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The Journey to VBAC88.How to Mentally Prepare for the Birth You Actually Want (Even After Trauma)This conversation with Misty Rauscher was đ„ She is a Trauma Recovery Coach and Transformational Life Coach. Misty specializes in mindset, visualization, and helping people navigate the mental âwhat ifsâ that often come up after difficult or traumatic birth experiences.In this episode, we explore how Misty helps people âclear the slateâ from previous births and create a powerful, grounded vision for their next experience â in both pregnancy and postpartum.Whether youâre preparing for a VBAC or simply wanting to feel more at peace with your story, this conversation will leave you feeling seen, empowered...2025-05-0825 min
The Journey to VBAC87. International Cesarean Awareness Network, who they are and how they can help you on your VBAC journeyI have the pleasure of welcoming the International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) to share the incredible work they do for VBAC hopefuls and cesarean awareness.Highlights from this episode:đ„ What the International Cesarean Awareness Network (ICAN) is and why it matters for VBAC hopefulsđ„ How ICAN supports women in advocating for their birth choices and finding evidence-based informationđ„ Ways to get involved and donate to help ICAN continue its mission of supporting VBAC and cesarean awarenessIâm so happy to participate in this 3rd edition of Podcasthon! For one wee...2025-03-2211 minThe Journey to VBAC86. Why I stayed silent in birth and how I finally spoke up and took my power back!Have you ever felt like staying quiet was easier? That if you just âwent with the flow,â everything would work out? I used to believe that too. From my childhood to my first three births, I stayed small, trusting others over myself. But when I found my voice, everything changedâespecially in my VBA3C journey.In this episode, Iâm sharing a deeply personal speech I gave in person about my journey from silence to self-advocacy. âŒïž Fair warningâthe audio isnât the best! The event was ou...2025-03-1223 minThe Journey to VBAC85. The hidden link between mineral depletion and having the energy you need postpartumHighlights from this episode:đ„ The optimal time for testing your mineral levelsđ„ How to make sure you have optimal minerals to help you have more energy postpartumđ„ Who this test is for and how to utilize the results to help you stabilize your moods and menstrual cycleConnect with Vanda —ïžInstagram:â â â â â â â â â @wellness.with.vandaWebsite: https://www.wellnesswithvanda.com/Vandaâs free gift- natural energy guide: https://wellnesswithvanda.myflodesk.com/m4mguideConnect with me, Petra —ïžInstagram:â â â â â @birthing_come_trueâ â â â â Facebook: â â â â â Birthing Com...2025-03-0528 minThe Journey to VBAC84. The danger of 'Going with the Flow' in birthâwhat no one tells youHave you ever felt like staying quiet was the easiest path? That if you just "went with the flow," things would work out? I totally get itâI used to think the same way. But what Iâve learned is this: doing nothing is still making a decision. And when it comes to birth, passive choices often default to the systemâs preferencesânot yours.In this episode, we dive into:â
Why "going with the flow" isnât always the best option.â
How silence can lead to interventions you didnât plan for.â
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The Journey to VBAC83. ADHD, Overwhelm & Birth TraumaâHow Theyâre Connected and What to do about itOwning your VBAC journey isnât just about physical preparationâitâs about healing from the inside out. Trauma, anxiety, and even ADHD can shape how we experience pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, often in ways we donât even realize. If youâve ever felt tension in your body, struggled with racing thoughts, or carried shame around your past birth experiences, this episode is for you.Iâm joined by Joy Acaso, who breaks down how unresolved trauma manifests physically, why anxiety and ADHD feel louder in pregnancy and postpartum, andâmost importantlyâwhat you can do about it...2025-02-1942 minThe Journey to VBAC82. Flexibility in birth prepares you for the rest of your lifeI know that's a bold statement, but it's true. It's science-backed!Some highlights from the episode:Episode Highlights:đ„ How Your Mindset Shapes Your Birth âThe surprising research showing that attitudes, emotions, and cognitive flexibility can influence labor progress, epidural use, and even Cesarean rates.đ„ The Science Behind Mental Flexibility â Learn why being adaptable during birth isnât just a nice ideaâitâs actually linked to better birth outcomes, according to recent studies.đ„ Practical Strategies to Strengthen Your VBAC Mindset â Get actionable tips to reframe fears, build confidence, and prepare your mind for...2025-02-1220 minThe Journey to VBAC81. Why you need a VBAC specific birth planSome highlights from the episode:
đ„ Why a birth plan is so important to create
đ„ What you can include on your birth plan
đ„ The deeper meaning behind birth plans
đ„ How a birth plan can change your birth outcome
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đ„ Who you choose to be on your birth team can make your experience great or terrible
đ„ Each birth support member's potential role
đ„ How to choose your birth team
đ„ Red flags to look out for when interviewing your potential birth team member
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2025-01-3027 minThe Journey to VBAC79. How your past birth trauma or fear shapes your present and How to Heal ItSome highlights from the episode:
đ„ Why healing through your previous birth is so important
đ„ Practical advice for starting your healing journey
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đ„ Why it's important to know them
đ„ What to do if faced with these myths and more!!!!
