I think Ob's are overly cautious. i would have tried for a VBAC last time if my 2nd sone hadn't been sick at birth ( not from c/s) We opted for ac/s cus we were scared our last son would be sick as well.. and now after 2 c.s I wouldn't risk a VBAC. Some people do and that is their choice but for me and DH we chose a c/s as thats what we prefer

As for going to 40 weeks I think thats a sign of a good OB. if you are induced I *think* you are more likey to have your labour end in a c/s where if you go into labour naturally your body is ready kwim???

As for the risk of rupture. it is very small. just google VBAC and see what comes up. there are some interesting articles out there. I think the main page of BB has some as well..

If I have another scan which shows bub is normal size ( I have GD and grow big babies) and growing normally I am going to try and hold out till 39-40 weeks for the c/s but I don't think that willhappen as bub is already growing a little big.