Advantages And Disadvantages Of Each Method Of Birth

As the birth date approaches, many mothers become anxious and begin to prepare for the birth of their baby. which should be prepared in various aspects, both physically and mentally As well as learning how to give birth and the pros and cons of each method. To help mothers plan their birth with confidence and relieve anxiety before and during birth.

There are two popular ways to give birth today: natural birth. and cesarean section The details are as follows.

natural birth  It’s a method that mothers often choose to use. Because it is quite safe for mother and child. This method requires minimal medical assistance. But if necessary, pain medication may be required. Or use the method to accelerate birth as well. You may also use tools to help with birth, such as forceps, vacuum suctioning of the baby’s head, etc.

In addition, there are now other natural birthing methods that help mothers relax more during birth, such as water birth ,  etc.

Advantages of natural birth

• Most natural births are less dangerous. Therefore, there are fewer risks or side effects to the mother and baby than a cesarean section.
• Mothers who give birth naturally are more likely to endure pain and feel proud when the birth is successful. Makes you more likely to choose a natural birth method next time as well.
• Mother will be awake all the time. This allows you to adjust your position during labor to feel as comfortable as possible. It also helps the mother to be aware of the birth process at all times.
• It may help some mothers cope better with pain experienced during labor. In addition, family members can join in giving support along with the mother during birth.

Disadvantages of natural birth

• The perineum, which is the wound from childbirth between the vagina and the anus, can tear.
• This method may not be suitable for mothers who have health problems that may affect natural birth.
• Natural birth is not suitable for babies who are not in the correct position. The head is down or the body is larger than the mother’s pelvis. Including babies who are in abnormal conditions. Because it may be dangerous for mother and child.

Additionally, doctors often do not recommend natural birth methods. If it is a pregnancy that is at high risk of complications Including in cases where it takes a long time to deliver or requires the use of auxiliary equipment. This is because analgesics and other pain relief methods used in natural birth do not reduce pain throughout the duration of the birth. It can affect birth.

Cesarean section  is a method of giving birth using an incision in the abdomen and uterus. This method is divided into 2 sub-categories:

• Elective cesarean section It is a cesarean section method that mothers and their families have chosen to use since the beginning. This must be planned and scheduled for a cesarean section in advance. A cesarean section may be performed if the fetus does not turn over. The baby is not in a head-down position. or having an abnormal pregnancy, such as having a low placenta or the mother being infected with herpes or HIV This may put the child at risk of infection if a natural birth method is chosen.
• emergency cesarean section In the case where the mother chooses to give birth naturally But unexpected situations arise, such as having water leaks before the time of birth. Natural birth delayed later than expected or there are complications during childbirth that may be dangerous or risk the life of the mother and child Doctors may consider using a cesarean section to keep both mother and child as safe as possible.

Advantages of cesarean section

• An elective cesareansection allows the mother to know the birth date in advance and plan various preparations.
• Helps mothers and children receive medical help more quickly in the event of problems with their children. Because in the cesarean section The surgeon must discuss and plan with various medical specialists to prepare for emergencies.

Disadvantages of cesarean section

• A cesarean section is considered a major abdominal surgery that carries relatively high risks. Moreover, the wound is also large.
• May cause damage to surrounding organs. There is a lot of abnormal bleeding. or can become infected Especially mothers who have had 3 or more C-sections, who are at higher risk.
• Cesarean section requires sedation or general anesthesia. This can lead to life-threatening complications for the mother, such as abnormally low blood pressure after a spinal block. Or choking from the anesthesia. In addition, it may result in the baby being born lacking oxygen and being cyanotic.
• Cesarean section results in the loss of a large amount of blood. Mothers with blood disorders such as anemia can be life-threatening.
• C-sections are prone to infection and can be life-threatening.
• Mothers experience more pain after childbirth than natural childbirth. In addition, the pain lasts longer and recovery is slow.

If I’ve had a C-section before, can I give birth naturally?

Mothers who have given birth by C-section before can give birth naturally. There are many mothers who are successful in giving birth naturally even after having a C-section.

However, this method of giving birth is not suitable for all mothers. This is because the scar from a previous C-section may result in a uterine rupture that requires an emergency C-section to prevent infection and heavy bleeding. Including preventing damage to the baby’s brain. In severe cases, the uterus may need to be removed to stop the bleeding. and will make it impossible to get pregnant again

Given these risk factors, natural birth after C-section should be strictly under the guidance of your doctor.