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Some highlights from the episode:
đ„ What you should focus on instead of the outcome of your birth
đ„ Which choices you make that can affect you having a VBAC or not
đ„ What to stop neglecting
đ„ What you need to stop doing so you can have the birth of your dreams
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The Journey to VBAC76. Christina's 4 VBAC's and 1 homebirth storySome highlights from the episode:
đ„Â Why it matters who's at your labor
đ„ Education is queen!
đ„ How to be prepared to be supported by strangers in the hospital
đ„ How to choose homebirth vs hospital birth- tips for each
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The Journey to VBAC75. Part 2: Lizzy's healing freebirth after cesarean (FBAC)Get ready to hear Lizzy's transformative freebirth story! If you are not familiar with a freebirth, it is when you give birth typically at your own home without an OB or Midwife. It could be just you and your partner or you and your partner or doula or whoever else you choose to be there.
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„ How to build community when nobody around you supports you
đ„ Self-healing and taking radical responsibility for your birth is more important than it's made out to seem
đ„ How to get cl...2024-12-1237 min
The Journey to VBAC74. Part 1: Lizzy's homebirth after cesarean transferLizzy had planned a homebirth after her cesarean but plans quickly changed and she was left with more trauma than she arrived with.
Understanding the hierarchal birth culture so you can give birth confidently is so key!
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„ The cascade of interventions is real and can happen to anyone but there are ways to avoid them
đ„ You have more options than you may realize
đ„ If something doesn't feel right or you feel led to something different than what your OB or Mid...2024-12-0555 min
Island Money 36516: Are you, your Parents retirement plan?Are You Your Parentsâ Retirement Plan?Â
 On this episode of Island money 365, we talk to Bernadette Joy Cruz of Crush Your Money Goals. Who shares the process of how to go about starting the conversation with our parents regarding their financial plans for the future and the part we are expected to play. Bernadette outlines the steps we need to follow when having such difficult conversations as well as her own her migration story. She reminds us money is an emotional topic and especially so when talking with our aging parents. The conversation must be handled with care...2024-11-2438 min
The Journey to VBAC73. Sabina's empowering Freebirth after 2 cesareans (FBA2C)Sabina shares her freebirth after 2 cesarean story and she chats about why educating yourself is the key to an empowered birth experience and once a c-section does not mean always a c-section!
Your intuition is THE MOST IMPORTANT tool you have and should always be listened to
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„ What important things you need to talk to your partner about before the birth
đ„ How to set boundaries with family
đ„ Why trusting your intuition is so important
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The Journey to VBAC70. Brielle's VBAC in a foreign country with a cesarean rate of 50-90%!Brielle experienced sooo many barriers on her VBAC journey and she blasted through all of them!
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„Â Trauma is literally stored in the cells of your body and how you can start facing them in a way that's not overwhelming
đ„Â When you feel like you've exhausted all of your options, it might be beneficial to keep trying. You just might find exactly what you didn't know you needed
đ„Â Why following your intuition and finding your voice are so important on your journey
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The Journey to VBAC69. Raquelâs breech homebirth after three cesareans with a bicornuate uterusGet out your tissues, this one gets emotional!
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„Â How previous births can affect you not connecting with your new baby
đ„Â How to navigate a system that keeps telling you "no, you can't"
đ„Â Tips for how to prepare your partner for Â
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The Journey to VBAC68. These conversations and rituals homebirth midwife Meaghan suggests are a must to have!Preparing for your VBAC can go deeper than the physical and mental aspects, it can be rooted in your lineage, as far back as your mom, and your grandma or even further back than that.
