Birth After Cesarean Mentoring

Who can benefit from Birth After Cesarean mentoring? 

These sessions are a good option for people with a cesarean history who are curious about (or have been encouraged to) VBAC, but aren't sure where to start with preparing, people who are firmly desiring a VBAC but have been told they "aren't a good candidate" or are "unlikely to be successful" by their provider, people who have had multiple cesareans or unique risk factors, those with trauma to get a hold of, and more.

Do I need to be a doula client to seek mentoring?

No.  VBAC & Birth after Cesarean mentoring sessions are available regardless of whether you are on my client roster.  They are especially a good option for those who are not hiring a doula, who are outside my service range or have chosen another doula etc. but still need expert guidance on preparing themselves for a VBAC or repeat cesarean.

What is your approach and what are the goals? 

This is a service designed to uncover the best approach and decisions for you, not to push a one-size-fits-all agenda.  Decisions regarding birth after cesarean are deeply personal and should be made within a framework of support, unbiased information and awareness regarding your own values & risk tolerance.

What can I expect at the first session? 

We will go over your birth history, your questions/concerns and goals, your relationship with your provider (or priorities for a provider), and more.  We may do an assessment of your resting posture and discuss individualized strategies to promote optimal fetal positioning, a healthy low-risk pregnancy, spontaneous labor and more if you are wanting a VBAC.

Do I need my medical records?

Not necessarily, but depending on your questions and goals, sometimes having your medical records (in particular the surgical/operative report) can be helpful.  See here for how to request your records.