Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean

What does chiropractic care have to do with VBAC, breech babies, shoulder dystocia, and postpartum recovery? A lot more than most women realize. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Alayna Clark, a Webster-certified chiropractor specializing in prenatal and pediatric care, to discuss how a whole-body approach to pregnancy can support better birth outcomes. We dive into the role of pelvic function,...

What if the impact of pregnancy and birth extends far beyond labor day? In this episode of Made for Birth , I sit down with Emily Roper to explore how a baby’s earliest experiences—from life in the womb through birth and the postpartum period—can influence long-term development, nervous system regulation, behavior, learning, and overall health. We discuss the growing understanding of how maternal...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Stuart Fischbein to discuss VBAC, informed consent, risk, hospital policies, and the state of modern maternity care. Drawing from more than 40 years in obstetrics, Dr. Stu shares why he believes VBAC is often misunderstood, how fear and liability influence birth decisions, what current guidelines actually say, and what families can do to make informed choices a...

Birth can feel like one long emergency—even when it isn't. A provider expresses concern. A test comes back slightly outside the normal range. A recommendation is made. Suddenly, what started as a routine prenatal appointment feels like a crisis. In this episode, we're unpacking why birth so often feels urgent, high-stakes, and scary, even when there is no actual emergency unfolding. You&...

For decades, VBAC has been painted as dangerous, reckless, or “too risky.” But the truth?  The conversation around VBAC is far more nuanced than most women are ever told. In this episode, we’re unpacking why culture is so afraid of VBAC, how birth became increasingly medicalized, and what shifted in the late 90s and early 2000s that dramatically changed the way providers and hospitals approached v...

Most moms preparing for a VBAC aren’t lacking information. They’re drowning in it. In this episode, I’m sharing why I created The VBAC Space… and the missing piece I see over and over again in birth preparation. Because knowing things intellectually and actually feeling calm, prepared, supported, and confident in labor are two very different things. We’re talking about:  • why fear thrives in isol...

What if birth feels harder not because women’s bodies are failing… but because modern birth environments constantly disrupt physiology? In this episode, we’re unpacking the missing piece in so many birth conversations: physiological birth. We’ve been taught to view labor as mechanical — dilation charts, timelines, measurements, and “progress.” But birth is hormonal, neurological, emotional, and de...

“I just want a safe birth.” You’ve probably said it. Every mom does. But here’s the question no one is asking you back… What does “safe” actually mean—to you? In this episode, we’re pulling apart one of the most commonly used (and misunderstood) words in birth: safety. Because in today’s birth culture, “safe” is often treated like a fixed definition… when in reality? 👉 It’s deeply personal. 👉 It...

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do… Is pause. Not research more. Not make another decision. Not try to force clarity. Just… step back. Because if you’ve been deep in learning, planning, preparing— there comes a point where pushing harder doesn’t actually help. It just creates more noise. In this episode, we’re talking about: Why constantly trying to “figure it out” can start working ag...

You’ve seen the posts. Read the stories. Saved the “this is how I got my VBAC” lists. And without even realizing it… you start wondering if you should just do exactly what they did BUT You were never meant to follow someone else’s birth plan. Because what worked for her? Was built around her body, her provider, her history, her comfort level, her support system. Not yours. In this episode, we’re u...

You can know exactly what you want going into your birth… …and still freeze the moment someone looks at you and says, “So what do you want to do?” Because it’s not just about having a plan. It’s about navigating real-time pressure, authority, and unexpected decisions when your brain is already overwhelmed. In this episode, we’re getting into: Why you freeze in the moment (even when you’ve prepared...

You’ve read the books. Listened to the podcasts. Saved all the posts. So why does it still feel like… you don’t actually know what to do ? In this episode, we’re talking about the moment when “being informed” quietly turns into feeling overwhelmed, second-guessing yourself, and freezing when it actually matters. Because the truth is — more information doesn’t always create more confidence. Sometim...

