How many c-sections?

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urbanhen · 04/03/2011 10:21

Hi,

I have had 2 c-sections, a partial to remove an ectopic (didn't cut into the womb though)and am considering child number 3. It would have to be another c-section, but don't know how many sections it is 'safe' to have?

Has anyone had any similar experiences??

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Phlebas · 04/03/2011 11:24

I've got my 4th section booked for June, I haven't had any problems related to the three previous ones. I greatest risk I think is related to placental problems - if the placenta implants over the section scar it can be dangerous.

Eglu · 04/03/2011 11:27

I know someone who has had 6 cs's. I don't think it is entirely recommended though.

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urbanhen · 04/03/2011 18:26

Thankyou peeps. 6 sections - wow!!

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AlpinePony · 05/03/2011 08:44

I saw a post last week by someone who'd had 5 and was planning 6. :)

serendipity16 · 05/03/2011 10:50

I had my 4th in November & would like another baby.

japhrimel · 05/03/2011 12:03

I've read that 3 is the recommended safe limit but women do have more obviously.

eviscerateyourmemory · 05/03/2011 12:10

It also depends on individual factors, how your uterus is coping with the sections, for example, after my last section (my 2nd) I was told that if I wanted another child I should plan on that being my last, and that they would do the section early to reduce the chance of my uterus rupturing. But I know that some people cope fine with more than 3 sections.

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