your medical circumstances, and it helps to know about the potential benefits and risks of VBAC.
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Pregnancy - Pregnancy Topics - Next birth after Caesarean Section (VBAC)
A decision needs to be made about the way a baby is born if the mother has already had a caesarean section for a previous birth. It may be possible for her to have a vaginal birth after Caesarean (VBAC) or a repeat Elective Caesarean may be safer.
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Giving birth to twins
Information on giving birth to twins including where you should give birth, birthing options and what happens if your babies are born early.
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Breech birth
A breech birth requires careful consultation with your midwife or doctor. Learn more on what you need to consider if your baby is in the breech position.
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Childbirth (baby delivery) information | myVMC
There are many ways of giving birth to a baby. Natural delivery (vaginal delivery), caesarian delivery (c-section) and water birthing are popular methods.
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Recovery after caesarean: first six weeks | Raising Children Network
This guide to recovery after caesarean section has tips for wound care, pain relief, practical help, physical and emotional recovery, and breastfeeding.
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