Vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) isn t impossible but it does have a little risk attached to it. There are various factors that influence a successful VBAC. Generally if you have had a vaginal delivery the first time the second time it is likely to be vaginal too. If you have had a cesarean section (c-section) though there may be reasons why you need to have a c-section again. In some cases it is safe to try for a vaginal birth and this decision is taken by the obstetrician in charge of the case Dr Shantala Vadeyar Medical Director of