[header] How to decide whether to have a c section [title] Weigh the risks of any pre-existing health conditions you might have. [step] There are some health conditions that can make it safer for you or safer for your baby if you have a c-section. For this reason it is extremely important that your doctor know your complete medical history. 
Conditions that might lead the doctor to advise a c-section include : [substeps] If you have a heart problem that could make going through a vaginal delivery dangerous for you. If you have high blood pressure that makes it important that the child be delivered immediately.