10 - Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Insights: Navigating the Paths of Birth with Doula Meagan Heaton from the VBAC Link

Megan Heaton, founder of the VBAC Link, shares her personal journey of having two cesarean sections and her desire for a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). She emphasizes the importance of education and finding a supportive provider when considering a VBAC. Megan also discusses the misconceptions and risks associated with VBAC, as well as the need for a backup plan when planning an out-of-hospital birth. Her story highlights the empowerment and healing that can come from advocating for one's birth preferences. In this conversation, Meagan shares her personal experience with VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) and provides valuable insights and tips for women considering a VBAC. She emphasizes the importance of acceptance, gratitude, and education when preparing for a VBAC. Meagan discusses the role of the pelvis in labor and the impact of baby positioning on the birthing process. She also highlights the significance of chiropractic care and proper positioning techniques to optimize the chances of a successful VBAC. Meagan encourages women to ask questions and advocate for themselves during labor, and she offers strategies for staying positive and mentally prepared throughout the process.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Megan's Background
03:10 Megan's First Cesarean Section Experience
05:23 Megan's Second Cesarean Section Experience
09:36 Finding a Supportive Provider for VBAC
13:26 Diving Deep into VBAC Education
15:52 The Importance of Op Reports in VBAC Planning
21:39 Megan's Successful VBAC Experience
23:45 Overcoming Doubts and Embracing Empowerment
26:23 The Role of the Pelvis in Labor and the Impact of Baby Positioning
35:17 Advocating for Yourself: Asking Questions During Labor
43:47 Staying Positive and Mentally Prepared for a VBAC

RESOURCES
BOOK - The VBAC Companion by Diana Korte
Book Quote - “The journey to a VBAC is not just physical; it is deeply emotional and spiritual. It’s about healing, reclaiming, and moving forward with strength and courage.”