Anyone have more tips on how to try to avoid a c-section?

How far along are you and what has your Dr said that's made you so paranoid? Your mother's experience is not necessarily what yours will be like. I weighed 1lb 3 oz at birth and was 3 months early but my son was born on his due date and weighed 7lb 15 oz. Let your doctor know that you would like to avoid a c section as much as possible and he/she will do all they can to make sure you deliver naturally. Eating healthy and keeping yourself at a healthy weight during pregnancy can certainly help as can exercise. The only thing that might decide whether you need a c-section before your even begin labor is if the baby is breech in which case there is probably nothing you can do. Avoid being induced - this can prolong labor and lead to a c-sec. I was induced and almost had to have a c-sec but thankfully my baby was born vag at the last minute!