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This podcast episode is hot off the press and in true Cort & Steph fashion, we break down the Pros AND Cons to birthing in/out of hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yup! We totally see it both ways and above all hope to speak peace to your heart. You are seen. You are heard. Your feelings- which may swing from gratitude one minute to sorrow the next- are valid. You are stronger than you know, and the story you pass down of birthing during a time of great global uncertainty will be revered for generations to come.

 

[2:00] ACOG, CDC, and WHO: What they're saying and what they recommend

[7:05] Telehealth

[7:37] Recommendations for COVID-19 & Breastfeeding Practices

[10:10] Other things to consider

[12:12] What to do with all of this information!

[19:00] Pros & Cons to Birthing In & Out of the Hospital During COVID-19

[27:04] Get prepared. You won't ever regret preparing "too much"...because there's no such thing!

 

 

This is a must-listen for any woman who has had a prior cesarean birth and is curious about or planning for a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean). We talk about statistics for VBAC's and why they're on your side, plus how to overcome obstacles standing in your way- including your provider, your partner, and yourself. 

 

[3:18] What is a VBAC

[3:30] The facts about VBACs

[5:22] Benefits of a VBAC

[7:41] What are the risks?

[9:05] VBAC is safer than Elective Repeat Cesarean Birth

[9:40] What increases your odds of having a VBAC

[11:35] How to find a VBAC supportive provider

[13:51] Red Flags - How to tell if your provider sounds supportive but isn't really

[16:50] How to you get your partner on board

[18:09] How to convince yourself that you can do this!

[19:17] Resources