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Is It Safe To Have A 2nd Child After First One Is 4 And A Half Months By Cesarean Section ?

Posted on Tue, 3 Jul 2012

Question: I am looking at having another child. I have a 4 and a half month old baby and would like to try for another one soon. I know most recommend 12-18 month wait, due to possibility for uterine rupture. Since I would be having another ceserean section, would it be safe to start trying for another child now? My first was breech, which is why I had a ceserean section. Seeing as I would not be a candidate for VBAC, what would be the major risks for having another one so soon? Thanks!

Answered by Dr. Minoo Bhagia (8 hours later)

Hello,

Thanks for the query.

You can wait till 6 months as chances of uterine dehiscence are more within one year.

You will have to go for the elective c-section second time.

If your age is more than 35 then you can plan a second baby just now but keeping regular follow ups and strict observation under your Obstetrician.

Any further query is most welcome.

Take care.

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