Beste Vbac podcasts (2024)

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More of... Where the “Rules About VBAC” Come From: A Deep Dive into US VBAC Guidelines with Jen Kamel 46:23

1d ago46:23

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In this episode of The VBAC Facts® Podcast, Jen Kamel, founder & CEO of VBAC Facts®, delves deep into the specifics of ACOG's guidelines on VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) and elective repeat cesarean deliveries. The episode covers a range of topics including external cephalic version, epidurals, VBAC in rural hospitals, and who makes the ultim…

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75. Part 2: Lizzy's healing freebirth after cesarean (FBAC) 37:18

3d ago37:18

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Get ready to hear Lizzy's transformative freebirth story! If you are not familiar with a freebirth, it is when you give birth typically at your own home without an OB or Midwife. It could be just you and your partner or you and your partner or doula or whoever else you choose to be there. Some highlights from the episode: 🔥 How to build community w…

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Episode 360 Meagan Shares More on Uterine Abnormalities 15:58

4d ago15:58

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Listen to today’s episode to hear Meagan talk all about bicornuate, unicornuate, arcuate, and septate uteruses, uterine didelphys, and more. Though there can be complications, research is limited, and vaginal birth is often possible. Chat with your provider about your birthing desires, and don’t be afraid to get multiple opinions! A Case of Vaginal…

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Episode 359 Flannery's VBAC with a Bicornuate Uterus + Types of Uterine Abnormalities 52:43

6d ago52:43

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Flannery joins us today from Connecticut sharing her story of an unexpected C-section at 35 weeks due to oligohydramnios, breech presentation, and concerns with her baby’s kidney functions. She was also transferred to an unfamiliar hospital for its surgical capabilities. Though she was terrified, her anesthesiologist was calm and reassuring. The to…

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74. Part 1: Lizzy's homebirth after cesarean transfer 55:28

10d ago55:28

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Lizzy had planned a homebirth after her cesarean but plans quickly changed and she was left with more trauma than she arrived with. Understanding the hierarchal birth culture so you can give birth confidently is so key! Some highlights from the episode: 🔥 The cascade of interventions is real and can happen to anyone but there are ways to avoid them…

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Episode 358 Labor & Delivery Nurse Kerri’s Positive CBAC 38:14

11d ago38:14

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“Whatever happens, I just want it to be peaceful, and I want to be present.” Kerri is a labor and delivery nurse born and raised in Kentucky. The only thing on her first birth plan was not to have a C-section, yet it became her reality. We know many of you can relate. She had a medically necessary induction at 36 weeks due to preeclampsia. Kerri de…

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Episode 357 Paige's Maternal Assisted Cesarean in South Korea 1:29:30

13d ago1:29:30

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One of our team members, Paige, joins us today to share our first maternal assisted Cesarean story on the podcast! Our favorite Julie joins too sharing her perspective as Paige’s birth photographer. Paige tried three times to have the vaginal birth of her dreams. Each time ended in emergency Cesareans due to nonreassuring fetal heart tones. Each ti…

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Where the “Rules About VBAC” Come From: A Deep Dive into US VBAC Guidelines with Jen Kamel (Part 1) 54:33

16d ago54:33

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In this episode of The VBAC Facts® Podcast, Jen Kamel, founder and CEO of VBAC Facts®, dives deep into the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' (ACOG) VBAC guidelines. She explains the significance of these guidelines for anyone birthing in the U.S. or working in healthcare. Jen clears up common misconceptions, highlights the differ…

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Episode 356 Jessica's VBAC + Switching Doctors at 37 Weeks + Bait & Switch + Our Supportive Provider List 58:13

18d ago58:13

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“In that moment, I knew that was the last time I would see her. I didn’t know what I was going to do, but I knew I could not go back to her.” How do you feel when you meet with your provider? Are you excited for your appointments? How does your body react? Are you tense or calm and relaxed? Jessica’s first birth began with an induction that she con…

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Episode 355 Alma's Precipitous VBAC After an Induced Labor for Gestational Diabetes Turned to a Cesarean 40:59

20d ago40:59

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Alma’s first birth was an emergency Cesarean after an induction at 40 weeks due to gestational diabetes. Due to COVID-19 policies, Alma’s husband was not allowed into the OR. She did not expect the induction process to end the way that it did, and felt robbed of the positive birth experience she hoped to have. Alma made sure to educate herself on a…

