Almost one-third of births in the U.S. are delivered by cesarean section — or C-section. Surgical births are performed in the hospital, with a medical team present. Gentle C-sections allow you more ...

A caesarean (or C-section) is when a cut is made in your tummy and womb to deliver your baby. In the UK around 25% of babies are born via Caesarean section. Around 10% are elective C-sections (i.e.

A cesarean section represents a significant medical decision that doctors don’t recommend lightly. While vaginal deliveries remain the preferred method for most births, specific circumstances can make ...

For most new mothers, a Caesarean section (C-section) becomes necessary for different reasons during pregnancy or labor. While this surgical procedure helps deliver babies safely, it comes with its ...

An emergency C-section is given when the mother or baby is in severe distress. A prolapsed umbilical cord, placental problems, or uterine rupture may prompt an emergency C-section. Once the medical ...

Emily had a bad feeling about her Caesarian section before it started. The epidural had numbed her legs, but she could sense the catheter in her bladder, which seemed wrong to her as a labor and ...