Ep. 324 Debunking VBAC Myths: What You Really Need to Prepare for a Hospital Birth with Trish Ware

Ep. 324 Debunking VBAC Myths: What You Really Need to Prepare for a Hospital Birth with Trish Ware

Author: HeHe Stewart February 28, 2025 Duration: 51:45
In this episode, HeHe interviews Trish, aka Labor Nurse Mama, discussing her extensive experience as a high-risk labor and delivery nurse specializing in VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean). They explore the challenges and misconceptions surrounding VBAC, the importance of advocacy and informed decision-making, and the support systems available through Trish's VBAC Lab and other resources. They also address the impact of hospital policies, doctor-patient dynamics, and provide actionable tips for navigating the medical system to achieve a VBAC safely and confidently. 01:24 Free Class to Avoid C-Sections 01:59 Understanding the U.S. Birth System 03:10 Navigating VBAC in Hospitals 05:28 Introducing Trish Ware: The VBAC Expert 06:20 Empowering Women Through Evidence-Based Education 08:13 Challenges and Misconceptions About VBAC 09:09 Advice for VBAC Mamas 09:47 The Reality of Hospital Policies 13:21 The VBAC Lab: Supporting Moms 14:42 The Importance of Informed Decisions 20:26 The Role of Providers in Birth Experiences 27:48 Advocating for Your Birth Plan 28:23 The Role of Labor Nurse Mama 29:13 Empowering Mothers Through Education 32:07 The Importance of Support and Community 34:28 Navigating Medical Recommendations 42:44 Induction and VBAC: What You Need to Know 45:50 Final Thoughts and Resources Guest Bio: Meet Trish, a mama to 7, a seasoned labor and delivery nurse with 16 years of experience, and the visionary behind Labor Nurse Mama and her online birth classes Calm Labor Confident Birth and The VBAC Lab. Since 2017, she's been on a mission to empower women through evidence-based education, aiming to change the birth culture to one that celebrates the natural process of birth and grants women the autonomy they deserve. Trish's small dream has blossomed, now serving thousands of women,and has expanded to mentoring women in business. INSTAGRAM: Connect with HeHe on IG  Connect with HeHe on YouTube   Connect with Trish on IG    BIRTH EDUCATION: Check out our free class on how to avoid a c-section and reduce tearing in labor here!   Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience!   Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone!   LINKS MENTIONED: Connect with Trish here!  Check out Trish's courses here!  Check out Trish's memberships here Hashtags:  #BirthLounge #VBAC #VBACBirth #VBACSuccessStories #VaginalBirthAfterCesarean #TrishWare #LaborNurseMama #VBACEducation #ReducingCSection #AvoidingCSection #EvidenceBasedBirth #ChildbirthEducation #PregnancyTips #LaborAdvice #MaternityCare #BirthOptions #BirthPlans #PostpartumPlanning #EmpoweringBirths #BirthConfidence #BirthCommunity #HealthCareSystem #BirthTrauma #InformedConsent #BirthAdvocacy

Hosted by birth and newborn expert HeHe Stewart, The Birth Lounge Podcast creates a thoughtful conversation around the many paths through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood. This podcast moves beyond simplistic advice to explore the wide spectrum of normal experiences, offering evidence-based insights alongside real stories from parents. HeHe, who founded Tranquility by HeHe Maternity Concierge, guides these discussions with a blend of professional knowledge and deep empathy, aiming to demystify the process and empower your choices. Each episode serves as a gathering place-a safe space where clinical expertise meets lived experience, covering topics that span education, family dynamics, physical fitness, holistic health, and parenting young children. You’ll find a supportive resource here, one that acknowledges the variables and nuances of bringing a child into the world and navigating the postpartum chapter. Tune in for honest dialogues that honor different perspectives, providing companionship and reliable information for your own journey. The goal is to leave you feeling more prepared, less alone, and confident in your unique path through parenthood, all within the supportive community of this podcast.
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