Labor Lessons

Physically recovering from birth is difficult enough, but tearing or having an episiotomy can make it worse. Lauren had an episiotomy while birthing her son. Afterwards, she had difficulty peeing.  When she did,  it burned so bad it made her not want to. She also had trouble sitting down and getting around. In this interview with Lauren, she talks about certain aspects of the physical recovery tha...

Are you considering pursuing a VBAC(Vaginal Birth After Cesarean)? Are you unsure if your provider will support you? In this episode, I discuss the difference between a provider who is VBAC tolerant vs. VBAC supportive. I also share how I found out my provider was not VBAC supportive, and my experience birthing in a non-VBAC supportive hospital. The VBAC Link- VBAC Friendly Doctors The VBAC Link P...

Baby being malpositioned is one of the leading causes of unplanned c-sections. In this episode I share how my first daughter's positioning led to my c-section. I also discuss the changes I made with my second daughter to keep the same thing from happening again.  LaborLessons.com Enjoy listening to Labor Lessons? Leave a review here! Let me know what your favorite episode is and why! Follow m...

Do you know how many layers are cut during a c-section? Are you aware that there are both short-term and long-term risks? Even though many people may make it seem like it's no big deal, a c-section is major surgery.  In this episode, I discuss what's involved with a c-section, and the risks that come along with it. I also share my experience with having a c-section with my first daughter...

Was your first-time birth experience not exactly what you wanted or hoped for? Would you like to make it better for the next time? Or maybe you’d just like to know that you’re not alone on your birthing journey? If so, then the Labor Lessons podcast is for you. Every episode shares one lesson learned from unique labor and delivery experiences. Every episode gives you the opportunity to expand your...