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Motherhood Flow - VBAC tips, preparing for a vaginal birth after c-section, preventing cesareans
Welcome to Motherhood Flow, your go-to motherhood podcast with a good mix of VBAC preparation tips and VBAC birth stories. While I focus heavily on VBAC and prevention of unnecessary c-sections, you can bet I'll be discussing topics from preconception to birth, to mothering toddlers and navigating your relationship after children, I cover it all here.
Get ready for insightful conversations, expert interviews, and personal stories. Motherhood Flow is your space to walk through birth and motherhood on your terms, ensuring you're not just going with the flow but being an active participant in your own story.
On this podcast you'll get some input and advice on questions like these:
- What is a VBAC?
- Can I have a VBAC?
- How can I avoid a c-section?
- How can I find a VBAC supportive provider?
- Will having a c-section impact breastfeeding?
- How to prepare for an unmedicated birth?
- Is home birth safe?
- How can I have a low intervention hospital birth?
- What are my birth rights?
- How to heal from birth trauma?
- What can I do to make the transition from one to two kids easier?
- How does acupuncture help fertility and overall wellness?
- What is uterine rupture and what is the risk of uterine rupture?
- Can I have a VBAC after multiple c-sections (VBA2C, VBA3C)?
- Can I have a home birth after cesarean (HBAC)?
- Should I have labor induced?
And you'll hear a range of birth stories including:
- VBAC birth stories
- HBAC birth stories
- Home birth stories
- Free birth and unassisted birth stories
- Low intervention hospital birth stories
- Traumatic birth stories and discussion of birth trauma
- Unmedicated birth stories
Some of the experts you'll hear me talk to include:
- Doulas
- Childbirth educators
- Acupuncturists
- Chiropractors
- Lactation Consultants
- Doctors
- Midwives
- Nurses
- Pelvic floor therapists
Subscribe to Motherhood Flow now on your favorite podcast platform.
I'm Hannah Gill, mother of two, VBAC mom, VBAC doula, and birth educator. I have a passion for helping women learn about and prepare for VBAC and take ownership of their birth experience. You can learn more about me and the services I offer at https://www.thehannahgill.com or on Instagram at @thehannahgill.
Please remember that this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for medical advice.
Motherhood Flow - VBAC tips, preparing for a vaginal birth after c-section, preventing cesareans
Preparing for a NICU Stay: What Families and Doulas Need to Know with Mary Farrelly
In this episode, I speak with Mary Farrelly, a certified Level IV NICU nurse and trained doula, about the crucial topic of navigating the NICU.
We dive into:
- What is the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit)?
- How common is it for a baby to need NICU support?
- Essential tips on how families can prepare for a NICU stay in advance (even for an unexpected stay).
- The invaluable role doulas play in supporting families through their NICU journey.
Whether you're expecting or already facing a NICU stay, this episode provides the insights and guidance you need to feel empowered and supported during this challenging time.
Connect and learn with Mary:
Registration is OPEN for Navigating the NICU for Doulas! Click the links below to register for one of the sessions.
Navigating the NICU for Doulas [August 14+15]
Navigating the NICU for Doulas [September 13+14]
- Life After NICU Membership for families
- Free NICU Discharge Checklist
- https://www.thenicutranslator.com/
- @thenicutranslator
https://thehannahgill.com/firststeps
- First 3 Steps to VBAC Guide: https://www.thehannahgill.com/firststeps
- Quiz - Is Your Provider VBAC Supportive?: https://thehannahgill.com/quiz
- Doula VBAC and Repeat Cesarean Guide: https://www.thehannahgill.com/newdoulatips
