Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
Are you a mom planning a VBAC or CBAC and looking for solid support and inspiration? You’re in the right place!
Join us each week as we dive into empowering stories, expert advice, and the latest research to help you navigate your birth journey with confidence. From the challenges to the triumphs, I'm here to provide you with the information and encouragement you need to have the birth experience you’ve always dreamed of.
Tune in, feel empowered, and remember—you were made for this!
Episodes
104 episodes
103- What to Do When You’re Put on the Spot
You can know exactly what you want going into your birth……and still freeze the moment someone looks at you and says,“So what do you want to do?”Because it’s not just about having a plan.It’s abo...
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Episode 103
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8:58
102- Too Many Options - No Clarity
You’ve read the books.Listened to the podcasts.Saved all the posts.So why does it still feel like… you don’t actually know what to do?In this episode, we’re talking about the moment whe...
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Episode 102
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11:31
101- The Moment You Freeze (And Don’t Know What to Say)
You know that moment…You’re sitting in an appointment, your provider suggests a plan, and suddenly—you go blank.Not because you don’t care.Not because you didn’t prepare.But because i...
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Episode 101
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16:13
100- 100 Episodes Later: What I Wish Every VBAC Mom Knew Before Going Into Labor
After 100 episodes of conversations, education, and real talk about birth…This one feels different.Because today, I’m pulling back the curtain on something I’ve been building behind the scenes—something designed to take...
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Episode 100
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9:47
99- The #1 Reason VBAC Plans Fall Apart (And It’s Not Your Body)
You’ve been told your body is the problem.That your pelvis is too small.That your baby is too big.That your labor just “didn’t work.”But what if that’s not actually why VBAC plans fall apart?
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Episode 99
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14:51
98-Why Baby Position Matters Before an Induction
Mama, did you know your baby’s position can completely change how your labor goes — especially if an induction is on the horizon? In this episode, we’re breaking down why baby positioning matters, how it affects labor progress, and what you can...
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Episode 98
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21:25
97-The Cascade of Interventions: How One Small Decision Can Change Your Entire Birth
Most cesareans don’t begin with an emergency.They begin with a series of small, routine decisions that slowly shift the course of labor.This is called the cascade of interventions.In this episode, you’ll learn:• ...
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Episode 97
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16:43
96- Failure To Progress Isn't What You Think
She was told her body failed.That she didn’t progress.That her labor stalled.That her cesarean was necessary because her body couldn’t do it.But what if the problem wasn’t her body?In this episode, we’re breaking...
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Episode 96
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20:24
95- Why Do Women Even Want a VBAC?
"Why would anyone even WANT a VBAC?"If you've ever been asked this question (or asked it yourself), this episode is for you.We're diving into the REAL reasons women pursue VBACs—and spoiler alert: it's about so much more than avoi...
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Episode 95
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15:02
94- How Will I Know I’m in Labor?
Everyone says “you’ll just know.”But when you’re actually pregnant—especially if you’ve been induced, had a cesarean, or experienced a complicated birth—that advice can feel confusing at best and wildly unhelpful at worst.
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Episode 94
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19:26
93- Choosing the Right Doula - Why Fit Matters More Than Anything
Choosing a doula isn’t about finding a doula—it’s about finding the right support for you.In this episode, we’re talking about how to actually know if a doula is a good fit, especially if you’re planning a VBAC...
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Episode 93
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18:19
92- You Don't Have To Do This Alone
You can read every book.Listen to every podcast.Follow every birth account on Instagram.And still feel unsure.Not because you’re doing it wrong—but because information without guidance creates o...
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Episode 92
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9:26
91- Why New Year’s Resolutions Don’t Work — Motherhood Edition
If you’ve ever started a new year full of good intentions… only to feel behind before January is over — this episode is for you.Motherhood doesn’t pause so you can “start fresh,” and most New Year’s resolutions were never desi...
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Episode 91
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15:26
90- Breaking Birth Bias- What’s Really Behind High Cesarean Rates
We’ve been told for years that cesarean rates are high because women’s bodies are failing—that somehow, birth just doesn’t work anymore. But that’s not the truth.In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s re...
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Episode 90
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25:21
89- Sleep Deprivation is Torture—And We Deserve Better
Let’s be real—sleep deprivation hits harder than anyone warns you. The fog, the tears, the moments where you question if you’ll ever feel like yourself again. It’s not just “new mom tired”—it’s a physiological and emotional storm that ...
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88- A Year of Growth, Grace, and Grit: One Year of the Made For Birth Podcast
One year. 13,205 downloads. 57 countries. 1,500 cities. Every continent (except Antarctica).What started as a microphone, a mission, and a mama with something to say has turned into a community that stretches around the world — and that ...
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Episode 88
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33:23
87- Why Movement Matters in Pregnancy + Birth with Kate Hopkins
Movement isn’t just “nice to have” in pregnancy—it’s essential. In this episode, I sit down with Kate Hopkins, a doula, L&D nurse, and Body Ready Method pro, to break down why movement matters so much for both pregnancy and birth. ...
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Episode 87
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44:06
86- From Nurse to Doula: Jessica Gable on Advocacy and Empowered Hospital Birth
I’m sitting down with Jessica Gable, a registered nurse turned doula who is passionate about low-intervention hospital birth and childbirth advocacy. Jessica has supported countless moms, including those navigating VBACs, and she’s bringing bot...
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58:34
85- You're Not Broken, You're Postpartum
It’s here, Mama—launch day! 💛 My book You’re Not Broken, You’re Postpartum is officially out in the world, and in this special episode, I’m giving you a gift: I’m reading the introductory chapter straight from the ...
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Episode 85
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17:35
84- Your Birth Impacts Your Postpartum
When your birth story doesn’t go as planned, it can leave a mark on your heart that shows up in postpartum in ways you didn’t expect. In this episode, I’m opening up about my own journey—becoming a mom 9 years ago through a cesarean I never ima...
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Episode 84
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11:36
83- Your Cervix Is Not A Crystal Ball
Why Dilation Doesn’t Predict BirthYou’ve heard it. You’ve maybe even stressed over it:“You’re only 1 cm…”“You’ve been 4 cm for weeks…”“You’re not making any progress.”But ...
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Episode 83
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18:25
82- Is Your Provider's Fear Influencing Your Decisions?
Let’s get one thing straight: your provider’s fear should not be the reason you say yes to something in birth.In this episode, we’re diving into how fear-based counseling shows up in VBAC consults and what true informed c...
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Episode 82
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19:54
81- I’m Not Anti-OB. I’m Pro You.
You’ve heard it before—“Just trust your doctor.”But what if trusting yourself mattered just as much?In this episode, I’m breaking down what it really means to advocate for your birth, especially when y...
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Episode 81
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13:56
80- When Labor Stalls
You’re in labor. You’re doing everything right. But suddenly… things slow way down.Is something wrong?Maybe not at all.In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood reasons labor “stalls” —...
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Episode 80
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11:14
79- Why You Can’t Hack the Start of Birth: 10 Induction Myths
Desperate for labor to start? You’re not alone. But mama, before you chug the castor oil or speed-walk your neighborhood like it’s a race track, this episode is your wake-up call.We’re busting 10 common myths about indu...
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Episode 79
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