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
62 episodes
61- Managing “Failure to Progress” Conversations
“Failure to progress.”Just hearing those words can send a wave of fear through any birthing person—and that’s exactly why we need to talk about it.In this episode of [Your Podcast Name], we’re diving deep into how to
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Episode 61
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19:28
60- Due Dates: What Medical Providers Don't Tell You
Due dates have been treated like expiration dates for far too long—and it’s time to set the record straight.In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on everything you actually need to know about due dates:<...
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Episode 60
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24:01
59- Ride the Waves- How to Let Your Birth Hormones Lead the Way
Birth is more than just contractions and pushing—It’s a full-body, whole-person hormonal symphony designed to carry you through labor, help you bond with your baby, and support your postpartum recovery.But here’s t...
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Episode 59
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15:49
58- Affirmations: How to Rewire Your Brain for an Empowered Birth
You’ve seen them on Instagram—those pretty little quotes like “I trust my body” or “Each surge brings me closer to my baby.” But let’s be real… do affirmations actually work? Or are they just woo-woo fluff?In this episode, we’...
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Episode 58
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30:38
57- Holding Space for Pregnancy After Loss with PAL Doula Sarah Lingle
Pregnancy after loss is a journey filled with conflicting emotions—grief, joy, fear, hope—all woven together in the most tender way. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by certified birth and bereavement doula Sarah Lingle, who brings h...
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Episode 57
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53:10
56- Protecting Your Peace: Handling “What If” Conversations Like a Boss
What if your baby is too big? What if something goes wrong? What if you can’t handle the pain?Ugh. If you’re pregnant, chances are you’ve been hit with at least one of these “What If” questions. And let’s be real—these conversations can...
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Episode 56
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21:58
55- Navigating Hospital Birth with Doula Kayla Wamsley
Can you really have a natural birth in a hospital setting that’s often built for interventions? The answer is YES—and today’s guest is here to show you how.In this empowering episode, I’m joined by the incredible D...
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Episode 55
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43:19
54- Cesarean Rates Don’t Lie— Race and Birth
Did you know that Black and Indigenous women in the U.S. are significantly more likely to have cesarean births—often unnecessarily—and face higher maternal mortality rates? This isn’t just a coincidence; it’s a systemic issue rooted in implicit...
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Episode 54
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12:30
53- I SEE YOU- The Strength & Invisible Struggles of Cesarean Moms
Ever feel like your C-section birth story doesn’t get the same recognition as a vaginal birth? Or like your recovery was treated like an afterthought? You’re not alone.In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about the beaut...
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Episode 53
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12:19
52- Planned vs. Pressured: Do Mothers Really Have a Choice?
Are cesareans always necessary? Or are moms being pushed into surgery without true informed consent?Too often, hospital policies and defensive medicine dictate birth more than the mother’s individual needs. Many moms don’t fully underst...
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Episode 52
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17:40
51- You Didn’t Fail: Unpacking the Myths That Steal Our Trust
In this episode of the Made For Birth Podcast, we dive deep into the myths surrounding cesareans and how they impact a mother’s trust in herself and her body. Many moms carry the weight of guilt and shame after having a cesarean, but it’s time ...
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Episode 51
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13:02
50- The Medicalization of Cesareans & Lack of Autonomy
Did you truly choose your cesarean? Or did it feel like a decision that was made for you? 🤔Too many moms don’t fully understand what a cesarean entails until they’re already on the table. Whether it’s an unexpected shift during labor or...
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Episode 50
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13:07
49- Birth Trauma, PTSD & Self Confidence with Leslie Herhold
Birth trauma is real, and healing starts with understanding. 💜Too often, moms are told to just “move on” after a traumatic birth because their baby is healthy. But what about you? Birth tra...
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Episode 49
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58:57
48- You Are Seen, You Are Heard—Honoring Cesarean Moms
April 1st marks the start of Cesarean Awareness Month, and today’s episode is for every mom who has ever experienced a cesarean birth—whether it was planned, unexpected, empowering, or filled with emotions you’re still processing.<...
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Episode 48
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14:38
47- The Doula Difference: How Birth Support Has Evolved & Why It’s So Powerful
Doulas aren’t just a trend—we’ve been around for thousands of years, supporting, guiding, and holding space for birthing women. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the history of doulas, how the profession evolved, and why h...
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Episode 47
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24:12
46- The #1 Thing That Can Change Your Birth Experience—(Spoiler: It’s a Doula!)
If you’ve ever walked away from birth feeling like something was missing—like you weren’t fully heard, supported, or in control—this episode is for you.Doulas are one of the most powerful, research-backed ways to improve bi...
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Episode 46
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28:57
45-The Trial of Labor Myth: Why VBAC Isn’t Something You “Pass” or “Fail”
Words matter—especially in birth. The way we talk about VBAC can shape our entire experience, whether we realize it or not. “Trial of labor.” “Failed VBAC.” “Successful birth.” These phrases aren’t just words—they carry weight, plant seeds of d...
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Episode 45
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12:46
44- More Than Skin Deep: The Truth About Birth & Body Scars With Dr. Jen
Your scars tell a story—but do they still hold tension, pain, or even unprocessed trauma? In this episode of Made for Birth, I sit down with Dr. Jennifer Arceneaux, aka The Scar Lady, to uncover the truth about how scars impact the ...
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Episode 44
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44:51
43- #1 Key to a Positive Birth- The Hierarchy of Needs
A “healthy baby” is just the bare minimum—but what about you? What about feeling safe, supported, and respected during birth? What about walking away from your experience feeling empowered and accomplished, not just rel...
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Episode 43
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14:07
42- The MAGIC of Physiological Birth
Your body was made for birth—no micromanaging, no interventions, just the beautifully designed process unfolding as nature intended. But in a world where birth is often treated like a medical event instead of a physiological process, many moms ...
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Episode 42
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19:44
41- Partners Matter: How to Show Up, Step Up, and Support a VBAC
A VBAC isn’t just about the birthing person—it’s a team effort. The right support can make ALL the difference in how birth unfolds, but too often, partners feel lost, unsure of what to do, or sidelined in the process.In...
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Episode 41
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18:27
40- The Change We Deserve: Rethinking Maternity Care
The maternity system is broken—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, we’re talking about why midwives and obstetricians don’t work together, even though they absolutely should. I’ll break down why pregnancy has been over-medicalized, ...
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Episode 40
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21:37
39- COLLABORATION: The Future of Women's Health
For far too long, birth has been placed in the wrong hands. Instead of midwives leading women’s care and referring to OBs when complications arise, we’ve flipped the system upside down—treating every pregnancy like a medical crisis waiting to h...
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Episode 39
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13:30
38- Reclaiming Birth: The Power of Midwifery Care
For far too long, the modern birth system has been built around managing birth instead of trusting it. Hospital policies, routine interventions, and a one-size-fits-all approach have stripped birth of what it was meant to be—<...
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Episode 38
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30:44
37- Breaking the "Once a Cesarean, Always a Cesarean" Cycle
In this episode, we’re tackling the pervasive myth that once a woman has a cesarean, she’s destined to have repeat surgeries. “Once a Cesarean, Always a Cesarean?” is one of the most harmful and outdated beliefs in the birth world, and...
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Episode 37
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