Is there a way to find out whether my wife deliver normally or through C-Section?

My wife is pregnant for the first time %26amp; her EDD is next month. I'm just curious to know if it can be found out that whether she'll have a normal delivery or through C-Section. I'm really sckeptical as far as relying purely on Doc's word. Pls help.

Is there a way to find out whether my wife deliver normally or through C-Section?
First pregnancies can be unpredictable and doctor's always do what is best for mother and child... So I would say no because it depends on your wife's and child's reaction or levels at the last visit and during the actual delivery...Nice of you to be so surportive and Bless You...
Reply:i had both my children vaginal birth with no pain relievers (normal delivery). however there were problems with my 2nd child and almost had to do a Cesarean. i believe that vaginal birth the and child have a easier time so to speak. the mother connects much stronger during labor with their child. however there is a slit the doctor can make to make it a little easier called an epesiotomy. it keeps the mom from tearing so there isnt such a strong "ring of fire" Goodluck with the new baby there is also a lot of sites on the net about the pros and cons of what to choose. i hope you the best and try to keep mom on her feet during labor, it heps move the labor along. also not all babies areborn on their EDD sometimes up to 2 weeks before and up to 2 weeks after. If you have any questions make sure to ask how much water she is carrying by ultrasound to know if she will need help breaking her water. sometimes the woman is in full labor and the doctor will let her go a long time before breaking the water. also try to keep her really calm during labor by keeping her as happy and as comfortable as you are manly possible. love her and tellher this lots during labor and how you are proud of her and how beautiful she is. comb her hair, keep a cool wash cloth handy and make sure to bring lots of things from home that can make her feel more comfortable. XOXOXOX


also check out anything and everything you can about what may happen during the delivery
Reply:There's no way to know. Things could go smoothly and then something could happen that would make a c-section likely. A doctor's opinion is only an opinion based on the current facts. Anything can change at any time. I had a prolapsed cord and found myself being pushed into emergency live-and-death surgery faster than I believed possible.





Just be prepared for the worst and hope for the best -- that's the best you can do. Good luck!





(P.S. Don't use the term "normal delivery" versus c-section. It's vaginal versus c-section. For those who've had the c-section (which can be much harder to recover from than a vaginal delivery) it's kind of an insult to have the other sort of delivery termed "normal" because normal implies a typical delivery that just doesn't exist for most women. Sorry...that's just me nitpicking.
Reply:Not going to know until it's happening. I had 4 normally - almost a c-section with the last but things finally progressed.
Reply:Your wife will most likely deliver naturally. She was made for it, and your baby was made for it.





If you can read the book "The Birth Partner" by Penny Simkin, you can help her to get through labour. It is available at most libraries.





If your wife has an epidural, she is more likely to have a cesarian.





If you hire a doula your wife will be much more likely to deliver naturally - a doula will support her and help her to manage the pain without an epidural. Check out http://www.dona.org . If you can not afford to pay one, you can usually find a volunteer who has completed her training but is not yet certified, it is a good idea.
Reply:No. Only on the date of the delivery. Trust your doc.
Reply:It all comes down to how the labor goes. If she has had a healthy pregnancy, odds are your doc will let her go into labor naturally. If there are complications, or she goes post-term, she may be induced. Either way, if labor goes smoothly, and remember, odds are that it will, then she will deliver naturally. If something were to become complicated during the labor, the doctor will make the decision whether or not to perform a c-section. The reasons for this would be stalled labor, baby is showing signs of stress, or a medical problem with the mother. The important thing to remember is that it is your baby's birthday! No matter how this miracle comes into the world, it is a good thing. Your wife will recover wonderfully from either procedure. I was induced due to gestational diabetes, and everything went smoothly and I have a wonderful daughter. Good luck to you and your wife!
Reply:NOPE. Sometimes everything goes smoothly until the kids head pops out and won't go any further. Then they have to perform a "crash" c-section. OR something may not look good to the OB and they'll just decide an hour beforehand. Take it easy, relax, and tell mom to do so too.
Reply:In the medical field doctors make no promises because the unexpected can always happen. Sometimes the baby can do funny things trying to go through the birth canal. If the doctor feels it is necessary to do a c-section they may decide to do one at the last minute while you're in the delivery room if they discover something wrong. Don't worry too much everything will probably go fine and you'll have your baby delivered vaginaly.
Reply:There's no way to be 100% sure until the baby is born. I was planning on a vaginal birth thrughout my whole pregnancy, but I had this nagging feeling that I needed to prepare for a c-section. And it's a good thing I did, because when I went to the hospital to have him, he was trying to come out bottom-first, but his feet were stuck up over his head, so I had to have a c-section.





A concern you might want to address is why you're so skeptical of what the doctor says. Is it just because he's telling you something you don't want to hear, or do you not like him? If you and your wife are uncomfortable with him, you should find another doctor.





I switched doctors halfay through my pregnancy, and I was so much happier with the second group.





Good luck, and congrats on the baby!
Reply:There is no way to know for sure if your wife will have a vaginal or cesarean delivery unless the doctor has told you that your baby is breech or there is a pre-existing life threatening complication where labor would be dangerous for the mom or baby. What does your doctor say about it now?





The best thing you can do is to be prepared for either. Educate yourselves and make a birth plan but be prepared to deviate if an unexpected situation arises.





Congrats!
Reply:Theres no way really to know (that i've heard of), unless the baby is having complications then they'll do a c-section. I was in labor for 21 hrs with my first. I pushed for 2 hrs straight only to find in the end my cervex was too small. They had to do a c-section. So, its hard to say. Good Luck!
Reply:Unless she has a physical problem she will deliver normally. Most c sections dont come about until she's actually in labor and having a problem..then for whatever reason the doctor will tell you that a c section would be better for both mother and child
Reply:When i was about 6 months my Dr told me he did not think i would deliver vaginally. I thought he was full of it. he said my babies BPD (bi-pariatal diameter, or something) in the ultra sound showed that he had a large head across ways...yep. very confusing! I was certain i would be fine but it was not to be. After a 32hour labour i had an emergency c-section. It was very distressing to us all. I say listen to ur Dr and ask heaps of questions. If u get a different Dr for the delivery (as i did) then u can tell them wat ur Dr has said. Wishing u both the very best. Good luck %26amp; remember to take lots of pics, especially if ur partner is put under!!!