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Episode 354 Meagan & Julie + Hospital Policies Surrounding VBAC 51:52

25d ago51:52

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“Hospital Policy means the principles, rules, and guidelines adopted by the Hospital, which may be amended, changed, or superseded from time to time.” Julie and Meagan break down hospital policies today, especially common ones you’ll hear when it comes to VBAC. They chat all about VBAC agreement forms and policies surrounding continuous fetal monit…

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Episode 353 Ashley's Premature VBAC After Possible Placental Abruption + Advice From a NICU Mom 58:17

27d ago58:17

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“Getting that VBAC meant everything to me. It helped so much with the trauma of it all.” At 36 weeks along with her first, Ashley started to have intense carpal tunnel pain. At 38 weeks, it was unbearable. Her provider said that delivery would be the only way to find relief and recommended a 39-week induction. Ashley had a difficult labor and pushi…

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Part 2: Coerced Cesareans Struck Down: The Woman Behind Israel’s Landmark Ruling Speaks Out: "Esther" & Tamir Turgal 52:03

1M ago52:03

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Join VBAC Facts® Founder Jen Kamel as she continues "Esther's" harrowing story of avoiding a court ordered cesarean. "Esther" navigates an unassisted birth after four prior cesareans amidst intense scrutiny from social and emergency services. Follow her journey through legal battles, hiding from authorities, and ultimately obtaining a landmark ruli…

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Coerced Cesareans Struck Down: The Woman and Attorney Behind Israel’s Landmark Ruling Speaks Out: "Esther" & Tamir Turgal 56:49

1M ago56:49

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In this episode of the VBAC Facts® podcast, CEO and founder Jen Kamel delves into a gripping discussion with "Esther" and her experience with the Israeli Supreme Court ruling favoring her choice against a compelled repeat cesarean. The conversation with "Esther" and her attorney Tamir explores deep-seated issues of medical coercion, informed consen…

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Episode 352 Anni's VBAC at a Military Hospital + Navigating Pregnancy & Birth as a Servicemember or Military Spouse 50:57

1M ago50:57

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Anni is a mom of two young girls living in Okinawa, Japan where her husband is stationed with the Marine Corps. In addition to her work as a non-profit grant writer, she volunteers with the Military Birth Resource Network and Postpartum Coalition and hosts their podcast, Military Birth Talk. A big challenge for military parents is creating care pla…

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Induced VBAC due to Preeclampsia after Failed Induction and Small Pelvis Diagnosis, with Hannah 40:13

1M ago40:13

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“I think your pelvis is too small. I could give you another hour, or we could just go do a c-section now” -Midwife to Hannah during her first birth After a C-section with her first, Hannah went on to have a successful VBAC, even though she faced a few challenges including getting COVID at 37 weeks pregnant, and being in the beginning stages of pree…

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Episode 351 Nicole's Precipitous VBAC with a Nuchal Hand After Moving Overseas 47:12

1M ago47:12

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Nicole is a military spouse who had her VBAC in England. She shares what it was like to unexpectedly move overseas during pregnancy, how she navigated not receiving her household goods in time, and how she made the choice to deliver on base versus off. Nicole’s first birth was a Cesarean during the height of COVID. During pushing, she was required …

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Is an epidural required for a VBAC? 21:51

1M ago21:51

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Text Hannah! Are you considering an unmedicated VBAC but feeling unsure about how to prepare or if it's even possible? In this episode I dive into the misconceptions around unmedicated VBACs and I discuss essential preparation strategies (both physical and mental) that can help you approach your VBAC with confidence. Tune in for action steps to hel…

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73. Sabina's empowering Freebirth after 2 cesareans (FBA2C) 1:03:03

1M ago1:03:03

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Sabina shares her freebirth after 2 cesarean story and she chats about why educating yourself is the key to an empowered birth experience and once a c-section does not mean always a c-section! Your intuition is THE MOST IMPORTANT tool you have and should always be listened to Some highlights from the episode: 🔥 What important things you need to tal…

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How to Prepare for a VBAC: with VBAC researcher, author (and VBAC mom) Dr. Hazel Keedle 50:35

1M ago50:35

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Today we have Dr. Hazel Keedle--VBAC researcher, author, and VBAC mom-- on the show. Hazel had a VBAC with only 13 months since her C-section, and the experience lead her to become a Midwifery researcher and complete a PhD on women's experiences of planning a VBAC in Australia. You are not going to want to miss all of her practical advice on how to…

