I will forever remember the day that I finished my doula training and that feeling of …
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The Best Prenatal for VBAC Moms: Needed vs Ritual
Hi, I’m Lily, part of The VBAC Link team and currently planning/TTC my 4th pregnancy. My fertility journey to get my son …
Membrane Sweeps for VBAC: Details Explained
If you’ve been on your VBAC journey for any amount of time, you’ve likely heard of a membrane sweep. Take a scroll …
Hospital Bag Checklist: What to Pack When Preparing for Your VBAC
Hey, there mama! This blog post has me so reminiscent, thinking back to packing my hospital bags, especially for my …
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Best Gifts to Show Appreciation for Your VBAC Doula and Birth Team
The bonds created in the birthing space are unmatched. Undoubtedly, there is the bond between mom and baby and certainly …
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What do Real Contractions Feel Like?
We’ve all been there; you ask your fellow mom friends, “What do contractions truly feel like?” And they respond "oh, …
Tips for Navigating an Unsupportive Partner, Family or Friends When Planning Your VBAC
You've done your research, taken our How to VBAC Course, found a supportive provider and processed your previous birth …
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5 Things I Wish I Had Known Before Breastfeeding Three Kids
Whether to have a VBAC vs repeat c-section is a common question that birthing parents ask themselves. It can be hard to …
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10 Things to Do to Prepare for a VBAC or HBAC
Preparing for birth can sometimes feel impossible with all of the things going on. As I was scrolling through the posts …
The Risks of Uterine Rupture During VBAC or HBAC and How to Reduce Them
Perhaps the biggest fear we have in our community and the reason we all are often talked into having another Cesarean by …
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10+ Signs It’s Time to Switch Your VBAC or HBAC Provider: OBGYN or Midwife
I love hearing stories on our podcast and in our Facebook community about VBAC parents taking …
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Kick Counts: A Way to Bond with your Baby
Written by Roxane McAllister and Kimberly IsburgIn pregnancy, there are so many things to keep in mind to make sure you …
5 VBAC Mama Tips to Prenatal Preparation for Successful Breastfeeding
Whether to have a VBAC vs repeat c-section is a common question that birthing parents ask themselves. It can be hard to …
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11 Postpartum Essentials Worth Every Penny
Let's be real: When we think about our VBAC pregnancies, most of the focus is on getting to our due date and getting our …
10 VBAC Preparation Must-Haves
Whether to have a VBAC vs repeat c-section is a common question that birthing parents ask themselves. It can be hard to …
20 Questions You Should Ask When Interviewing a Doula for Your VBAC
We are firm believers here in doula support during any birth, but especially a VBAC. A Cochrane review on continuous …
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Birth does not define you- CAM
April is always a big month here at The VBAC Link because it is Cesarean Awareness Month. It can be a really hard …
Using a Rebozo During Labor
During pregnancy and childbirth, it is helpful to have many tools you can access in your tool belt while preparing for …
6 Ways to Prep Physically for VBAC
For many women who have given birth in the past via C-section, VBAC is a great way to return to vaginal birth if …
Are You a Good Candidate for VBAC?
For many women who have given birth via cesarean section (C-section) in the past but want to consider a vaginal birth …
Properly Balancing Doula Work with Your Family Life
It’s a simple fact that many who become doulas are naturally kind, caring people who want to help others in some of the …
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