The VBAC Homebirth Stories Podcast

EP165 | Dr K – The High-Risk OBGYN Who Champions a Woman’s Right to Birth on Her Own Terms


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In this thought-provoking episode, I sit down with the remarkable Dr K, a high-risk obstetrician and online doula who is walking the delicate line between the medical system and autonomous birth.

With rare insight and fierce compassion, Dr K shares what it’s like to be an OBGYN working within a system that too often defaults to control, fear, and policy over people. Her mission? To bring balance back into the conversation and ensure that informed consent isn’t just a checkbox, it’s a sacred part of birth.


Inside this episode:

  • What it’s really like being an OBGYN in today’s high-intervention maternity care model
  • The uncomfortable truths around coercion, lack of consent, and birth trauma in hospital systems
  • Why Dr K believes every woman deserves balanced, evidence-based, and non-judgmental support
  • How she supports clients both clinically and emotionally, as both an online doula and OBGYN
  • The story behind her social media advocacy and why she started speaking out
  • Navigating both worlds: institutional medicine and sovereign, women-centred care
  • This is a must-listen for birth workers, pregnant people, and anyone questioning the status quo in maternity care.

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    Disclaimer: The VBAC Homebirth Stories Podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. The stories and opinions shared are personal experiences and should not be considered medical advice. Every birth journey is unique, and we encourage you to research, trust your intuition, and consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making decisions about your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.

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