Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean

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  117- The Truth Is in the Data: What VBAC Research Actually Says with Jen Kamel of VBAC FACTS 04.09.2026 1t 2min

  You’ve heard the statistics. You’ve Googled uterine rupture. You’ve read the studies. You’ve joined the VBAC groups. You’ve probably heard one number from your provider and a completely different one somewhere else. But here’s the question: Do you actually know what the research means? In this episode of Made for Birth, I’m joined by Jen Kamel, founder of VBAC Facts®, to dig into the research behind vaginal birth after cesarean. Jen has spent nearly two decades studying VBAC and repeat cesare...
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  116- What He Learned About Birth Changed Everything: A Partner’s Perspective with Jacob Dubois 21.08.2026 1t 1min

  What happens when a skeptical partner actually starts learning about birth? For Jacob Dubois, it changed everything. In this episode of Made for Birth, I’m joined by Jacob, author of Why Home Birth, to talk about birth from a perspective we don’t hear nearly enough: the partner’s. Jacob shares what it was like supporting his wife through homebirth, the fears and questions he had along the way, and how learning more about birth physiology, risk, and the maternity care system completely changed...
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  115- More Than Showing Up: The Logistics of Doula Work with Annie Hill 14.08.2026 1t 9min

  What does it actually take to be available when a client goes into labor at 2 a.m., on a holiday, or three weeks before her due date? In this episode of Made for Birth, I’m joined by Annie Hill, doula trainer and former homebirth midwife, to talk about the side of doula work most people never see. We’re getting into the LOGISTICS—being on call, managing family life and childcare, creating backup systems, setting boundaries, structuring your business, and building a life that actually allows y...
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  114- Beyond Sleep Training: A Holistic Approach to Baby & Child Sleep with Laura, RN 07.08.2026 58min

  Sleep is one of the biggest stressors for new parents—but what if we’ve been looking at it all wrong? In this episode of Made for Birth, I’m joined by Laura, RN, founder of Strawberry Moon Sleep, to talk about a holistic approach to infant and child sleep. Instead of focusing on quick fixes or one-size-fits-all methods, we explore what sleep looks like through the lens of biology, development, regulation, and connection. Whether you’re navigating the newborn stage, wondering if your baby’s sl...
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  113- Chiropractic Care, VBAC, and the Whole-Body Approach to Birth with Dr. Alayna Clark 19.06.2026 1t 35min

  What does chiropractic care have to do with VBAC, breech babies, shoulder dystocia, and postpartum recovery? A lot more than most women realize. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Alayna Clark, a Webster-certified chiropractor specializing in prenatal and pediatric care, to discuss how a whole-body approach to pregnancy can support better birth outcomes. We dive into the role of pelvic function, baby positioning, nervous system regulation, scar tissue, and collaborative care in preparing ...
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  112- The Long-Term Effects of Pregnancy and Birth with Emily Roper 16.06.2026 39min

  What if the impact of pregnancy and birth extends far beyond labor day? In this episode of Made for Birth, I sit down with Emily Roper to explore how a baby’s earliest experiences—from life in the womb through birth and the postpartum period—can influence long-term development, nervous system regulation, behavior, learning, and overall health. We discuss the growing understanding of how maternal health, stress, environment, nutrition, and birth experiences may shape a child’s foundation for y...
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  111- Questioning the Standard of Maternity Care with Dr. Stuart Fischbein, MD 12.06.2026 1t 49min

  In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stuart Fischbein to discuss VBAC, informed consent, risk, hospital policies, and the state of modern maternity care. Drawing from more than 40 years in obstetrics, Dr. Stu shares why he believes VBAC is often misunderstood, how fear and liability influence birth decisions, what current guidelines actually say, and what families can do to make informed choices about their care. Whether you’re planning a VBAC, exploring home birth, or simply want to bett...
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  110- Why Birth Feels Like an Emergency Even When It Isn't 29.05.2026 14min

  Birth can feel like one long emergency—even when it isn't. A provider expresses concern. A test comes back slightly outside the normal range. A recommendation is made. Suddenly, what started as a routine prenatal appointment feels like a crisis. In this episode, we're unpacking why birth so often feels urgent, high-stakes, and scary, even when there is no actual emergency unfolding. You'll learn how hospital culture, risk management, fear, uncertainty, and the language used around birth can...
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  109- Why Culture Is So Afraid of VBAC 22.05.2026 20min

