Australian VBAC Stories

VBAC

Breastfeeding

Postpartum Recovery

Home Birth

Cesarean Birth

Pregnancy

Mental Health

Midwifery

Perinatal Anxiety

Childbirth Experience

C-Section

Private Midwife

Doula Support

Emotional Support

Public Hospital

Cesarean Section

Maternal Health

Induction

Postpartum Depression

Hospital Protocol

Welcome to Australian VBAC stories. This podcast is for you, the women and parents of Australia to share your journey to vaginal birth after caesarean, and to listen to those who have forged the path before. Whether you’ve had a VBAC or planned one, supported someone through one or simply want to learn more - we hope this will be a resource that inspires, informs, and celebrates all unique experie... more

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	35	Founded	2 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	DocumentarySociety & Culture

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EP35 - Jessica’s VBAC (hospital birth, big baby, PROM, augmentation, meconium liquor, homebirth, private midwife, postpartum transfer, NICU, birth with COVID)

In this powerful episode we hear from Jessica Tabb, a mum of two boys from the Hawkesbury, who shares a deeply reflective and empowering journey to her vaginal birth after caesarean. Jessica’s story is one of navigating uncertainty, learning to trust... more

14 Sep 2025 • 1 hr 34 min

EP34 - Kira’s VBAC (hospital birth, big baby, doula, induction, induced VBAC, epidural, autonomy, empowerment)

In this episode we hear from Kira, a thoughtful and articulate mum who shares her powerful VBAC journey after a previous caesarean. Kira’s story is a beautiful reminder that an empowering vaginal birth after caesarean is possible, even when it involv... more

31 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 1 min

EP33 - Emily’s VBAC (gestational diabetes, BSLs, prodromal labour, posterior, hospital MGP, homebirth transfer, advocacy, debriefing, responsibility, intuition, support)

In this episode, Georgia speaks with Emily, who shares her two contrasting birth stories with honesty, insight, and strength. Emily’s first birth, a planned hospital birth during COVID, took an unexpected turn following a gestational diabetes diagnos... more

17 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 39 min

EP32 - Laura’s 2VBAC births after prior vaginal birth (prodromal labour, hospital transition to homebirth, HBAC, self-advocacy, birth in time of COVID, tandem breastfeeding, vasospasm, candida)

In this heartfelt and deeply insightful episode, Laura shares the stories of her four very different births — unfolding under different models of care and each offering her profound lessons in motherhood, birth and self-trust.

Laura’s journey begins... more

3 Aug 2025 • 1 hr 34 min

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Hosts

Aimee Sing

Co-host and storyteller, shares personal experiences in childbirth.

Bronwyn Senn

Co-host and storyteller, emphasizing woman's empowerment in childbirth.

Georgia Slee

Co-host and storyteller focusing on VBAC journeys and maternal health.

Katelyn Commerford

Co-host and storyteller, sharing insights into the VBAC process.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings

Worth its weight in gold for birthing women
A beautifully crafted podcast hosted by intelligent and thoughtful women who know why birth after caesarean matters. Well done for continuing these important stories ladies!
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Audience members find the content both informative and supportive, making it a valuable resource for those considering VBAC.

Listeners appreciate the thoughtful discussions and empowering narratives shared by the hosts.

The podcast is praised for its honesty in discussing the challenges and triumphs of childbirth.

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Apple Podcasts	#220	Australia/Society & Culture/Documentary
Apple Podcasts	#165	South Africa/Society & Culture/Documentary

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EP30 - Angela's 2VBACs (preterm labour, APH, infant loss, birth after loss, NICU, induction, artificial rupture of membranes, hypertension, reduced movements autonomy, advocacy, midwife)

Q: What knowledge and wisdom would you like to impart on women planning a VBAC?

You have to know that you can do whatever you want to do. If you want to have a vaginal birth, you don't need to seek permission.

EP21 - Claire's VBAC (breech, ECV, postpartum haemmorhage, postpartum depletion, miscarriage, conception journey, student midwife, doula, symphysis pubis, physiological birth in hospital)

Q: Did your plan to VBAC change things for you?

Yes, definitely, definitely. It has affected my confidence in life as a person. It's given me much greater trust in my strength, in my reserves, my power.

EP21 - Claire's VBAC (breech, ECV, postpartum haemmorhage, postpartum depletion, miscarriage, conception journey, student midwife, doula, symphysis pubis, physiological birth in hospital)

Q: So after you had Audrey, did you know that you wanted to have more children? Did you plan to have more children?

Definitely, yes, I have a beautiful older sister and we're about 19 months age difference. We're super close...

EP11 - Tiarny’s VBAC (homebirth transfer, private midwife, post-dates, asynclitism, PPH, T-incision, special scar, freebirth transfer, pre-term labour, premmie, NICU, hospital injury, breastfeeding)

Q: What would you go back and tell your pre-VBAC self?

Tiarny would tell her pre-VBAC self that it's possible and that if one trusts themselves, they can achieve the euphoric feeling of a successful birth experience.

Q: So how are you feeling now? And how is your baby now? And how's everything going?

Tiarny shares that her baby is doing well and they are both adjusting to the new challenges of motherhood, especially after experiencing a traumatic first birth. They managed to establish breastfeeding, which has been a healing aspect for her after her first experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Australian VBAC Stories

What is Australian VBAC Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on women's experiences with vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), sharing powerful and transformative stories that emphasize themes of empowerment, advocacy, and informed choices in childbirth. Each episode highlights personal journeys, addressing the emotional and physical challenges faced by mothers navigating their unique birthing paths, particularly emphasizing the importance of support systems, autonomy in maternity care, and the role of informed decision-making. Discussion points often include the influence of previous traumatic births, the support from healthcare professionals, and the significance of community in fostering positive pregnancy experiences.

This series stands out for its dedication to providing a pl... more

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