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Episode 350 Wyn's VBAC with a Unicornuate Uterus + Follow Your Intuition 30:10

1M ago30:10

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After having an HSG (hysterosalpingogram) due to infertility, Wyn was diagnosed with having a left-sided unicornuate uterus. A unicornuate uterus is a rare condition in which the uterus is smaller than normal and only has one fallopian tube. Common complications from a unicornuate uterus include infertility, IUGR (intrauterine growth restriction), …

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Episode 349 Prepping for a VBAC? How to Obtain Your OP Reports with Meagan 9:02

1M ago9:02

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Meagan records a short and sweet episode for you today talking all about OP reports. What are they and why do you need them for your VBAC prep? How do you request them? If you have a hard time interpreting your OP reports, try reaching out to your provider for clarification. You can also send us an email at info@thevbaclink.com where you can schedu…

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72. What your intuition is and how it can help you on your VBAC journey 24:56

2M ago24:56

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In this short solo episode, I explain what intuition is, why it's important to hone it during your VBAC, and how you can easily do this. If you'd like to watch the video of this episode, head to my YouTube channel on Friday to watch it 😜 Connect with me, Petra ⤵️ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@birthing_come_true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birthing Come True⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Web…

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Episode 348 Rebekah's Birth Center VBAC After an Unexpected Breech Cesarean 1:03:30

2M ago1:03:30

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Rebekah’s first Cesarean was a birth center transfer after her baby boy unexpectedly flipped breech during labor. Though she was confident in her decision to consent to a Cesarean, she was devastated and left with a lot to process. Right away, Rebekah’s midwives instilled confidence that she was a great VBAC candidate and introduced her to The VBAC…

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Episode 347 Colleen's VBAC After Fertility Challenges & Navigating Trauma + MTHFR & Velamentous Cord Insertion 56:26

2M ago56:26

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Colleen’s first pregnancy ended in a miscarriage at 6 weeks. At 12 weeks along with her second pregnancy, Colleen and her husband found out that their daughter would be born with a genetic condition called Trisomy 18. Colleen shares her experiences with Trisomy 18 and how she found the right support to help her navigate through it all. Due to IUGR …

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Naturopathic Medicine, Hormones, Fertility, and Perimenopause with Dr. Robyn Wright 37:06

2M ago37:06

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Text Hannah! If you're a woman in your 30's and beyond, you'll want to tune into this episode. Hormones play a key role in our overall health, especially when it comes to fertility, perimenopause, and menopause. But have you wondered how to balance them naturally without getting on some sort of hormonal birth control? In this episode, I sit down wi…

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71. What VBAC, HBAC, FBAC, VBAMC & TOLAC is 18:21

2M ago18:21

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In this shorty solo episode, I give you a quick guide to the most common acronyms you'll hear on your VBAC journey Connect with me, Petra ⤵️ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@birthing_come_true⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birthing Come True⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Birthingcometrue.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email: Petra@birthingcometrue.com The International Cesarean Awareness Network:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https…

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Episode 346 Katie's Placental Abruption with Twins + VBAC After Four Membrane Sweeps + IVF & Retained Placenta 42:23

2M ago42:23

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Katie is a newborn and family photographer based out of Chicago. After going through IVF, Katie was surprised to find out that her first pregnancy was with identical twins. At 33 weeks, she had an unexpected bleed and then another at 35 weeks. Because of placental abruption, she went straight to a Cesarean and her babies were in the NICU for 7 days…

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Episode 345 Rachel's VBAC After the Unexpected + Back Labor + Strategies for Improving Your VBAC Chances After a Complicated Birth 1:29:54

2M ago1:29:54

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Rachel is a professor, an author, and a VBAC mom who is here to share her story from a traumatic C-section birth through a VBAC. This episode really dives deep into how picking the right provider is key to improving your chances for a VBAC. They give practical questions to ask your providers, more than just yes or no, to really get to know their bi…

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70. Brielle's VBAC in a foreign country with a cesarean rate of 50-90%! 1:03:33

2M ago1:03:33

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Brielle experienced sooo many barriers on her VBAC journey and she blasted through all of them! Some highlights from the episode: 🔥 Trauma is literally stored in the cells of your body and how you can start facing them in a way that's not overwhelming 🔥 When you feel like you've exhausted all of your options, it might be beneficial to keep trying. …

