IVF Baby ≠ C-Section Delivery: Busting the Myth with Dr. Abha Majumdar
Introduction There’s a widely circulated myth in society that if a baby is conceived through In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) , the mother must deliver via C-section (Cesarean section) . This misconception often leads to unnecessary fear, anxiety, and surgical interventions. As a fertility expert and obstetrician, I want to make one thing abundantly clear: IVF conception does not mandate a C-section delivery. In fact, the method of conception — whether natural or assisted — has no bearing on the decision of how a baby should be delivered. That decision must be based on medical factors , not myths. IVF Does Not Equal Cesarean: Here’s Why Whether you conceive naturally or with the help of IVF, your ability to have a normal vaginal delivery depends on several clinical and physiological conditions , such as: The position and size of your baby The health and readiness of your uterus and cervix The adequacy of your pelvis Your overall health and pregnancy progression The absence or ...