While some women elect to have a cesarean section, most c-sections are performed because of pregnancy complications like a premature baby, l...

Cesarean delivery, also called c-section, is surgery to deliver a baby.

On January 14, 1794, the first Cesarean section was performed in the US.

A growing number of women are asking their doctors for c-sections when there is no medical reason.

Cesarean delivery takes about 45 to 60 minutes. It takes place in an operating room.

The doctor will make two incisions. The first is about six inches long and goes through the skin, fat, and muscle.

You will be moved to a recovery room and monitored for a few hours. You might feel shaky, nauseated, and very sleepy.

Most women with gestational diabetes can make it to their due dates safely and begin labor naturally.

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