C-section recovery specialist and founder of The Scar Connection, Sarah Stead, joins us for a raw, validating, and truth-filled conversation that every mother deserves to hear whether your birth was surgical or not. With over a decade of experience supporting women after cesarean birth, Sarah is on a mission to rewrite the narrative around healing, recovery, and VBAC choices. From scar tissue and stored trauma to postpartum grief, physical pain, and the myth of the 6-week “all-clear” this episode is full of truths that rarely get shared. We talk about what’s really missing from postpartum care, how the medical system downplays a major abdominal surgery, and why support after birth is non-negotiable. Sarah also breaks down the difference between common and normal, and what your body—and heart—might still be holding onto years later. This episode is a warm hug, a wake-up call, and a reclamation all in one. Whether you’re a C-section mama, planning a VBAC, or simply looking for more truth and support—this one’s for you.   Key Highlights: • Why the “6-week checkup” is not the finish line—it’s just the beginning• The difference between physical healing and true recovery• How scar tissue can impact digestion, posture, emotions, and more• Why breastfeeding after a surgical birth can be harder• How trauma can be physically stored in the scar• What a VBAC really is—and why most women are never told the truth• Why some OBs still push “once a C-section, always a C-section”• What true VBAC support should actually look like• Why your pelvis probably isn’t “too small”• The hidden risks of elective C-sections that aren’t often disclosed• Why it’s never too late to heal—yes, even 25 years later   About the Reclaiming Birth Conference This powerful in-person gathering brings together voices from around the world who are reclaiming birth, autonomy, and truth. Designed for parents, birth workers, and changemakers, the conference is about honoring physiology, challenging the status quo, and reclaiming your birthright. 📍 Ontario – September 19 & 20, 2025🌐 reclaimingbirthconference.com📸 @reclaimbirthconference 📍 Montreal – Spring, 2026🌐 reclaimingbirthmontreal.ca📸 @reclaiming.birth.montreal   Connect with Sarah Stead:  Instagram: @scar.connection Website: thescarconnection.com  VBAC Info:https://www.ontariomidwives.ca/sites/default/files/2022-01/CPG-Vaginal-birth-after-caesaean-section-2021-PUB-.pdf  https://www.thevbaclink.com/vbac-provider/  Reclaiming Birth Conference 15% off use SARAH15 Connect with Melania & Ally:  Instagram: @rawmomversations Website: rawmomversations.com   Podcast Disclaimer: The Raw MOMversations podcast is for entertainment purposes only and not a substitute for professional or medical advice. The views expressed by hosts and guests are their own. Consult professionals for individual needs. We strive for accuracy but make no warranties. Any views or opinions expressed by the hosts, guests, or contributors are solely their own and do not represent the views of Raw MOMversations, its sponsors, or affiliated organizations. Raw MOMversations is not liable for any losses. By listening, you agree to these terms. Thank you for tuning in!