In this heartfelt episode of The Birth Lounge podcast, host HeHe and guest Angel dive into a rich conversation about VBACs (Vaginal Birth After C-Section) and home births. Angel shares her personal birth stories, including the challenges of having multiple C-sections and her journey to successful HBA2Cs at home. They discuss the importance of trusting one's intuition, the value of a supportive birth team, and the ongoing debates around midwifery regulations and doula advocacy. With insights from her extensive experience in family education, HeHe guides listeners through the evidence-based practices and options available for expecting parents, aiming to empower them for a confident and informed birth experience no matter the setting and no matter their goals.

Diving into Birth Stories

Navigating Complicated Pregnancies

The Challenges of C-Sections

Triumphs and Traumas of VBAC

The Importance of Intuition in Birth

Advocating for Your Birth Plan

Navigating Intuition and Anxiety

Finding Peace in Decision Making

Personal Home Birth Story

Labor and Contractions Begin

Active Labor and Delivery

Postpartum Care and Experience

VBAC Preparation and Tips

Advocacy and Regulations in Midwifery

Doula Advocacy and Challenges

Guest Bio:

Angel is a Certified Lactation Counselor, Registered Kangaroula, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator, Certified Microbirth Approved Provider, and Doula, dedicated to providing essential support to women during pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.

With seven years of experience as a breastfeeding counselor, 5 years as a doula and childbirth educator and 10 years of mom experience with 6 children, Angel pulls on her personal and professional knowledge to educate women on the long term effects of modern health care practices that affect women during pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding.

Angel is the proud owner of Fruit of the Womb Perinatal Services, delivering breastfeeding, prenatal, and birth support to women in the greater Cleveland area.

Listeners can also tune in to The Birth Rebel Podcast, hosted by Angel.

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