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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP wrote

iknow in the best case scenario vaginal birth is "better" for baby and a better recovery but

- there should not be any quotes around better.  Vaginal deliver IS better for both baby and for recovery.

We all know the obvious benefits of vaginal delivery.  The c-section should only be used for true emergencies.[/quote]

Op here- quotes are valid for my specific case. I have a partial placental abruption and contractions and induction can cause a full abruption where baby would be without oxygen. Especially if stuck or labor stalls. Risk of cerebral palsy or worse is very real with complicated cases.

In a best case scenario vaginal is better but best case scenario doesn't always happen for everyone. Also from my understanding far less trauma from a planned section than a true emergency section after failed induction or labor complications.

Hence why I'm leaning towards tol if I go into labor naturally and my body is ready/already doing it's thing. But inductions before 39 weeks and past 42 do tend to lead to more sections.

I also don't want to base my options solely on the fear of what if. What if the abruption gets worse. What if this GD baby gets stuck, what if my body stalls during induction.

I trust my OB to make the call in the moment but leading up to she is allowing me autonomy [/quote]

I would absolutely go for a c section in your scenario! Zero question. The choice between a zero-risk c section for baby vs “let’s just hope your placenta doesn’t fully detach and baby starts to suffocate” seems like an absolute no brainer. Tell your doctor your top priority is a safe delivery for the baby and that you’re not against c section, and see what she says. The only reason she’s giving you “autonomy” is because some women prioritize vaginal birth over avoiding risk to the baby.

If there is EVER a time to make decisions based on “what ifs” and “worst case scenario avoidance”, this is it. [/quote]

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