How do you actually prepare for a successful VBAC and who should be on your birth team?
In this episode, we kick off part one of a two-part VBAC series by bringing together three different birth professionals to share their perspectives on vaginal birth after cesarean. You will hear from an OBGYN, a homebirth midwife, and a doula, each offering unique insights into what it takes to prepare for a VBAC.
We cover practical tips for planning your next birth, how to process previous birth experiences, and what to look for when choosing the right support team. This conversation goes beyond VBAC and offers valuable guidance for anyone preparing for birth who wants to feel more informed and empowered.
If you are considering a VBAC or simply want to approach your next birth with more clarity and confidence, this episode will give you a strong foundation to start from.
From OBGYN, Dr. Capetanakis DO: Find more information about Dr. Cap at the Cap Wellness Center
From midwife, Julianne Robinson LM, CPM: Take her online homebirth birth classVBAC statistics mentioned: https://www.ajog.org/article/S0002-9378(22)00840-7/fulltext & https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data/databriefs/db359-h.pdf
From doula, Care Messer:
Learn about Care’s online Hypnobirthing classes at the Birth Education Center
Take her FREE course on How to Prevent an Unnecessary Cesarean
Doula Traci to talk about advocacy for birth workersPerinatal birth psychology with Anna Verwaal
APPPAH Live Training on “What’s Missing In Childbirth Education?”
From Dr. Morgan: Learn more about the 6-Week Pregnancy Call
Stay Connected With Our Guests:
Dr. Capetanakis DO, OBGYN: Website: https://drcapetanakis.com/Instagram: @drcapetanakis
Julianne Robinson LM, CPM – Midwife: Websites: https://www.pangaeamidwifery.com/ & https://www.hellohomebirth.com/Instagram: @pangaeamidwifery & @tales.of.a.midwife
Care Messer, Doula: Website: https://www.birtheducationcenter.com/Instagram: @birtheducationcenter
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