5 Common myths associated with C-Section Delivery- Dr. Helai Gupta
In today’s era, new moms to be have developed different opinions about birthing techniques. Some strongly demand for a vaginal delivery, some wish to opt for C-sec just to avoid labor pains and many more. All these opinions are based on several myths and facts associated with delivery patterns. Doctors guide the patients the correct delivery pattern based on several factors most important being the maternal and fetal health. Following are some myths associated with caesarian section and their reality:
Myth 1: Once A C Section, Always A C Section
Reality: It is a very strong belief among women that if you've had one delivery by C-section then every pregnancy thereafter would
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Women who undergo C-sections would feel pain for at least two weeks after the procedure. We may concede that women who have had c-sections don’t have to battle torn vaginas for the rest of their lives, but they do get to battle three-inch scars just above our pubic bones and lifelong nerve pain and numbness in lower abdomens.
Myth 4: You Will Have Trouble Breastfeeding If You Deliver Via C-Section
Reality: A woman's method of delivery does not impact their ability to breastfeed. Your transition from colostrums to mature milk is slower. Women having vaginal delivery generally experience the onset of mature milk 3 days after delivery, whereas those having cesarean deliveries experience it around postpartum day 4. There are ways to facilitate breastfeeding after a C-section. Guidance from a lactation counselor or an attending nurse can help.
Myth 5: Mother-child bonding is less after C-section
Reality: This is absolutely false. This makes no difference in maternal child bonding after C-section. In fact, as these days’ caesareans are done under regional anesthesia, in which the mother is awake during the procedure, she can immediately start bonding with the
Even in today’s modern world, we are still able to apply the quotes of the great playwright William Shakespeare to help give a bit clarity to events taking place in the world today. An example of this is a quote from him that explains how a few implements may not make any sense at first, but there’s a favorable point behind it. For example Shakespeare states, “Though this be madness, yet there is method in’t”. With that, we can conceive that this quote clearly means that an action/choice may seem completely illogical to you, but there’s a beneficial purpose behind it.
Caesarean sections are a common form of birth in the 21st century. Caesarean sections are performed in a variety of situations including complications in birth, emergencies, and high risk pregnancies. Usually, once a mother has one Caesarean section, all babies after will also be delivered by Caesarean section.
Despite the fact that the percentage of caesarean births in the U.S. has stabilized - it increased continuously from 1996 to 2010 from just more than 20% to 32.8% - practically one-third of babies are given birth to by C-section every year.
In depth discussion of planned and emergency C/S deliveries were also discussed. Planned C/S births were defined as “breech presentation, multiple pregnancy, preterm birth, small for gestational age, placenta praevia, morbidly adherent placenta, cephalopelvic disproportion in labor, mother-to-child transmission of maternal infection, Hepatitis B and C viruses, Herpes, and maternal request for C/S birth was outlined” (National Guideline Clearinghouse, 2011). An in-depth outline of anesthesia and surgical techniques followed. It seems that this source addressed nearly every type of C/S birth technique, including “method of placental removal, exteriorization of the uterus, closure of the uterus, peritoneum, abdominal wall, and subcutaneous tissue, use of superficial wound drains, closure of skin, and even timing of antibiotic administration and thromboprophylaxis for C/S births. Care of the woman after C/S surgery, routine monitoring, pain management, eating and drinking after surgery, and removing the urinary catheter after C/S surgeries was also discussed(National Guideline Clearinghouse, 2011)”. There is even a benefits/harms section that looks at potential risks and successes of C/S deliveries. The National Guidelines Clearinghouse
The intent of this paper is to examine effective solutions for reducing cesarean deliveries. Cesarean deliveries involve more risk to both the mother and baby than vaginal births do. Cesarean deliveries have a higher potential of complications than vaginal births. Cesarean deliveries cost more, require longer hospital stays, and require more resources—both human and systemic—than vaginal births.
