Ep 98 Description:

"Once you have the facts, once you have confidence in your information, you have confidence in your decision. You don't need to justify that to anyone. It's not your job to educate the world unless you decide it is." —Jen Kamel

VBAC— Vaginal Birth After Cesarean is a common yet controversial choice that many birthing people face. While the evidence has long supported VBAC as a safe option for most, widespread myths and misinformation continue to obscure the facts.

In this episode, leading VBAC advocate Jen Kamel sets out to separate myth from reality once and for all. She delves into the numerous misconceptions that have taken hold over the years: from beliefs that VBAC is only suitable for a select few, to exaggerations of its risks, to the idea that repeat c-sections are always safer.

Debra and Jen also discuss practical tips on finding supportive providers and navigating unsupportive opinions, the importance of fully informed consent, and the power of realizing one's autonomy in their birth decisions despite barriers.

For anyone with a personal or professional stake in empowering low-risk vaginal births, this can't-miss discussion is a must-listen to counter the barrage of VBAC myths and understand the option in its proper evidence-based light.

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Once you have the facts, once you have confidence in your information, you have confidence in your decision. You don't need to justify that to anyone." —Jen Kamel

VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean) remains one of the most misunderstood topics in childbirth. Despite decades of evidence demonstrating its safety for most individuals, myths and misinformation persist, leading to confusion and fear for those considering their options.

In this episode, Debra Pascali-Bonaro is joined by VBAC advocate Jen Kamel, founder of VBAC Facts, to bust the myths and bring clarity to this important topic. Drawing from decades of research and advocacy, Jen helps demystify common misconceptions and provides tools for making confident, informed decisions.

Highlights include: 🌟 The evidence-based safety of VBAC versus repeat c-sections 🌟 Busting myths about who qualifies for VBAC 🌟 Practical tips for finding supportive care providers 🌟 Navigating unsupportive opinions with confidence 🌟 The importance of autonomy and fully informed consent in birth

Whether you're exploring VBAC for yourself, supporting someone through the process, or a birth worker looking to expand your knowledge, this episode is packed with actionable insights to empower informed decisions.

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Episode Highlights:

02:47 Advocacy for Respectful Care

07:18 VBAC Risks, Candidacy, and Decision-Making

12:21 Finding Supportive Providers

16:59 VBAC Access and Midwifery Legislation

20:46 VBAC Rates and Barriers in the US

25:29 VBAC Tools and Resources

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