Take a listen to find out why having hard conversations can be absolutely essential to your VBAC journey.
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„Questions to ask your midwife or OBÂ
đ„ Why a homebirth could be your best option for a successful VBAC
đ„ How a doula and midwife differ
đ„ Which aspects of pl...2024-10-031h 03
The Journey to VBAC67. Alyssaâs precipitous homebirth and how she preparedAlyssa Frain is a licensed acupuncturist turned full-time stay-at-home mom. She had her first daughter in September 2020, a missed miscarriage in 2022, and a successful HBAC in January 2024.
She enjoys helping women take their health back into their own hands by showing them how to tune into their bodies and support it with Chinese Herbal Medicine. Her goal is to empower women to reconnect with their bodies so they can live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„ Her top 3 tips when preparing for your HBAC
đ„ Why educat...2024-09-2550 min
The Journey to VBAC66. How to navigate breastfeeding with IBCLC Alex WachelkaBreastfeeding is a learned skill, itâs ok if it does not feel natural or easy.
Feeding your baby is something you need to plan for but know that itâs ok (and very likely) that it may look different in the first few weeks than you planned or expected.
Alex, who is an IBCLC has so much incredible knowledge and amazing tips for you to navigate your journey.
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„ A brief description of understanding the anatomy of your breasts and why...2024-09-1844 min
The Journey to VBAC65. Jessicaâs 2 HBACS and the importance of unconditional supportHaving a supportive team is more important than you may realize. When Jessica didn't have a supportive team she felt like she wasn't being heard or informed. But that all changed for her second and third birth.
Some highlights from the episode:
đ„ Trusting your gut instincts is not a gimmick or just a fun saying, it can lead you down the path you were meant for
đ„ Even if you get told No, try again!
đ„ How not processing your previous birth can affect your subsequent births
đ„ The unspoken gui...2024-09-111h 05
The Journey to VBAC64. Carly's hospital VBAC with lots of advocacy and an AMASometimes you have to put on your advocacy hat more times than you'd like. This definitely was the case for Carly who encountered a not-so-supportive OB while in labor.
Some highlights from the episode:đ„ How to deal with an unsupportive doctorđ„ What one very important option is for handling an unsupportive providerđ„ What an AMA is đ„ and so much more!
Let me know how this episode has helped you once you're done listening đConnect with, Carly —ïžInstagram: @adventure4better
Connect with me, Petra —ïžInst...2024-09-051h 02The Journey to VBAC63. How to have an informed and confident birth with Doula HeHePlans in birth can change and that's okay, knowing what to expect, realizing you have options, and feeling confident in whatever decision you make is of utmost importance. I chatted with HeHe about all of these and she gave us her best tips for making sure your birth unfolds in a way that feels good to you.Some highlights from the episode:đ„ What is causing cesareansđ„ How to avoid a cesareanđ„ How to advocate for yourself during pregnancy, labor, and postpartumđ„ Questions to ask your pract...2024-07-1049 min
The Journey to VBAC62. Nancy Loeffler's VBAC and grief journeyCan you imagine having a VBAC over 40 years ago?!Listen to this episode so you can hear Nancy's VBAC story and her experiences with grief and how she helps other's through it now!Some highlights from the episode:đ„ Sticking to your desires even when hospital staff doesn't agreeđ„ How planning a VBAC can change you in more ways than you might imagineđ„ Having a VBAC can potentially prepare you for future unexpected life experiencesđ„How Nancy helps women prepare for their VBAC and how to handle it...2024-05-1535 minThe Journey to VBAC61. Maternal Mental Health Month, your mental health matters!Maternal mental health is a crucial issue that deserves more attention than it currently receives.Here are the main takeaways from this episodeđ„ Understanding what Maternal Mental isđ„ Recognizing the signs of mental health disordersđ„ Places you can get help fromđ„ Why it's important to address this issue sooner rather than laterResources from the episode:The episode about postpartum psychosis I talked about: Episode 18: The Invisible Struggle- Navigating Postpartum Depression and Psychosis-Pos...2024-05-0220 min
The Journey to VBAC60. Doula Autumn McLees HBAC story and her 6 important tips for VBAC hopefulsContemplating a homebirth after a cesarean aka an HBAC? Check out this episode so you can get the perspective from a doula and HBAC mom herself.
