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Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
Katherine Stephens - Made 4 Birth
91 episodes
1 month ago
We’ve been told for years that cesarean rates are high because women’s bodies are failing—that somehow, birth just doesn’t work anymore. But that’s not the truth. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really driving those high cesarean numbers—and spoiler alert—it’s not biology, it’s bias. You’ll learn: 💥 What “birth bias” actually means (and how it quietly shapes your care) 🏥 How hospital culture, provider fear, and outdated policies fuel interventions 👩‍⚕️ The differ...
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We’ve been told for years that cesarean rates are high because women’s bodies are failing—that somehow, birth just doesn’t work anymore. But that’s not the truth. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really driving those high cesarean numbers—and spoiler alert—it’s not biology, it’s bias. You’ll learn: 💥 What “birth bias” actually means (and how it quietly shapes your care) 🏥 How hospital culture, provider fear, and outdated policies fuel interventions 👩‍⚕️ The differ...
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Kids & Family,
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Episodes (20/91)
Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
90- Breaking Birth Bias- What’s Really Behind High Cesarean Rates
We’ve been told for years that cesarean rates are high because women’s bodies are failing—that somehow, birth just doesn’t work anymore. But that’s not the truth. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really driving those high cesarean numbers—and spoiler alert—it’s not biology, it’s bias. You’ll learn: 💥 What “birth bias” actually means (and how it quietly shapes your care) 🏥 How hospital culture, provider fear, and outdated policies fuel interventions 👩‍⚕️ The differ...
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1 month ago
25 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
89- Sleep Deprivation is Torture—And We Deserve Better
Let’s be real—sleep deprivation hits harder than anyone warns you. The fog, the tears, the moments where you question if you’ll ever feel like yourself again. It’s not just “new mom tired”—it’s a physiological and emotional storm that affects your healing, hormones, and mental health. In this episode, we’re breaking down what’s really happening in your body when you’re running on empty, why rest isn’t a luxury—it’s medicine—and how to navigate those brutal postpartum nights without losing y...
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1 month ago
33 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
88- A Year of Growth, Grace, and Grit: One Year of the Made For Birth Podcast
One year. 13,205 downloads. 57 countries. 1,500 cities. Every continent (except Antarctica). What started as a microphone, a mission, and a mama with something to say has turned into a community that stretches around the world — and that absolutely blows my mind. In this anniversary episode, I’m sitting down to reflect on the past year — the growth, the pauses, the pivots, and the beautiful chaos that comes with chasing purpose while raising a family. I’m sharing where life has taken me lat...
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2 months ago
33 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
87- Why Movement Matters in Pregnancy + Birth with Kate Hopkins
Movement isn’t just “nice to have” in pregnancy—it’s essential. In this episode, I sit down with Kate Hopkins, a doula, L&D nurse, and Body Ready Method pro, to break down why movement matters so much for both pregnancy and birth. Kate shares how the right movements can reduce common complications, support your baby’s position, and help you feel strong and prepared for labor. Whether you’re looking to lower your risk of interventions or just want to feel more connected to your body,...
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3 months ago
44 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
86- From Nurse to Doula: Jessica Gable on Advocacy and Empowered Hospital Birth
I’m sitting down with Jessica Gable, a registered nurse turned doula who is passionate about low-intervention hospital birth and childbirth advocacy. Jessica has supported countless moms, including those navigating VBACs, and she’s bringing both real-life stories and practical strategies to help you find your voice in the birth room. We’re talking about: ✨ How to prevent those “How did I get here?” birth moments ✨ What advocacy really looks like in a hospital setting ✨ Tips for navigating V...
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3 months ago
58 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
85- You're Not Broken, You're Postpartum
It’s here, Mama—launch day! 💛 My book You’re Not Broken, You’re Postpartum is officially out in the world, and in this special episode, I’m giving you a gift: I’m reading the introductory chapter straight from the book. This isn’t polished or sugarcoated—it’s raw, honest, and written for the nights you feel unseen, the mornings you feel overwhelmed, and the days you wonder if you’re enough. Spoiler: you are. ✨ Launch Day Special: The ebook is just $1.99 today only! 👉 Grab your copy ...
