This episode dives into one of our favorite birth topics: VBACs (vaginal birth after cesarean). Jessica and Becky open with a heartfelt check-in about the recent Hill Country floods before shifting into all things VBAC. They walk through the history, break down the real (and rare) risks like uterine rupture, and talk candidly about what pelvic floor PTs actually do to help. From hip mobility to scar tissue myths to provider dynamics—this one’s all about helping you feel informed, supported, and ready to advocate for the birth you want.
In this episode:
📚 A mini history lesson on VBACs and changing medical norms
🧠 Repeatable and non repeatable factors for a VBAC and what that means
⚠️ Uterine rupture: real risk, rare event
🧘♀️ The PT angle: hip mobility, fetal positioning, and what we don’t do (Which might surprise you!)
🧍 Why asymmetry in your body matters and how we assess it
🧑⚕️ The make-or-break role of your provider and the magic of doulas
Whether you’re team VBAC or scheduled cesarean, you deserve informed, individualized care—and we’re here for it.
🎧 Want to go deeper into birth prep? We’ve got two episodes just for you! One dives into perineal massage and how it can help reduce tearing, while the other covers push prep—how to coordinate your breath, core, and pelvic floor for an efficient second stage. These episodes are packed with practical tips for anyone preparing for a vaginal birth (VBAC or otherwise). You’ll find them both linked below!
Episode 6: Birth Preparation: Perineal Tear Risk ReductionEpisode 8: Birth Preparation - Push Prep 101
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