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Episode 344 Advice for First-time Moms: How to Avoid a C-section From the Get-go 32:20

2M ago32:20

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We hear SO many of our listeners say things like, “I wish every first-time mom listened to these stories” or “I wish as a first-time mom I heard these stories because I truly believe it could have helped me avoid my Cesarean.” First-time moms, we want to educate you to make informed decisions during your birth. We want your first birth to be an emp…

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Last minute VBAC tip for the procrastinating mom 6:17

2M ago6:17

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Text Hannah! If you are later in your VBAC pregnancy, looking back thinking, "I did nothing to prepare." then this episode is definitely for you. I'm giving my top tip for the last-minute, procrastinating moms out there who just don't have the time or energy to do it all. https://thehannahgill.com/firststeps First 3 Steps to VBAC Guide: https://www…

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Episode 343 Melanie's VBAC With a Big Baby + Ways to Avoid PROM 53:09

2M ago53:09

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“Inhale peace, exhale tension.” Did you know that the cascade of interventions can not only contribute to a Cesarean but may cause one? Melanie believes that was the case with her first birth. Her difficult recovery included going to EMDR therapy to help with her PTSD. Her OB/GYN did mention that she would be a great VBAC candidate. Not knowing VBA…

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69. Raquel’s breech homebirth after three cesareans with a bicornuate uterus 38:32

2M ago38:32

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Get out your tissues, this one gets emotional! Some highlights from the episode: 🔥 How previous births can affect you not connecting with your new baby 🔥 How to navigate a system that keeps telling you "no, you can't" 🔥 Tips for how to prepare your partner for Birthing Instincts Podcast What a bicornuate uterus is Connect with, Raquel ⤵️ Instagram:…

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Episode 342 CNM Paige Boran + What Midwifery Care Looks Like + How Can a Midwife Impact our VBAC? 44:16

2M ago44:16

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“Labor is supposed to happen naturally. It’s not this big medical intervention that occasionally happens naturally. It’s this natural process that occasionally needs medical intervention.” Paige Boran is a certified nurse-midwife from Fort Collins, Colorado. She and her colleague, Jess, practice independently at A Woman’s Place. They have rights to…

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Episode 341 National Midwifery Week + Meagan & Julie Talk All About Midwives 47:17

2M ago47:17

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Happy National Midwifery Week! We are so thankful for and in awe of all midwives do. Great midwives can literally make all the difference. Statistical evidence shows that they can help you have both better birth experiences and outcomes. Meagan and Julie break down the different types of midwives including CNMs, CPM, DEMs, and LPM as well as the se…

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68. These conversations and rituals homebirth midwife Meaghan suggests are a must to have! 1:03:45

2M ago1:03:45

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Preparing for your VBAC can go deeper than the physical and mental aspects, it can be rooted in your lineage, as far back as your mom, and your grandma or even further back than that. Take a listen to find out why having hard conversations can be absolutely essential to your VBAC journey. Some highlights from the episode: 🔥Questions to ask your mid…

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Episode 340 Denise's VBA2C + Pediatric Physical Therapy + VBAC Doula Gina Shares About the Microbiome 55:22

2M ago55:22

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Dr. Denise DeRosa is a Pediatric Physical Therapist from New York City. She had two Cesareans and was confident that those would be her only birth stories. But when she unexpectedly became pregnant with her third, Denise started looking into her options. She researched VBAC, found The VBAC Link, and felt that she could have a VBA2C. Having worked i…

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Episode 339 Caitlin's VBAC with Preeclampsia + Signing an AMA & Switching Providers 45:22

3M ago45:22

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Joining us from Texas today is Caitlin and it is her birthday! Caitlin’s first baby was born at 34 weeks via an emergency C-section due to elevated blood pressure and fetal distress. Though she was scared, it was not a traumatic experience and her recovery went well. She just knew that moving forward for future births, she wanted to experience labo…

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Hard truth? A scheduled repeat c-section may not give you the control you're hoping for. 10:06

3M ago10:06

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Text Hannah! I want to start out by saying I'm NOT anti-c-section. I'm not against scheduling repeat c-sections simply because YOU want to. What I'm against is unnecessary c-sections. Coerced or pressured c-sections. C-sections chosen without full informed consent. I've heard many women say that want to have some control over their birth the second…

