The VBAC Link
Lily Wyn & Paige LloydHere at The VBAC Link, our mission is to make birth after cesarean better by providing education, support, and a community of like-minded people. Welcome to our circle, we are so glad you are here!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 474 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingHealth & FitnessKids & Family | |||
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Hannah's first labor began at 40 weeks, the day after a membrane sweep. She opted for an epidural but due to fetal tachycardia, had an unplanned cesarean. It was a lonely and confusing postpartum not coping well with the emotional trauma of that birt... more
One of Paige’s dearest friends and fellow doula in South Korea, Ali Craft, joins the pod today sharing her incredibly inspiring (and hilariously narrated!) seven birth stories, including four cesareans and three vaginal births. Ali was able to advoca... more
For the first time EVER, all four of The VBAC Link hosts are together in one episode! Founders and original pod hosts Julie Francom and Meagan Heaton join current hosts Lily Wyn and Paige Lloyd to answer your live VBAC questions. With more than 15 ye... more
Today we sit down with Alex, a nurse practitioner and mama of two, who shares her journey from a scheduled breech cesarean to a fast, spontaneous VBAC at a birth center. After two unsuccessful ECV attempts, Alex planned for a cesarean with her first ... more
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I started listening to this podcast a little over a year after I had a traumatic c-section. I have felt a lot of dread about going through birth again and a lot of fears about getting pregnant even though I would like to have another baby. As I have listened to other women's stories it has given me a lot of perspective on my own experience and healing to know I'm not alone and I can try again. I am not pregnant yet but I am hopeful to someday have a better birth experience whether it is another ... more
Apple Podcasts5Drohmama
United Statesa month ago - Phenomenal people and content
This podcast was a treasure trove of information and empowering insights which ultimately helped me achieve my VBAC in April 2026. Listening to the ladies on here inspired me to get a doula, change providers and go into birth armed with knowledge. I owe my wonderful birth experience to this podcast and highly recommend it to all parents-to-be. Keep up the phenomenal work!
Apple Podcasts5DheeshaktiUnited States2 months ago - Love the VBAC link!
As a birth doula, I found The VBAC Link podcast after my first VBAC client recommended it to me. After just a few episodes, I knew I wanted to take the doula course too.
I spent months listening during every car ride and learned so much along the way. Taking the course deepened that knowledge even more and gave me so much confidence in supporting VBAC families. I’m really thankful for everything The VBAC Link team shares through both the podcast and course.
Apple Podcasts5Crystalmoran16United States2 months ago - DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND LISTEN TO THIS PODCAST!!
I love this podcast and found it so very helpful, informative and encouraging while planning my VBAC. I will admit, I found it somewhat annoying to keep hearing over and over that you have a better chance of having a VBAC if you hire a doula. After my first birth where I had so many people in the room while I labored, I really wanted it to be just my husband and I other than doctors and nurses coming and going as needed. But I really wanted a VBAC, so I found a doula that I felt drawn to and I A... more
Apple Podcasts5alpinethrillerUnited States3 months ago - Informative and Inspiring
I knew I would come back to leave a positive review no matter the outcome of my second birth, but sharing the news of a successful VBAC in my review was something I visualized and am thrilled to include! I first found the VBAC Link via a blog you all posted as I laid in my recovery room post c section back in 2024. From there I found the podcast and this course. The combination of VBAC stories on the podcast and the videos/readings from the course prepared and inspired me to achieve my VBAC two ... more
Apple Podcasts5Hun gry 2469United States6 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #82 | United States/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #136 |  United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #160 |  Canada/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #160 |  Germany/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #230 |  Australia/Kids & Family/Parenting |
Apple Podcasts | #58 |  South Africa/Kids & Family/Parenting |
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Frequently Asked Questions About The VBAC Link
What is The VBAC Link about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on birth after cesarean, combining personal VBAC journeys with practical guidance on navigating medical systems, choosing supportive care teams, and advocating for patient-centered birth. Across episodes, listeners hear about VBACs, HC perspectives from midwives and nurses, trauma-informed care, and the role of doulas, pelvic floor therapy, and birth planning in enabling empowering outcomes. A standout aspect is the emphasis on autonomy, evidence-based decision making, and community support, with real-world tips for preparing for different birth scenarios and recovering physically and emotionally after birth. The mix of expert insight, lived experience, and resources makes it a strong fit for audiences seeking actionable gu... more
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Which podcasts are similar to The VBAC Link?
These podcasts share a similar audience with The VBAC Link:
1. Evidence Based Birth®
2. Down to Birth
3. The Birth Hour - A Birth Story Podcast
4. Birthing Instincts
5. Pain Free Birth
How many episodes of The VBAC Link are there?
The VBAC Link launched 8 years ago and published 474 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on The VBAC Link?
Recent guests on The VBAC Link include:
1. Ashley Ward
2. Jen Hamilton
3. Paige Cassidy
4. Koen Deurloo
5. Angela Das
6. Ashley Adynah
7. Maria Magdalena Campbell
8. Dr. Hazel Keedle
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