Previous Caesarean Section Pregnancies

Expert evaluation and delivery planning for mothers with a prior C-section, including safe VBAC assessment.

Key Highlights:

  • Careful review of previous surgery details and scar health
  • Safe VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean) assessment where suitable
  • Planned repeat caesarean when VBAC isn't advisable
  • Close monitoring for scar-related complications

Scar-Aware Assessment

Your previous surgery details are reviewed carefully to guide this pregnancy's plan.

VBAC When Suitable

Vaginal birth after caesarean is considered for candidates who meet safety criteria.

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Your path to the right delivery plan

Every pregnancy after a caesarean is assessed on its own merits, weighing a trial of labour against a planned repeat caesarean for your safety.

Scar Health Review

Assessment of your previous surgery and healing.

VBAC Assessment

Considered when you meet the safety criteria.

Safe Delivery Plan

A clear plan agreed well before your due date.

Compassionate care at every step

Planning starts early so you and your doctor can agree on the safest delivery approach well in advance.

Step 01

History Review

Details of your previous caesarean and any complications are reviewed.

Step 02

Risk Assessment

Evaluation of scar health and suitability for a trial of labour (VBAC).

Step 03

Delivery Planning

A confirmed plan for VBAC or a planned repeat caesarean, agreed well ahead of your due date.

Frequently asked question

For many women it is, provided certain safety criteria are met ÔÇö your doctor will assess your individual suitability.

It varies by individual, but each subsequent caesarean does carry slightly higher risk, which your doctor will discuss with you.

Factors like scar type, reason for the previous caesarean, and current pregnancy complications all play a role ÔÇö this is assessed on a case-by-case basis.