  For decades, VBAC has been painted as dangerous, reckless, or “too risky.” But the truth? The conversation around VBAC is far more nuanced than most women are ever told. In this episode, we’re unpacking why culture is so afraid of VBAC, how birth became increasingly medicalized, and what shifted in the late 90s and early 2000s that dramatically changed the way providers and hospitals approached vaginal birth after cesarean. We’re talking about: • the rise and fall of VBAC support&nb...
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  108- You Don’t Need More Birth Advice 15.05.2026 13min

  Most moms preparing for a VBAC aren’t lacking information. They’re drowning in it. In this episode, I’m sharing why I created The VBAC Space… and the missing piece I see over and over again in birth preparation. Because knowing things intellectually and actually feeling calm, prepared, supported, and confident in labor are two very different things. We’re talking about: • why fear thrives in isolation • why community changes birth preparation • the problem with “just t...
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  107- The More We Control Birth, The Harder It Often Gets 08.05.2026 13min

  What if birth feels harder not because women’s bodies are failing… but because modern birth environments constantly disrupt physiology? In this episode, we’re unpacking the missing piece in so many birth conversations: physiological birth. We’ve been taught to view labor as mechanical — dilation charts, timelines, measurements, and “progress.” But birth is hormonal, neurological, emotional, and deeply connected to safety. And the more we try to tightly control every second of labor, the h...
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  106- A Safe VBAC” Isn’t What You Think It Is 01.05.2026 22min

  “I just want a safe birth.” You’ve probably said it. Every mom does. But here’s the question no one is asking you back… What does “safe” actually mean—to you? In this episode, we’re pulling apart one of the most commonly used (and misunderstood) words in birth: safety. Because in today’s birth culture, “safe” is often treated like a fixed definition… when in reality? 👉 It’s deeply personal. 👉 It’s shaped by your experiences. 👉 And it directly impacts how your body functions in labor. ...
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  105- When You Need To Step Back To Move Forward 24.04.2026 14min

  Sometimes the most productive thing you can do… Is pause. Not research more. Not make another decision. Not try to force clarity. Just… step back. Because if you’ve been deep in learning, planning, preparing— there comes a point where pushing harder doesn’t actually help. It just creates more noise. In this episode, we’re talking about: Why constantly trying to “figure it out” can start working against youWhat it actually means to step back without losing progressHow to reconnect with y...
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  104- Why One-Size-Fits-All Birth Advice Doesn’t Work 17.04.2026 13min

  You’ve seen the posts. Read the stories. Saved the “this is how I got my VBAC” lists. And without even realizing it… you start wondering if you should just do exactly what they did BUT You were never meant to follow someone else’s birth plan. Because what worked for her? Was built around her body, her provider, her history, her comfort level, her support system. Not yours. In this episode, we’re unpacking: Why copying someone else’s VBAC plan can actually leave you feeling more confusedTh...
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  103- What to Do When You’re Put on the Spot 16.04.2026 8min

  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 about navigating real-time pressure, authority, and unexpected decisions when your brain is already overwhelmed. In this episode, we’re getting into: Why you freeze in the moment (even when you’ve prepared)The hidden pressure behind “quick decisions” in birthHow to respond when you need time, cl...
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  102- Too Many Options - No Clarity 15.04.2026 11min

  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 when “being informed” quietly turns into feeling overwhelmed, second-guessing yourself, and freezing when it actually matters. Because the truth is — more information doesn’t always create more confidence. Sometimes it just creates noise. And when everything sounds important, it’s hard to know what actua...
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  101- The Moment You Freeze (And Don’t Know What to Say) 14.04.2026 16min

  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 in that moment… you don’t know what to say. In this episode, I’m sharing a real-life experience that caught me off guard—and reminded me just how common this is (even when you do know your options). We’re talking about: ✨ Why you freeze in high-pressure moments ✨ What’s actually happening in your bra...
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  100- 100 Episodes Later: What I Wish Every VBAC Mom Knew Before Going Into Labor 13.04.2026 9min

  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 everything you’ve been learning and help you actually use it. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the research… listening, saving, trying to prepare… But still feel unsure when it comes to your actual decisions— This episode is for you. We’re talking about the ga...
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  99- The #1 Reason VBAC Plans Fall Apart (And It’s Not Your Body) 03.04.2026 14min

  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? In this episode, we’re getting real about the actual reason so many VBAC attempts don’t go the way moms hoped—and spoiler: it’s not your body failing you. We’re talking about: • the hidden factors most providers won’t name out loud • how hospital systems and subtle pressure shape your decisio...
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  98-Why Baby Position Matters Before an Induction 13.03.2026 21min

  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 do in the weeks (and even days) before birth to give your VBAC the best chance at a smooth, empowered experience. You’ll learn: Signs your baby might be posterior or not optimally positionedGentle movements and techniques to help your baby rotateHo...