As expectant parents, your pregnancy journey is probably filled with excitement, anticipation, and perhaps a hint of anxiety. Amidst the multitude of decisions you need to make, one choice stands out as profoundly impactful: the decision to enlist the support of a...
In the United States, approximately 1.3 million women undergo a cesarean section every year, making it the most common surgery done in the US. Yes, cesarean sections are commonplace, (32.1% of all births in 2022), but they continue to put healthy women at higher risk...
Doulas are currently getting all the attention and praise they deserve. Many employers and health coverage programs are reimbursing expectant parents for services provided by birth and postpartum doulas. Doulas, this is your moment! World Doula Week Giveaway is here...
“Failure to Progress” is one of the four main reasons for performing a cesarean section. Evidence shows that physicians vary widely in their assessment that labor has “failed.” Consequently, whether a cesarean is necessary or not varies among physicians. Physicians...
October is Placenta Accreta Awareness Month As expectant parents, you're embarking on an exciting journey filled with anticipation and joy. While preparing for the birth of your baby, it's important to stay informed about potential complications that can develop...
While childbirth is indeed a miraculous process and a beautiful life-changing event, it can sometimes also be emotionally challenging and traumatic for some fathers. Studies have found that some fathers find themselves unprepared for potential complications during...
You have the right to choose how, where, and with whom you want to give birth. To make decisions that are right for you, it’s important to have evidence-based information about the benefits and risks of the care that is being recommended. As expectant parents, you deserve to feel empowered, informed, and in control throughout your pregnancy and childbirth journey. That’s why we are thrilled to introduce Module 13: Your Rights in Pregnancy and Childbirth. This educational slide set provides you with the knowledge and understanding of your rights, enabling you to make informed decisions and advocate for your desired birth. Module 13, a part of the VBAC Education Project, is available as a free download from vbac.com.
We are happy to announce the release of Module 12: Planning a Home VBAC, (HBAC), the latest addition to our free, comprehensive parent education series on vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC). While mothers who labor at home have the highest rate of VBAC, evidence...
We are thrilled to announce the release of Module 11, Planning a VBAC in a Free-Standing Birth Center, available as a free download from vbac.com . This module is part of our ongoing commitment to providing comprehensive and up-to-date information on childbirth...