You know that moment… You’re sitting in an appointment, your provider suggests a plan, and suddenly—you go blank. Not because you don’t care. Not because you didn’t prepare. But because in that moment… you don’t know what to say. In this episode, I’m sharing a real-life experience that caught me off guard—and reminded me just how common this is (even when you do know your options). We’re talking a...

After 100 episodes of conversations, education, and real talk about birth… This one feels different. Because today, I’m pulling back the curtain on something I’ve been building behind the scenes—something designed to take everything you’ve been learning and help you actually use it. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the research… listening, saving, trying to prepare… But still feel unsure...

You’ve been told your body is the problem. That your pelvis is too small. That your baby is too big. That your labor just “didn’t work.” But what if that’s not actually why VBAC plans fall apart? In this episode, we’re getting real about the actual reason so many VBAC attempts don’t go the way moms hoped—and spoiler: it’s not your body failing you. We’re talking about: • the hidden factors most pr...

Mama, did you know your baby’s position can completely change how your labor goes — especially if an induction is on the horizon? In this episode, we’re breaking down why baby positioning matters, how it affects labor progress, and what you can do in the weeks (and even days) before birth to give your VBAC the best chance at a smooth, empowered experience. You’ll learn: Signs your baby might be po...

Most cesareans don’t begin with an emergency. They begin with a series of small, routine decisions that slowly shift the course of labor. This is called the cascade of interventions. In this episode, you’ll learn: • What the cascade of interventions is • How induction, epidurals, and Pitocin can influence labor progression • Why many cesareans are the result of accumulated interventions—not failur...

She was told her body failed. That she didn’t progress. That her labor stalled. That her cesarean was necessary because her body couldn’t do it. But what if the problem wasn’t her body? In this episode, we’re breaking down the truth behind the diagnosis “failure to progress”—what it really means, why it’s often misunderstood, and how birth actually unfolds physiologically. If you’ve ever been told...

"Why would anyone even WANT a VBAC?" If you've ever been asked this question (or asked it yourself), this episode is for you. We're diving into the REAL reasons women pursue VBACs—and spoiler alert: it's about so much more than avoiding surgery. From healing birth trauma to reclaiming your power, from practical recovery to proving something to yourself... every reason is v...

Everyone says “you’ll just know.” But when you’re actually pregnant—especially if you’ve been induced, had a cesarean, or experienced a complicated birth—that advice can feel confusing at best and wildly unhelpful at worst. In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and talking about what labor really looks and feels like in real life. Not the dramatic movie version. Not the textbook checkli...

Choosing a doula isn’t about finding a doula—it’s about finding the right support for you . In this episode, we’re talking about how to actually know if a doula is a good fit, especially if you’re planning a VBAC. Not all doulas practice the same way, and not all doulas are deeply familiar with the unique challenges that can come with birth after cesarean. We’ll cover: Why “Are you certified?” isn...

You can read every book. Listen to every podcast. Follow every birth account on Instagram. And still feel unsure. Not because you’re doing it wrong—but because information without guidance creates overwhelm, not confidence. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on online birth coaching —what it actually is, why it works (yes, even for hospital births), and how having the right support duri...

If you’ve ever started a new year full of good intentions… only to feel behind before January is over — this episode is for you. Motherhood doesn’t pause so you can “start fresh,” and most New Year’s resolutions were never designed with moms in mind. In this episode, we unpack why resolutions so often fall apart in motherhood, how unrealistic expectations quietly fuel shame, and what actually supp...

We’ve been told for years that cesarean rates are high because women’s bodies are failing—that somehow, birth just doesn’t work anymore. But that’s not the truth. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really driving those high cesarean numbers—and spoiler alert—it’s not biology, it’s bias. You’ll learn: 💥 What “birth bias” actually means (and how it quietly shapes your care)...

Let’s be real—sleep deprivation hits harder than anyone warns you. The fog, the tears, the moments where you question if you’ll ever feel like yourself again. It’s not just “new mom tired”—it’s a physiological and emotional storm that affects your healing, hormones, and mental health. In this episode, we’re breaking down what’s really happening in your body when you’re running on empty, why rest i...