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{VBAC} VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER CAESAREAN: Is It Safe For You?

Dr. Jane
September 30, 2026
5 min
{VBAC} VAGINAL BIRTH AFTER CAESAREAN: Is It Safe For You?

Had a Caesarean Section before? Your next delivery does not automatically have to be another CS. For some women, Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC) may be a safe option. For others, a planned repeat Caesarean may be the safer approach. The important question is not simply “Can I deliver vaginally after a CS?” but “Is VBAC appropriate and safe for me?” Dr. Jane, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, will discuss what specialists consider when assessing a woman for VBAC - including the circumstances surrounding the previous Caesarean, the type of uterine incision, the current pregnancy and other maternal and obstetric factors. We’ll also discuss the possible risks, when a repeat CS may be recommended, and why attempting VBAC requires careful assessment, appropriate monitoring and access to timely emergency obstetric care if needed. https://www.youtube.com/live/-Nlc_bjyVXQ?si=yo6DxJyeFc7O90QE