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

64 episodes

62. What’s Coming Up for Me as I Prepare for My 2VBAC
04/08/2025 | 8 mins.
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 and how I’m processing the beauty and weight of this being my last baby.
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
61. Maternal Ambivalence and the Power of AND with Dr. Margo Lowy, BSW, MSW, PhD
02/06/2025 | 31 mins.
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 ambivalence is and why it’s so misunderstood
How embracing the “darker” emotions of motherhood can lead to deeper connection and confidence
Why shifting cultural narratives around motherhood is essential for long-term mental health and healing
Connect with Dr. Margo Lowy:
Website: https://drmargolowy.com/
Book: Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood
Instagram: @drmargolowy
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
60. Esophageal Atresia, Unexpected C-Sections, and Trusting Your Intuition with Liz Eidelman
19/05/2025 | 49 mins.
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 faced during her own births and how they shaped her mission to improve birth outcomes.
The importance of true informed decision-making and what that looks like in practice for moms.
How birth trauma can spark change not just for the mother but for the birth system as a whole.
Connect with Liz:
Personal IG: @lizeidelman
Doula IG: @the.sage.sister
Website: lizeidelman.com or thesagesister.com

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
59. Why I'm Choosing NOT to Have an HBAC
14/05/2025 | 9 mins.
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 homebirth.
There is no right or wrong way to give birth, only the way you feel safest and most supported.
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
58. Preparing for My Second VBAC (I'm Pregnant!)
02/05/2025 | 7 mins.
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

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

Welcome to Motherhood Flow, your go-to motherhood podcast with a good mix of VBAC preparation tips and VBAC birth stories. While I focus heavily on VBAC and prevention of unnecessary c-sections, you can bet I'll be discussing topics from preconception to birth, to mothering toddlers and navigating your relationship after children, I cover it all here.Get ready for insightful conversations, expert interviews, and personal stories. Motherhood Flow is your space to walk through birth and motherhood on your terms, ensuring you're not just going with the flow but being an active participant in your own story. On this podcast you'll get some input and advice on questions like these:- What is a VBAC?- Can I have a VBAC?- How can I avoid a c-section?- How can I find a VBAC supportive provider?- Will having a c-section impact breastfeeding?- How to prepare for an unmedicated birth?- Is home birth safe?- How can I have a low intervention hospital birth?- What are my birth rights?- How to heal from birth trauma?- What can I do to make the transition from one to two kids easier?- How does acupuncture help fertility and overall wellness?- What is uterine rupture and what is the risk of uterine rupture?- Can I have a VBAC after multiple c-sections (VBA2C, VBA3C)?- Can I have a home birth after cesarean (HBAC)?- Should I have labor induced?And you'll hear a range of birth stories including:- VBAC birth stories- HBAC birth stories- Home birth stories- Free birth and unassisted birth stories- Low intervention hospital birth stories- Traumatic birth stories and discussion of birth trauma- Unmedicated birth storiesSome of the experts you'll hear me talk to include:- Doulas- Childbirth educators- Acupuncturists- Chiropractors- Lactation Consultants- Doctors- Midwives- Nurses- Pelvic floor therapistsSubscribe to Motherhood Flow now on your favorite podcast platform. I'm Hannah Gill, mother of two, VBAC mom, VBAC doula, and birth educator. I have a passion for helping women learn about and prepare for VBAC and take ownership of their birth experience. You can learn more about me and the services I offer at https://www.thehannahgill.com or on Instagram at @thehannahgill.Please remember that this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for medical advice.

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