About this episode
I’m honored to join Meagan on The VBAC Link to share how a journey marked by loss and an unexpected first cesarean transformed into an empowering home VBAC in Seattle. In our conversation, I open up about my molar pregnancy and the fear that shadowed my first labor—culminating in a stalled, 24-hour induction and emergency C-section—and then reveal how a dedicated home-birth team (including a student midwife) helped me reclaim my power for Baby Hazel’s birth. We explore the essentials of informed consent, clear communication with medical staff, crafting flexible birth plans, and practical tips—like knowing when to check in if labor stalls—to ensure every birthing parent feels confident and supported.
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Suzzie’s HBAC + A Note From a Childbirth Educator
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