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Ep 225: Meg’s Birth Story - A Successful Vaginal Birth After Cesarean and an Unexpected Water Birth

Ep 225: Meg’s Birth Story - A Successful Vaginal Birth After Cesarean and an Unexpected Water Birth

FromAll About Pregnancy & Birth


Ep 225: Meg’s Birth Story - A Successful Vaginal Birth After Cesarean and an Unexpected Water Birth

FromAll About Pregnancy & Birth

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Length:
45 minutes
Released:
Sep 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

When Meg was already trying for the ambitious goal of an unmedicated VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean), the hospital didn't think she could also have a water birth. But she proved them wrong when she gave birth in the tub.Her first baby was breech. Despite trying everything she could to turn her, she was unable to and in the end had a c-section. Even though the birth went well, she was disappointed that she didn't have the experience she wanted. Even though she knew there was a chance it wouldn’t work out, she decided to try for a VBAC on her second birth. In this incredible birth story you’ll hear all about how her birth wishes came true.In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:What about Meg’s first birth made her want a VBACWhat lead to her first birth being a cesareanHow hypnobirthing helped her access the trauma from her c-sectionWhen she went into labor for her second birthWhat comfort measures she used during her unmedicated birthHow she combined instinct and what she learned from childbirth education to successfully deliver her baby vaginallyHow she managed to have a water birth despite the hospital’s doubts--Full website notes: drnicolerankins.com/episode225Check out The Birth Preparation CourseRegister for the class How to Create a Birth Plan the Right WayOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factormeals.com/drnicole50Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Released:
Sep 19, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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