Is there anything i can do to increase my chances of having a vbac? is it normal for women to report an emotional loss following a c-section?

Yes, common: Yes, it is very common to experience emotional difficulties around the delivery by c-section. Many women are committed to a normal vaginal birth, and in the absence of this success feel a sense of loss. While there is no physiological reason to be concerned, we often set ourselves up for such difficulty. Limiting weight gain and exercising during pregnancy can help increase the success for vbac.