Listen "#138. Serena's VBAC to Nylah"
Episode Synopsis
“Back up your ‘she’ll be right’ with some actual tools to dothis” is what Serena would say if she could go back in time to her pre-pregnant self before first baby Maeve arrived. Serena reflects on her two different experiences of birth –both with the same intense sensations; but in her second birth Serena was now armed with tools, techniques and a mindset that helped her work with what was happening in a different way.Her first birth to Maeve ended in a c-section. ( If you’re notin the mood today for a not so positive story, please skip to around 27 mins) We then talk about Serena’s positive preparation for baby #2. You’ll hear about the compromise on planned birth place and the commitment Serena and her husband made to their VBAC journey, how the hypnobirthing tools and techniques made a big difference.Listen to the incredible birth story, of Serena backingherself, doing her own vaginal checks and the decision they made to make a move to hospital. There’s a dramatic arrival of baby Nylah, but all in the best possible way. Serena achieved her wished for and worked for VBAC!If you too would like support to prepare mentally, emotionally and with practical tools and techniques for your positive birth reach out to Helen at www.positivebirths.co.nz.
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