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4 months ago
17 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
84- Your Birth Impacts Your Postpartum
When your birth story doesn’t go as planned, it can leave a mark on your heart that shows up in postpartum in ways you didn’t expect. In this episode, I’m opening up about my own journey—becoming a mom 9 years ago through a cesarean I never imagined—and how that unexpected path made my postpartum heavier than it had to be. We’ll talk about the hidden connection between your birth and your postpartum mental health, how to recognize when those lingering emotions might be affecting you, and wh...
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4 months ago
11 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
83- Your Cervix Is Not A Crystal Ball
Why Dilation Doesn’t Predict Birth You’ve heard it. You’ve maybe even stressed over it: “You’re only 1 cm…” “You’ve been 4 cm for weeks…” “You’re not making any progress.” But here’s the truth: Your cervix is not a fortune teller. In this episode, we’re calling out the over-focus on cervical dilation and why it’s such a misleading measure of how “close” you are to labor—or how labor is progressing. You’ll learn: Why dilation doesn’t predict labor onsetWhy internal checks can create ...
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4 months ago
18 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
82- Is Your Provider's Fear Influencing Your Decisions?
Let’s get one thing straight: your provider’s fear should not be the reason you say yes to something in birth. In this episode, we’re diving into how fear-based counseling shows up in VBAC consults and what true informed consent actually looks and feels like. We’re unpacking the difference between evidence-based recommendations and emotionally charged pressure—and why understanding that difference is the key to reclaiming your power. Whether your provider is afraid of uterine rupture, hospi...
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4 months ago
19 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
81- I’m Not Anti-OB. I’m Pro You.
You’ve heard it before—“Just trust your doctor.” But what if trusting yourself mattered just as much? In this episode, I’m breaking down what it really means to advocate for your birth, especially when your OB has a different plan. Spoiler: being pro-patient choice doesn’t mean you’re anti-doctor—it means you’re pro-you. We’ll talk about: Why many OBs guide with fear instead of factsHow to spot defensive medicine vs evidence-based careWhat informed consent actually looks like (and what ...
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4 months ago
13 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
80- When Labor Stalls
You’re in labor. You’re doing everything right. But suddenly… things slow way down. Is something wrong? Maybe not at all. In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood reasons labor “stalls” — baby’s position. We talk posterior, asynclitic, and all the funky angles babies can wiggle into that slow the birth process down — and why that’s not a failure, it’s a signal. You’ll learn how experienced midwives know when to wait, how to tell the difference between “slow” and “concernin...
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5 months ago
11 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
79- Why You Can’t Hack the Start of Birth: 10 Induction Myths
Desperate for labor to start? You’re not alone. But mama, before you chug the castor oil or speed-walk your neighborhood like it’s a race track, this episode is your wake-up call. We’re busting 10 common myths about inducing labor at home — the ones you’ve seen on TikTok, heard from your cousin, or silently believed yourself. You’ll learn what actually starts labor (hint: it’s not spicy food), what your body is doing behind the scenes, and how to support your labor without trying to force i...
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5 months ago
15 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
78- The 5 Biggest Breastfeeding Myths with Little Bear Lactation IBCLC Jaimie
If your first breastfeeding journey felt harder than it should’ve been… it probably was. And you’re not crazy for thinking something wasn’t right. In today’s episode, I’m joined by Jaimie—an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mom of 5 dedicated to helping mothers who value breastfeeding navigate challenges with confidence & clarity by teaching them to work with their design, their baby's design, uncover the root cause of feeding challenges, and make decisions from th...
