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Motherhood Flow - VBAC tips, preparing for a vaginal birth after c-section, preventing cesareans

Motherhood Flow - VBAC tips, preparing for a vaginal birth after c-section, preventing cesareans

Hannah Gill | VBAC Mom, VBAC Doula, and Childbirth Educator. 64 Episodes Aug 4, 2025

Motherhood Flow is a podcast focused on VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) preparation, sharing tips and birth stories to help mothers avoid unnecessary c-sections. Host Hannah Gill, a VBAC mom, doula, and childbirth educator, covers topics from preconception to birth and parenting. The show features expert interviews, personal stories, and practical advice on questions like finding a VBAC-supportive provider, preparing for an unmedicated birth, and healing from birth trauma. It aims to empower women to take an active role in their birth and motherhood journeys.

Episodes

62. What’s Coming Up for Me as I Prepare for My 2VBAC
62. What’s Coming Up for Me as I Prepare for My 2VBAC Aug 4, 2025 00:08:52 In this episode, I’m opening up about why this final pregnancy and birth feels like a full-circle moment.My due date with baby #3 is right around the time of my son's birthday and this time…it’s another boy. The timing and the season are stirring up so many reflections as I prepare to close this chapter of growing and birthing babies.I share the thoughts and emotions that have been coming up
61. Maternal Ambivalence and the Power of AND with Dr. Margo Lowy, BSW, MSW, PhD
61. Maternal Ambivalence and the Power of AND with Dr. Margo Lowy, BSW, MSW, PhD Jun 2, 2025 00:31:44 In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Margo Lowy, a psychotherapist, author, and expert in maternal mental health, for a powerful conversation about the often unspoken emotional realities of motherhood. Dr. Lowy shares what led her to explore the concept of maternal ambivalence and how naming and normalizing our full emotional experience can transform the way we mother.We discuss:What maternal ambiva
60. Esophageal Atresia, Unexpected C-Sections, and Trusting Your Intuition with Liz Eidelman
60. Esophageal Atresia, Unexpected C-Sections, and Trusting Your Intuition with Liz Eidelman May 19, 2025 00:49:13 In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Eidelman, a New Jersey mom of two, doula, and content creator with a passion for helping women take control of their birth experiences. Liz shares her journey through two very different, yet equally challenging, births—and how those experiences sparked her desire to empower others to have satisfying, informed, and empowered births.We discuss:The challenges Liz fa
59. Why I'm Choosing NOT to Have an HBAC
59. Why I'm Choosing NOT to Have an HBAC May 14, 2025 00:09:15 I have previously said that I would love to have a homebirth after cesarean (HBAC) if I had a third baby. Well, I've changed my mind and I'll go over why in this episode. I am an advocate for choice and informed consent. I believe everyone has a right to weigh the risks and benefits and decide what type of birth is best for them. Whether that be a hospital VBAC, birth center, or homebirt
58. Preparing for My Second VBAC (I'm Pregnant!)
58. Preparing for My Second VBAC (I'm Pregnant!) May 2, 2025 00:07:15 Text Hannah! VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
57: Doula Support During C-Sections
57: Doula Support During C-Sections Mar 31, 2025 00:10:43 In this episode, I'm going over the role doulas play in supporting clients through both planned and unplanned c-sections.Many people believe that once a c-section is decided on (whether planned or unplanned), a doula is no longer needed. That is absolutely untrue. Doula support is extremely beneficial in all birth scenarios.Text Hannah! VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.t
56: How to Choose the Best Hospital for Your VBAC and Best Maternity Care Hospitals with Dr. Jennifer Winston from U.S. News & World Report
56: How to Choose the Best Hospital for Your VBAC and Best Maternity Care Hospitals with Dr. Jennifer Winston from U.S. News & World Report Mar 24, 2025 00:20:45 In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jennifer Winston, Health Data Scientist at U.S. News & World Report, to discuss the powerful data behind the rankings of the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care and Maternity Care Access Hospitals. Here's what you'll learn:What defines a Best Hospital for Maternity Care and a Maternity Care Access Hospital, and why they’re critical in shaping the f
55: How Long to Wait Between Your C-Section and VBAC
55: How Long to Wait Between Your C-Section and VBAC Mar 19, 2025 00:08:35 In today’s episode, I'm diving into a key consideration for VBAC planning...the timing and spacing between your c-section and VBAC.If you’re planning a VBAC then understanding the spacing between births can make a big difference. I go over ACOG guidelines but also give some personal insight into the topic and remind you to trust your gut and intuition.https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-gu
54: Pelvic floor exercise after c-section and to prepare for VBAC with Dr. Jessica London, PT, DPT, PCES
54: Pelvic floor exercise after c-section and to prepare for VBAC with Dr. Jessica London, PT, DPT, PCES Mar 10, 2025 00:42:59 In today's episode I dive deep into pelvic floor PT with Dr. Jessica London, PT, DPT, PCES. I also hear a bit about her birth stories (unplanned c-section and HBAC).Here’s what you can expect:How Jessica's first birth experience shaped the decision for a second homebirth, and the mental preparation involved.Differences in preparing for a VBAC attempt and how that preparation evolved from
53: 5 Questions to Ask Your Provider About VBAC
53: 5 Questions to Ask Your Provider About VBAC Mar 7, 2025 00:07:53 https://www.thehannahgill.com/blog/5-questions-to-ask-your-provider-about-vbacText Hannah! VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
52: More Nurses, Fewer c-sections. Why Hospital Staff Matters More Than You Think.
52: More Nurses, Fewer c-sections. Why Hospital Staff Matters More Than You Think. Feb 21, 2025 00:07:20 In today’s episode, I'm diving into an important but often overlooked factor that can make all the difference in your VBAC journey: nurse staffing. You might not have considered how hospital staffing levels can influence your VBAC success, but research shows that more nurses could mean fewer C-sections. I dive into:Why your hospital’s nurse-to-patient ratio matters more than you think.How sta
51: How Are You Preparing for a VBAC?
51: How Are You Preparing for a VBAC? Feb 3, 2025 00:11:00 https://www.thehannahgill.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-vbac-coursesText Hannah! VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll

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