Whatever you decide to do, just remember that it's you who can make your own decisions and choices. There are plenty of Obs doing unnecessary caesars for all sorts of reasons, I am not saying all do, but I think many could have been avoided if women had more information hence confidence to make their own choices. As the New Idea article highlighted last week, 80% of Ob/Gyns are choosing to have caesars, and many hospitals have caesar rates from an average of 30% and some up to 70-80%. So clearly something is wrong.

HOWEVER

Everyone has a unique set of circumstances to consider. If you want a caesarean after all you have been through and read about then that is your choice, which will be the right choice. I know you are due soon and need to decide what you want to do, it sounds like your Ob is reasonable and supportive so I am sure he will understand whatever you decide. After all, he wouldn't have a job without you, so he should be there to serve you, not tell you what to do according to his philosophy - he should provide unbiased facts and statistics and support you no matter what path you choose.

Good luck - lots to think about but listen to your heart. You will carry this birth with you for the rest of your life. How do you want to remember it?