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VBAC information booklet

Women whose babies have been born by caesarean need really good information if they are to consider a vaginal birth for their next pregnancy. The research says that women have around an 80% chance of success, even after more than one caesarean, yet the figures for vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) are usually much lower than this, even in hospitals where VBAC is encouraged.

Obtaining the information is the hard part. Often women are given part of the story, those facts that are “convenient” for the caregivers and hospital policies. Sometimes the risks of the vaginal birth and the incidence of scar separation or rupture are over emphasised and the risks of repeat surgery are downplayed. It can be hard for women to get accurate, unbiassed details that can form the basis for making a good decision and for finding the necessary care they will need.

CARES SA has produced a booklet that is designed to bring all the facts together to enable expectant parents, and their caregivers, to make considered decisions. This 80 page booklet has been compiled using the research and feedback from women and is a very worthwhile resource. The response in Australia has been overwhelming and as a result CARES has decided to put the booklet on a CD ROM so that it can be posted more easily.

The contents of the book are:

South Australian Perinatal Practice Guidelines

Best Available Research Comparing Risks of VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) and of Planned Repeat C-Section

Women’s Satisfaction with VBAC

VBAC After two Caesareans

Midwifery Care and VBAC

Preparing for a Vaginal Birth After Caesarean

Frequently Asked Questions

I was told…

Homebirth After Caesarean

Uterine Rupture Another Caesarean

Recommended Reading List

Statistics

Glossary

CARES is a not for profit organisation with no funding other than memberships and fundraising. Purchase of this CD will go towards providing VBAC education workshops for women.

The cost is AUD$15.00 including postage within Australia. Add AUD$10.00 for postage overseas. Personal cheques (Australian Banks are acceptable) but for those outside Australia a Bank cheque in Australian dollars will be necessary. Credit card facilities are not available. Cheque or money orders made out to CARES SA Inc.

CARES SA

PO Box 1013

Nairne SA

Australia 5252

Posted by andrea at October 10, 2005 09:48 PM