After an initial cesarean birth due to preeclampsia, IVF warrior Desirae Whittle knew it was paramount to gather a birth team that would truly encourage a vaginal birth. She shares with Adriana Lozada the many joyful moments during the long vaginal labor of her second child, and how her team enabled her informed decision-making at every step of the experience.
Listen through to the end for Adriana’s “Two Things to Do: One for You, One for the Rest of Us.” Every week, she selects actions, books, and other resources to further inform your intuition and support others on their birth journeys.
If you liked this episode, listen to this interview about VBAC facts, or this episode to learn about preeclampsia. For more information on the Walcher's position, visit the Spinning Babies website.
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Your Baby’s Fussy Phases
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Transitioning Into Parenthood
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[Postpartum] A Respected Preemie Vaginal Birth
Your Baby, The Mammal
[Postpartum] Coming to Terms With a Fussy Baby
Bringing Equity to Birth
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Healing Your Birth Story
[Birth Stories] An Empowered Cesarean After a Traumatic Cesarean
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