Making birth after Cesarean better.
Online VBAC Courses
At The VBAC Link, our mission is to make birth after Cesarean better, by helping parents preparing for VBAC birth build confidence in their birth choices.
We are Julie Francom and Meagan Heaton; between the two of us we have supported over 700 parents in their VBAC journeys, have had three HBAC’s, and one VBA2C. We get you!
Besides our VBAC courses for Parents and Doulas, you will want to make sure you check out our podcast of VBAC stories, VBAC blogs, and our Facebook community of support. We also have a collection of VBAC doulas to help you during your VBAC pregnancy and more!
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Welcome to The VBAC Link
We are Julie Francom (left) & Meagan Heaton (right)
Along with being doulas and moms, we have a passion for all things VBAC and empowering moms to play an active role in their pregnancy and birth by finding out the true VBAC risks and benefits.
With 4 kids under 6, Julie is always caffeinated and takes pride in finding new ways to encourage her kids to help tidy up. Current fave: cleaning dance parties!
Meagan is always on the go. Between doulaing for clients, running half marathons, and speaking and teaching about VBAC she likes long walks around the block with her husband at night so they can connect and catch up.
The Ultimate VBAC Checklist
We mamas carry a lot. The mental load is real—and when you’re prepping for a VBAC, it only gets heavier. One thing our team has found helpful? Thinking through birth and postpartum care ahead of time. It can free up precious mental space during your pregnancy to focus on your upcoming birth. Here is our …
Cesarean Awareness: Supporting Informed Choices, Challenging Misconceptions, and Honoring All Births
Raising awareness about cesarean births is essential for educating, empowering, and supporting families through the process. As cesarean delivery rates continue to rise worldwide, it’s important to encourage open, inclusive dialogue that respects all types of birth experiences. Making Knowledgeable Choices One of the most vital aspects of cesarean awareness is enabling informed decision-making. Whether …
From C-Section to Confident: 6 Things That Helped Me Feel Strong Again
After my c-section, I carried more than just a scar on my belly—I carried the weight of disappointment, confusion, and a shaken sense of trust in my body. Like so many moms, I had to work through not just the physical recovery of a c-section, but the emotional recovery, too. But what I want to …