not pregnant, but I have a question

[A.J.]

I'm 20 and in no way ready for a baby. I can't even have sex right now. But I've been reading some posts on C-sections and I was wondering, is it pretty much the norm with IC patients to have them? I've had IC for 4 years now so it might sound a little naive asking this, but is it possible to have a vaginal birth or just too painful? I assume it varies from woman to woman, but I'd like to know what all of your experiences have been, for future reference to me. Thanks so much!

[ICNDonna]

Many IC patients have vaginal deliveries. It's much easier on the body than a surgery and the recovery period is much shorter. Usually C-sections are only done when there is a condition that won't allow vaginal delivery.

Donna

[ICNJess]

I've had IC for the majority of my life, and if my daughter hadn't been a complete breech, I would have had a vaginal delivery instead of a c-section.