If it were me, Numa, I personally would have to give the vaginal delivery a go, and then if it didn't work out in the end- then so be it. It may seem easier just to opt for a c/section and save dissapointment later- but truthfully, I think you would always wonder 'what if..?' - know what I mean?
I had a labour which spanned 4 days (I was determined to have my baby at home in water without drugs), but on the last day (at only 3cms dialated) I was too exhausted so opted to go to hospital to speed things up and ended up with an epidural, episiotomy, etc. I was disappointed that I didn't get the birth I had hoped for, but my saving grace was that I ended up with a vaginal delivery in the end. Looking back, it was the only aspect of the whole labour process that I was really happy with.
I know not everyone feels this way about vaginal delivery, but I just think that, no matter what your views on birth are- nothing should stop you from attempting to acheive the ideal. Just don't consider it a birth 'plan' - more of a birth preference. If you do not get your first preference- you can re-assess and take it from there.
My bub has recently turned, luckily, but she was a perfect frank breach before that.
And I was going for a VB. If you check the stats, (I did, lots!) A VB with a good positioned breach is still safer than a c-section.... not sure with one leg up and one down though...
There are lots of positions that are great for a breach birth, Trill has given you some great links...
Good luck with your decision babe, and bub just may turn yet!!!!
i would try for the VB. esp if your ob is willing(so very few that are).
you will be in hospital so at any sign of a problem you will be c/sed straight away.
also going in to labour first is better for bubs then going straight for a c/s all the hormones help with bubs and your body in the aftermath of birth(either way)
there are some great books on delivering breech babies to so getting in to the idea of a slightly harder labour might help.
would you have your sister there with you?? i think she would be a great source of knowledge for you when you are in labour.
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