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5 months ago
56 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
77- The Postpartum Mental Load No One Warned Us About
You’re not lazy. You’re not ungrateful. You’re not doing it wrong. You’re carrying the postpartum mental load—and it’s invisible, exhausting, and absolutely real. In this episode, we’re naming the weight moms carry that no one talks about: the never-ending mental tabs, emotional labor, planning, anticipating, and managing that comes with having a baby. It’s not just about diaper changes and healing—it’s the invisible load that follows you everywhere. We’ll break down: •What the postpartum ...
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5 months ago
12 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
76- Big News, Bold Moves
Today’s episode is a little different—in the best possible way. I’m finally sharing all the exciting things that have been happening behind the scenes in my business (and believe me, there’s a lot to catch you up on!). Inside this episode, you’ll hear: ✨ The heart behind my upcoming book “You’re Not Broken, You’re Postpartum” ✨ What goes into my 1:1 Birth & Postpartum Planning Sessions—and why they’re total game changers ✨ A breakdown of the 3 tiers of Online Coaching support (including...
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5 months ago
22 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
75- The Birth That Changed Her: Baylee’s CBAC as a Labor & Delivery Nurse
In this powerful episode, Baylee, a labor and delivery nurse pulls back the curtain on her two cesarean births—and the emotional and personal growth that came with each one. Her first birth happened early in her nursing career. She trusted the process, trusted the staff, and expected her induction to unfold with guidance and support. Instead, she was met with fear-based messaging, pressure to comply, and decisions made without truly informed consent. The result? A cesarean she didn’t feel p...
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5 months ago
1 hour 25 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
74- Three Tools You Need For An Unmedicated Birth
Planning to birth without an epidural? This episode is your prep talk and power boost. I’m breaking down three tools every mama needs in her back pocket when preparing for an unmedicated birth—and trust me, they’re probably not what you’re expecting. Whether you’re still deciding or you’re fully committed to going unmedicated, this conversation will help you feel more grounded, more informed, and way more confident. Plus, I’ll share how we take this even deeper inside Clarity Coaching so yo...
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6 months ago
22 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
73- From Uncertain to Unshakable: What Real VBAC Education Gives You
Send us a text Did you know that the right birth education could be the difference between a smooth, empowered VBAC and a repeat C-section you didn’t want? 🤯 Most hospital childbirth classes barely scratch the surface when it comes to VBAC, leaving moms unprepared for the policies, biases, and interventions that can seriously impact their birth experience. In this episode, we’re diving deep into: ✅ The huge difference between hospital-based classes and true VBAC-focused education ✅ How hos...
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6 months ago
12 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
72- Preparing for Emotional Surprises in Birth: Jessica's Cesarean Story
Send us a text Birth isn’t just physical — it’s emotional, it’s mental, it’s soul-deep. In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with the incredible Jessica Rushing to talk about what happens when emotions take center stage in labor. Jessica shares a powerful story of emotional twists in birth and how working through those feelings, instead of against them, made all the difference. We dive deep into why preparing your mindset during pregnancy is just as critical as prepping your birth plan — and ...
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6 months ago
29 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
71- Informed, Not Intimidated: VBAC vs Repeat Cesarean
Send us a text When it comes to deciding between a VBAC or a repeat cesarean, too many mamas are left with surface-level info and a whole lot of fear. And let’s be honest—that’s not good enough when it comes to one of the biggest decisions of your life. In this episode, we’re cutting through the noise and diving deep into the evidence—so you can walk away feeling clear, confident, and fully informed. 👉 Not pressured. 👉 Not guilted. 👉 Not scared into a decision that doesn’t sit right with yo...
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6 months ago
26 minutes

Made For Birth; The VBAC Podcast For Birth After Cesarean
We’ve been told for years that cesarean rates are high because women’s bodies are failing—that somehow, birth just doesn’t work anymore. But that’s not the truth. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what’s really driving those high cesarean numbers—and spoiler alert—it’s not biology, it’s bias. You’ll learn: 💥 What “birth bias” actually means (and how it quietly shapes your care) 🏥 How hospital culture, provider fear, and outdated policies fuel interventions 👩‍⚕️ The differ...