Some highlights from the episode:đ„ Recognizing where our birth fears stem fromđ„ 6 tips to help you plan for your VBAC/HBACđ„ How your partner can feel more comfortable and confident with having an HBACđ„How having a monitrice for your birth can be helpful if you don't want an HBAC but don't want to head to the hospital too early...
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The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 260: BIRTH STORY: VBA3C with Petra CruzToday's episode is all about Vaginal Birth After 3 C-sections! Petra Cruz, from The VBAC Junkie Podcast, joins HeHe to share her story of 3 cesarean births + a VBAC birth at a hospital that has a 'VBAC Ban' in place! Petra is stepping us through her decision making process to have a VBAC and how hard she had to fight in the hospital.
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The Journey to VBAC59. Webster Certified Chiropractor Dr. Elizabeth Wisniewski's tips for your VBACHave you been curious whether you should see a Webster-certified plus perinatal-certified chiropractor?Listen to this episode so you can see how a Webster-certified chiropractor can absolutely help your planning experience as well as your birth and postpartum journey.Some highlights we discussed:đ„ How sharing your previous birth story can help you on your VBAC journeyđ„ How a Webster-certified chiropractor on your team is helpfulđ„ Dr. Elizabeth's best tips for preparing for your VBAC đ„ What ot...2024-04-1741 min
The Journey to VBAC58. Mariaâs Homebirth after cesarean story and her unexpected birth traumaI think most of us think that if we plan for a homebirth we are free from experiencing coercion, free from feeling unheard, free from experiencing medical rape...It can absolutely be without all of these happening BUT making sure that you have hard conversations with your birth team and your partner about how exactly you want to be supported, what everyone's role is, and what is and isn't acceptable throughout your labor, birth, and postpartum experience can literally change the outcome of yo...2024-04-101h 02The Journey to VBAC57. Cesarean Awareness Month- How to avoid a cesareanThis episode is jam-packed with Cesarean and VBAC information.Here are the main takeaways from this episodeđ„ Understanding what Cesarean Awareness Month is đ„ How ICAN can help you on your birth after cesarean journeyđ„ What your options are after you've had 1 or more cesareansđ„ 10 tips on how to avoid a cesareanâš Download this Free VBAC Success Roadmap so you can have a step-by-step guide to planning your VBAC.âš Reach out to your local ICAN chapter https://www.ican-online.org/find-a-chap...2024-04-0346 min
The Journey to VBAC56. Postpartum expectations vs reality and how to set yourself up for a better experience with Dr. ToyaI think most of us waltz into postpartum without planning how we'll manage our emotions, how we'll stay connected to our partner, or building any type of consistent village to help us.I get it, it's hard to ask for help and also you're so busy planning for your birth experience but dare I say it's more important to plan for your postpartum season even more so than the birth...Have you thought about how you'll prepare your partner or anyone else who'll be helping you on what signs to look for ...2024-03-2738 minThe Journey to VBAC55. Risks, Variations, and VBAC Possibilities with Placenta PreviaPlacenta Previa is a subject that is close to my heart because I had it with my second pregnancy.I was never told any information about it other than I needed a cesarean because I could hemorrhage,.I now know that about 90% of placenta previas are resolved by 28-35 weeks!Listen to this episode to get some insight and information you may not have known yet đ Can't wait for you to dive into this episode with me! đResources Mentionedhttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30388184/https://pubmed.nc...2024-03-2122 min
The Journey to VBAC54. Fatima's three homebirth after cesarean journey'sA planned homebirth transfer can happen for various reasons, you'll get to hear Fatima's story of her homebirth transfer and then her 3 homebirth stories after that!We also chatted about mineral depletion and how it can affect your pregnancy and postpartum experience.Fatima is an Integrative Health Practitioner focused on mineral balancing after learning minerals are key to optimal health and deep healing. She has been a toxic-free advocate since 2010 after she was able to get off her antidep...2024-03-1343 min