I believe expecting mothers need to seek guidance from their doctor on whether or not she should have a vaginal birth, or follow through with a "Elective" C-Section. I feel like women are so concerned about their rights, and though our female rights are important, I also feel that we need to seek guidance from those that are medically trained to see what they think is going to be best for the mother as well as the child. If the doctor feels that the mother and the child will be okay with proceeding with an "Elective" C-Section, I think it is so important (more important than the doctor's opinion) to seek our Heavenly Father's will. Our will might not always be His will, and it is important that we come before Him in all things in order for
7. Cesarean section are restoratively shown in only 15 percent of births. Despite the fact that it is safe, it builds difficulties after birth and decreases breast-feeding. There is a concern toward the delicate life of a baby that requires long-term, and excessive supervision.
A Caesarean section/C-section is when you deliver a baby through a surgical incision from the mother’s abdomen and uterus. A C-section would have to be scheduled in advance, which would be called an elective caesarean. An elective caesarean is when a pregnant woman decided to plan a caesarean section, because of personal circumstances and preferences which include having a previous caesarean sections, baby is positioned bottom or feet first and can’t be turned which is called breech, the cervix is blocked by the placenta, the baby is lying sideways and is not able to be turned by the doctor, twin pregnancy having the first baby positioned bottom or feet first, and having more than three to more babies. This procedures is also very similar to
I was very surprised to learn that elective C-sections were actually something that was done. I had always just assumed that C-sections were only done in emergency situations/complications, when babies were breach, or if the mother had had prior C-sections. Women often choose an elective C-section because they think it is more convenient than waiting around for labor to occur on its own. Other mothers have the idea that it will be less painful or prevent tearing, sexual dysfunction, or other complications that go along with vaginal deliveries. In the film, they started talking about how women in New York were having C-sections and then tummy tucks immediately following. Many people do not consider a C-section a major surgery, but it really
Enjoyed reading your post, it was organize and well thoughtout. I especially liked reading the secton on c-section, you asserted that people tend make C- Section a common thing and not giving birth naturally. What people are you referring to? From my own experience C-Section occurs more fequently in a teaching hospital. Also, although it is one of the most common surgical procedure in the United States, the chances of having a C-Section birth is higher than vaginal birth. According to the consumer report 2016 asserts first-time mothers should be at low risk for cesaran, hose babies are delivering at full term with the head first position. however, in a research nearly six out of ten hospitals increase C-section over the national target for
You will not have to bear labour pains in a caesarean. There is less risk of prolapse of uterus after a caesarean and less sexual dysfunction after it.
Vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) is the name used for identifying the method of giving birth vaginally after previously delivering at least one baby through a caesarean section (CS). A trial of labour (TOL) is the term used to describe the process of attempting a VBAC. An elected repeat caesarean (ERC) is the other option for women who have had a caesarean in the past. The rates of women choosing to deliver by means of an ERC has been increasing in many countries, this is typically due to the common assumption that there are too many risks for the baby and mother (Knight, Gurol-Urganci, Van Der Meulen, Mahmood, Richmond, Dougall, & Cromwell, 2013). The success rate of VBAC lies in the range of 56 - 80%, a reasonably high success rate, however, the repeat caesarean birth rate has increased to 83% in Australia (Knight et al., 2013). It is essential to inform women of the contraindications, success criteria, risks, benefits, information on uterine rupture and the role of the midwife in relation to considering attempting a VBAC (Hayman, 2014). This information forms the basis of an antenatal class (Appendix 1) that provides the necessary information to women who are considering attempting a VBAC and can therefore enable them to make their own decision regarding the mode of birth.
The increase in the rate of CS will result in higher possibilities of future complications. Of course, there’s a reason behind increasing the rate of CS (Chalmers et al., 2010). Some studies showed that planned route of delivery leads to differences in neonatal morbidity, which decreases in vaginal delivery (Geller et al., 2010). Despite a surgical procedure that is performed to protect maternal and fetal health, caesarean section (CS) has recently become a delivery method preferred by expectant mothers beyond a medical or obstetric modality ordered by specialists, if
Delivering vaginally in any if these cases would be very difficult and dangerous not just for the mother, but also for the baby. However, cesarean delivery is not always chosen in advance, it is also used in emergency situations and during difficult deliveries where it may be the safest option about 10 to 15% of women develop problems that lead to cesarean birth (Lenox Hill Hospital, 1)