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67. Alyssa’s precipitous homebirth and how she prepared 50:47

3M ago50:47

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Alyssa Frain is a licensed acupuncturist turned full-time stay-at-home mom. She had her first daughter in September 2020, a missed miscarriage in 2022, and a successful HBAC in January 2024. She enjoys helping women take their health back into their own hands by showing them how to tune into their bodies and support it with Chinese Herbal Medicine.…

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Episode 338 Sabina's Healing FBA2C After HELLP Syndrome + Lack of VBAC Support 57:58

3M ago57:58

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Sabina is one of our VBAC-certified doulas from Canada and is sharing her peaceful FBA2C today. While free birth comes with its own risks and benefits, we know that many women feel drawn to this option when they have no support or do not feel safe birthing any other way as Sabina did. We want to share all types of births after Cesarean and honor al…

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Episode 337 Lauren's Surprise Unassisted HBA2C with a Special Scar & Gestational Diabetes 1:16:41

3M ago1:16:41

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Lauren joins us today from Australia sharing her two Cesarean stories and her surprise unassisted HBA2C story! Lauren’s first birth was a crash Cesarean under general anesthesia at 40+1 due to nonreassuring fetal heart tones. Her second birth was a TOLAC going into spontaneous labor at 40+3 under the midwifery model of care. She labored naturally, …

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VBAC after twin c-section. Bailey's redemptive VBAC story. 1:01:24

3M ago1:01:24

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Text Hannah! https://thehannahgill.com/firststeps First 3 Steps to VBAC Guide: https://www.thehannahgill.com/firststeps Quiz - Is Your Provider VBAC Supportive?: https://thehannahgill.com/quiz Doula VBAC and Repeat Cesarean Guide: https://www.thehannahgill.com/newdoulatipsDoor Hannah Gill | VBAC Mom, VBAC Doula, and Childbirth Educator.

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66. How to navigate breastfeeding with IBCLC Alex Wachelka 44:23

3M ago44:23

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Breastfeeding is a learned skill, it’s ok if it does not feel natural or easy. Feeding your baby is something you need to plan for but know that it’s ok (and very likely) that it may look different in the first few weeks than you planned or expected. Alex, who is an IBCLC has so much incredible knowledge and amazing tips for you to navigate your jo…

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Episode 336 Katie's 2VBAC After a Breech Baby + Induction at 41 Weeks 38:22

3M ago38:22

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As a first-time mom, Katie was struggling with potty training and feeling like she didn’t know what she was doing. She later became a potty training consultant to help other struggling moms and now hosts the Burnt Pancakes podcast. Katie’s first birth was a scheduled breech Cesarean. Her second birth was a spontaneous 36-hour labor at 39 weeks and …

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There is power in envisioning your VBAC experience. 16:54

3M ago16:54

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Text Hannah! Confidence and clarity is so important when preparing for a VBAC, but how do you actually get to that point? In this episode, I share a powerful mindset shift that every woman who is preparing for a VBAC needs. I also share one simple action you can take today to start believing in yourself and your body's ability to birth. Tune in for…

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Episode 335 Meg's 41+3 VBAC & Babies Born 17 Months Apart 52:54

3M ago52:54

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In today’s episode, Meg from Nebraska shares her Cesarean and VBAC story. Meg’s first birth was an unexpected Cesarean after an almost 40-hour induced labor at 41 weeks and 3 days due to failure to descend. Her pain was not managed well during her surgery and her experience was much more difficult than expected. Meg surprisingly found out she was p…

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65. Jessica’s 2 HBACS and the importance of unconditional support 1:05:06

3M ago1:05:06

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Having a supportive team is more important than you may realize. When Jessica didn't have a supportive team she felt like she wasn't being heard or informed. But that all changed for her second and third birth. Some highlights from the episode: 🔥 Trusting your gut instincts is not a gimmick or just a fun saying, it can lead you down the path you we…

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Episode 334 Susana’s VBA5C Story 52:35

3M ago52:35

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We have received so many messages and emails from you requesting more VBAMC stories and today, we are giving you just that. Susana joins us from Mexico sharing her VBAC story after five Cesareans! Each of Susana’s Cesarean experiences was unique in their own way, but the dream of a vaginal birth never left her heart. When she found a supportive mid…

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