Birth Trauma Stories(formerly The Twinky Chronicles)S.3 E.26 Petra Cruz: Birth Trauma to Birth DoulaIn today's episode, I welcome Petra Cruz to the podcast. Petra is a wife, mom of 4, birth doula, birth educator, and advocate for VBAC. She is passionate about sharing the raw and real side of motherhood that nobody likes to talk about so they know they are not alone. While in labor with her first child, Petra was told that her baby could die due to decels (a drop in the baby's heart rate). This led to being coerced into a cesarean. Unfortunately, the coercion did not end there. Petra was coerced into 2 more cesareans. Fortunately, through lots of...2024-03-121h 00
The Journey to VBAC53. The outcome of your birth does not speak to who you are as a person with Kayla NettletonYou are more than what happened during your birth! In this episode, I got to chat with Kayla Nettleton who is a licensed therapist who helps women overcome fear, anxiety, and their people-pleasing tendencies.This incredible woman is a wealth of knowledge and I can't wait for you to hear her wisdom and steal her practical tips for releasing your fears and anxieties!Connect with, Kayla —ïžInstagram: @kaylanettleton_lcswFacebook: kaylanettletonLCSWWebsite: www.kaylanettleton.comEmail: kayla@...2024-03-0640 minThe Journey to VBAC52. Choosing your birth locationDepending on your life experiences, perception of birth, or family history you might have had this decided before you ever got pregnant.This is such a deeply personal choice and there is no right or wrong answer. Wherever you feel comfortable is key. đ In this episode, I weigh the pros and cons of a homebirth, birth center birth, and hospital birth. This is by no means an exhaustive list but just a jumpstart for you on your journey to deciding where to give birth.Can't wait for you to di...2024-02-2817 min
The Journey to VBAC51. Hospital VBAC with Kaitlin McGreyes creator of BeHerVillageThis episode was truly special, I had been admiring all the amazing work Kaitlin has been doing from afar and hesitated to reach out to her (hello imposter syndrome) because she was "too big" and wouldn't want to be on my podcast... Well, she actually reached out to me and boy am I glad she did!!đ„ We chatted about her very less-than-ideal first birth where the hospital staff during her labor treated her as if she were a nuisance and you'll find out why her cesarean was actually a welcome opti...2024-02-211h 03
The Journey to VBAC50. Freebirth after 2 cesareans and a special scar with Ashley winningI had a great chat with Ashley Winning who believes that women are born with the strength, wisdom, and courage to birth and be the mothers they want to be.She works intimately with pregnant women who plan to have vaginal births after c-section/ homebirth by working through fear and mindset challenges, while providing emotional support so that they feel heard, seen & validated while taking the steps to birth their baby their way.Ashley is a VBAC Homebirth Mentor & Guide, Podcaster, and...2024-02-141h 06
The Journey to VBAC49. Trusting birth after cesarean with Dr. Stuart FischbeinStuart J. Fischbein MD is a community-based practicing obstetrician and an Associate of the American College of Obstetrics & Gynecology, published author of the book âFearless Pregnancy, Wisdom & Reassurance from a Doctor, A Midwife and A Momâ and peer-reviewed papers Homebirth with an Obstetrician, A Series of 135 Out of Hospital Births and Breech birth at home: outcomes of 60 breech and 109 cephalic planned home and birth center births. After completing his residency at Cedars-Sinai...2024-02-071h 18The Journey to VBAC48. Things I learned from my VBA3C that could help you on your VBAC journeyIn this episode, I reflect on my VBA3C journey. I got soooo much more emotional in this episode than I realized I would. I'm typically not that emotional so get ready for some happy tears đ„č Hope this helps you on your journey!Things gone over in this episode:-The challenges I faced-How it changed me-What I learned along the wayCan't wait for you to dive into this episode! đInternational Cesarean Awareness Network: https://www.ican-online.org/âš Free VBAC Success RoadmapConnect with me, P...2024-01-3129 min
The Journey to VBAC47. Sarah Valladares Positive VBA2C Homebirth transferI had the pleasure of talking to Sarah about her VBA2C story which I was also so honored to be a part of. â€ïž Sarah is a mom of 3 plus 2 stepchildren. She is a placenta encapsulation specialist in Fresno, California with a passion for offering support to other moms on their postpartum journey.Even though Sarah didn't have her baby at home like she planned, she still felt supported and happy with her experience.âš Download this Free VBAC Success Roadmap NOW! âš Connect with Sarah...2024-01-2441 min
PetraCast#LiveInstagram - AutocrĂtica & AutocompaixĂŁo | Sara CruzA forma como falamos connosco Ă© muitas vezes pautada pela crĂtica, algo que influencia a forma como nos relacionamos connosco mesmas!
