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A cesarean\xa0section, also known as a C-section, is a surgical procedure to deliver a baby through incisions in the mother's abdomen and uterus. You and your doctor may plan a cesarean birth if you have a complication that would make a vaginal delivery difficult. Every expecting mother should be knowledgeable about cesarean birth, even if that is not your primary birth plan. In the United States, one in three babies is born via cesarean. Often, unplanned circumstances in labor lead to a cesarean birth. Labor is an intense experience, and a lot can happen that puts you in a position where you or your care provider has to make quick decisions and may not have time to explain your options at length. Knowing what to expect in a cesarean birth will better prepare you for labor and give you confidence to navigate any scenario. \xa0 \xa0 Thank you to our sponsors \xa0 40% off your first\xa0Hungryroot delivery and free veggies for life. Pregnancy is the perfect time to clean up your diet. Eating healthy whole foods can take a lot of planning, shopping, and preparation, and Hungryroot makes this so easy. Everything that Hungryroot offers follows a simple standard: it has to taste good, be quick to make, and contain whole, trusted ingredients. Hungryroot is the easiest way to get fresh, high-quality food delivered to your door. They\u2019ve got healthy groceries and simple recipes, all in one place. \xa0 Try AG1 and get a\xa0FREE 1-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE AG1 travel packs with your first purchase.\xa0Each serving of AG1 delivers your daily dose of vitamins, minerals, pre- and probiotics, and more. It\u2019s a powerful, healthy habit that\u2019s also powerfully simple.\xa0 (As a friendly reminder, pregnant or nursing women should seek professional medical advice before taking this or any other dietary supplement.) \xa0 20% off\xa0Mommy Steps\xa0or\xa0Form\xa0insoles with the promo code FEET. Studies show pregnancy can make your feet grow. In one study, 61% of participants had a measurable increase in foot length, and 22% reported going up a shoe size. The thought of going up a shoe size and having to replace every pair of shoes you own might freak you out. The good news is that wearing insoles can protect your feet from going up in size. \xa0 \xa0 Read the\xa0full article and resources that accompany this episode. \xa0 \xa0 Join\xa0Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more. \xa0 \xa0 Check out the\xa040 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners. \xa0 \xa0 For more evidence-based information, visit the\xa0Pregnancy Podcast website.