Caesarean and VBAC Group

Supporting you to become the parent you want to be

Caesarean and VBAC Group

A Sussex Caesarean and VBAC Support Group is a new group set up to give support, help and information to anyone who has concerns connected to a caesarean birth.

The number of women giving birth by caesarean section in the UK has increased steadily in recent years. Currently the rates of caesarean births in Sussex Hospitals is one in four - well above the World Health Organisation recommendation of 10%.

Whether a caesarean birth is planned or an emergency, many women. have difficulty coming to terms with their experience, particularly if it has been traumatic. We can help you find support and help if you need it.

We also have information on having a vaginal delivery after a caesarean and can put you in contact with women who have had a Vaginal Birth after Caesarean (VBAC) including homebirths (HBAC), home water births (HWBAC) and Vaginal Birth after two (or more) caesarean (V2BAC).

If you a planning a caesarean birth we have resources and suggestions to help you write a birth plan.

For women who are expecting a breech baby, we have information about your choices and can put you in touch with other women who have chosen caesarean birth or vaginal births, including VBAC breech birth.

We meet on a monthly basis and have a library of useful books you are welcome to look at. The meetings are informal and there will be space for you to ask any questions you have.

Our meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month, from 8-10pm. Please call 0870 421 4845 for more details – you will be very welcome!

Registered Charity No. 801395. Registered Company No. 2370573. The National Childbirth Trust, Alexandra House, Oldham Terrace, Acton, London W3 6NH