A autocrĂtica Ă© muitas vezes apenas considerada como negativa, no entanto, esta nossa vertente autocrĂtica parte de um olhar de melhoria acabando em alguns casos por evoluir para uma olhar excessivamente crĂtico!
Nesta live falamos da necessidade de analisar onde a nossa autocrĂtica se encontra e como podemos de alguma forma encontrar-nos em discursos e comportamentos mais equilibrados e autocompassivos!
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PetraCast#LiveInstagram - Mudança e PropĂłsito | Bruna Escoval CruzLIVE com a @brunaescovalcruz para falarmos sobre MUDANĂA e PROPĂSITO.
Uma live no ùmbito do quadro no perfil da Bruna sobre Mudança!
Aqui falĂĄmos de mudança no Ăąmbito da psicologia, falĂĄmos do meu percurso, da minha visĂŁo sobre propĂłsito e Ă© sem dĂșvida um vĂdeo a nĂŁo perder!
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  / petratavares_  2024-01-2239 minThe Journey to VBAC46. Figuring out if VBAC is right for youIn this episode, I dive into how you might choose to have a VBAC or a repeat cesarean.Things gone over in this episode:-Your why for wanting VBAC -Risks and benefits of VBAC and cesarean-Things that could help you prepare for a successful VBACCan't wait for you to dive into this episode! đ International Cesarean Awareness Network: https://www.ican-online.org/ âš Free VBAC Success RoadmapConnect with me, Petra —ïžInstagram:@birthing_come_trueFacebook: Birthing Come TrueWebsite: Birthingcom...2024-01-1831 min
The Journey to VBAC45. Birth Doula, Hannah Gill's unmedicated hospital VBACIn the first episode of The VBAC Junkie Podcast, I chatted with my good friend and fellow VBAC mom Hannah Gill who is a wife, mother of two, doula and birth educator, and owner of Ebb and Flow Birth Co. She has a passion for VBAC and helping families and doulas navigate VBAC with confidence. Hannah believes women deserve to be respected and supported in their pregnancy, birth, and parenting choicesDoula Tips for VBAC Support: www.ebbandflowbirthco.com/newdoulatipsWebinar: 3 steps to avoid as ...2024-01-1044 min
The Journey to VBACWelcome to The VBAC Junkie Podcast!đïž Welcome to the VBAC Junkie Podcast, hosted by me, Petra Cruz â a passionate birth doula and proud VBA3C mom. Join me on this powerful road where I open up about my personal cesarean experiences and my VBA3C journey, sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between.In each episode, incredible moms who've experienced a VBAC will sit down with me to share their unique stories. We'll laugh, cry, and celebrate the strength within each birth journey. BUT this podcast isn't just for ...2024-01-0301 minThe Journey to VBAC44. How this podcast is changing in 2024Lots of changes coming but I wanted to give you a teaser of what's to come starting January 10, 2024!If you follow me on Instagram you already knew this change was coming though đ Connect with me, Petra —ïžInstagram:@birthing_come_trueFacebook: Birthing Come TrueWebsite: Birthingcometrue.comEmail: Petra@birthingcometrue.comDon't forget to subscribe to the Birth Junkie Podcast for more empowering conversations and insights on all things birth-related.--------------------------------------------...2023-12-2711 minThe Journey to VBAC43. Why ALL women need pelvic floor therapy with Dr. Sarah TillayI had such a great conversation with Sarah, she shared her 2 very different birth stories and her extensive knowledge and recommendations on the pushing stage of labor.You won't want to miss this episode, it's jam packed with helpful tips for your pelvic floor health before and after you give birth! Dr. Sarah Tillay is a board certified physical therapist who is specialized in pelvic health. She is the founder of Floored Pelvic Health & Wellness, LLC. She is passionate about educating wom...2023-12-2042 minThe Journey to VBAC42. Navigating motherhood imperfectly perfect when it feels like youâre âfailingâBefore you dive in, I want to let you know that you are NOT failing, you are doing incredible!!I had the honor to speak with Sarah L Smith, she is a mother of 2 girls (4 & 5.5yo) after suffering from PMAD (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders) that started when she was pregnant with her second daughter, mental health became something very important to her. In the middle of 2020 shortly after her, younger turned 2, she finally felt like she had climbed out from the shells of PMAD and...2023-12-0643 minThe Journey to VBAC41. Non-conventional ways to approach infertility that actually work!I had the pleasure of talking to Ashley Holmes, a holistic fertility