Why Your Doctor Might Recommend a Planned C-Section

What are some of the reasons your doctor might recommend that you have a planned c-section? In this video, Dr. Shelby Dickison discusses some of the conditions that can lead to your doctor recommending a c-section birth. Find out when a c-section might be the appropriate delivery option for you and your baby. Plus, learn what you need to talk about with your doctor when it comes to c-sections. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Learn More About Donating on YouTube: The St. Louis Children’s Hospital YouTube station is intended as a reference and information source only. If you suspect you have a health problem, you should seek immediate care with the appropriate health care professionals. The information on this website is not a substitute for professional care, and must not be used for self-diagnosis or treatment. For help finding a doctor, St. Louis Children’s Hospital Answer Line may be of assistance at (5437). The opinions expressed in these videos are those of the individual writers, not necessarily St. Louis Children’s Hospital or Washington University School of Medicine. BJC HealthCare and Washington University School of Medicine assume no liability for the information contained in this website or for its use.