Ergobaby

If you are currently deciding what you want for your birth or simply want to find out more about the different types of birth, then you've come to the right place. Because today we’re sharing everything you need to know about caesarean sections (also called a C-sections or abdominal birth), especially compared to a vaginal birth. Particularly looking at the pros and cons of each path to help you decide whether a vaginal birth or c-section is right for you and your baby.

What is a caesarean section?

So what’s the difference technically speaking? A vaginal birth is when a baby is born through the vagina. Labour may begin spontaneously and continue until the baby is born, but in some cases labour needs to be started by induction. In comparison, a caesarean section, or C-section, is an operation to deliver your baby through a cut made in your tummy and womb. Here’s a brief summary of the differences between the two, with more detail later on.

1. Procedure

Caesarean section: A surgical procedure