coach.Overview of this episode:Ashley shares her own infertility and how she overcame that How you can approach infertility in a more holistic wayThe framework Ashley uses to help her own clients on their journey Connect with Ashley —ïžInstagram: @ashley_holmes3202Personal Facebook: Ashley HolmesGroup Facebook: Holistic Fertility CoachWhat yoga Nidra isDon't forget to subscribe to the Birth Junkie Podcast for more e...2023-11-2233 minThe Journey to VBAC40. Marlene's inspirational VBA3C story!This is the story you didn't realize you needed to hear!I chatted with Marlene who is a doula in Hanford, California. She shares her C-section stories and her awww inspiring VBA3C journey!Overview of this episode:How your birth outcome can be influenced on where you give birth and who's thereHow Marlene advocated for herself How Marlene will be serving the community of Hanford in a HUGE way Connect with Marlene —ïžInstagram: @designed.to.birthWebsite: https://designed-to-birth-...2023-11-0945 minThe Journey to VBAC39. My lonely teen pregnancy and postpartum journeyThis is just a snippet into my teen pregnancy and postpartum journey, honestly 18 years ago feels like a lifetime ago and a lot of it is fuzzy or forgotten most likely due to me experiencing so many traumatic things during this time! Here's an overview of this episode:Why it was so lonelyHow I felt like a disgraceThe way I felt so lost and confusedHow this journey has changed međ„ I didn't dive as deep as I could have but I plan to chat more in-depth when I sit down and interview my mom ...2023-11-0113 minThe Journey to VBAC38. How to be able to afford a birth doula and being off work after giving birthOn today's episode, I had a repeat guest which was Bri of Bd Smith Financial. It was incredible talking to someone who is so incredibly knowledgeable about finances and she makes it sound so easy, even though it sounds like jibberish to me sometimes đ As I've said before, Bri is a knowledgeable CPA and Wealth Strategist who is committed to helping families reach financial freedom. Her passion for empowering parents to create generational wealth comes from her belief that everyone deserve...2023-10-1836 minThe Journey to VBAC37. Climbing out of the darkness from birth trauma and PTSDToday's guest was Brittany Welch . In this chat, Brittany was extremely raw and transparent with both of her pregnancy and birth experiences.Brittany is a teacher and extremely active volunteer for Postpartum Support International (PSI), she is heading up the charge towards gaining more support avenues for our local community and helping sooooo many women with the work she is doing.If you're in the Modesto, California area, don't miss out on Brittany's "Climb out of the darkness" event on Oct...2023-10-1154 minThe Journey to VBAC36. Realistic steps to overcome fear and have the birth experience youâre dreaming ofI consider this a part 2 of the previous episode đ Here's an overview of this episode:Iâm giving you 15 practical tips for overcoming your fears to accomplish your goalsFear is normal but it doesnât have to overcome youEven if youâre busy these tips are doableIâll share some things you may not have thought about that are super effectiveđ„ If you implement these tips, you CAN overcome your fears! If you'd rather watch this episode, head over to my YouTube channel where I'm going to start u...2023-10-0419 minThe Journey to VBAC35. How fear could be holding you back from giving birth the way you wantFear can be overwhelming and sometimes paralyzing, I get it. Iâve been there!Here's an overview of this episode:Why fear could be holding you backHow to get past your fearsWhy getting past your fears is so importantI chat about a few ways that helped me push past fear to have my transformative VBA3Cđ„ You can do this, I believe in you! âš Get ready for next weekâs episode where I give you realistic steps to blasting past fear to have the birth experience youâve been dreaming of! If y...2023-09-2714 minThe Journey to VBAC34. Bri's Courageous Journey While Surviving Traumatic BirthsToday's guest was Bri of Bd Smith Financial. This chat was so incredible, Bri really opened up about both of her traumatic births and it's eye-opening as to how the medical model treats women in labor or during their vaginal or c-section birth.Bri is a knowledgeable CPA and Wealth Strategist who is committed to helping families reach financial freedom. Her passion for empowering parents to create generational wealth comes from her belief that everyone deserves to end poverty for their family ...2023-09-211h 06