What happens if I need a caesarean section?
If you need a caesarean section your doctor will inform you about it during the labour and discuss reasons for why you may need it. In some cases they may need to act first especially if the baby is becoming increasingly tired. The majority of caesareans are performed under an epidural or anaesthetic. It is best not to worry too much about whether or not you will require a caesarean as many women are usually able to have a natural vaginal birth.
FAQ:
- Giving Birth FAQ
- How do I know if I am in labour?
- What do I do if my waters break?
- What are the stages of labour?
- What positions are best for giving birth?
- What can I do to avoid an episiotomy?
- Is it safe to eat and drink in labour?
- What happens if I need a caesarean section?
- How does breathing help in labour?
Pregnancy Guide
- Pregnancy & Birth Guide
- Giving Birth Intro
- The Quick Guide to Giving Birth
- Inducing Labour
- Myths about Labour
- Antenatal Classes
- Childbirth Fears
- Timing Contractions
- Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC)
- Home Birth
- Possible complications in childbirth
- Signs of Labour
- Stages of Labour
- Natural Childbirth
- Water Birth
- Assisted Birth
- Birthing Positions
- Caesarean Section
- Episiotomy
- Giving Birth FAQ
Related Guides
- Pregnancy & Birth Guide
- Guide to Getting Pregnant
- Guide to Pregnancy
- Guide to Giving Birth
- Guide to Pregnancy Tests
- Mother, Baby & Beyond Guide
- Guide to Pain Relief in Labour
- Guide to pregnancy scans
- Pregnancy calendar guide
- Baby calendar guide
- Child development calendar guide
- Guide to miscarriage
- Guide to breastfeeding
- Guide to sleeping for mother & baby
- Guide to birth defects
- Guide to Post Natal depression