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Welcome mommas, today we’re going to talk about what you need to know about having a VBACs (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean).
I share my own VBAC journey, offer tips on how to navigate them, and welcome my guest Hannah Gill, a VBAC doula and childbirth educator.
Hannah has a background in the sciences with a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology from Indiana University and a Master of Science in Forensic Biology from Purdue University.
She became interested in birth work after the birth of her son in 2019, when she realized that there is a lack of thorough education and support being provided to families. Because of this, she became a childbirth educator and doula.
Together, we debunk misconceptions about VBACs, explore the importance of a VBAC supportive provider, the role of scar tissue mobilization, and the significance of education in making informed choices.
We also touch upon the physical and emotional aspects of recovery after cesareans and advocate for personalized birth plans.
02:02 Finding the Right Provider for VBAC
08:25 Understanding VBAC Risks
21:56 The Importance of Birth Plans and Advocacy
24:31 Debunking the Myth of Small Pelvis
25:18 The Role of Positioning in Labor
25:43 VBAC Success Stories
28:04 Induction and VBAC: Myths and Facts
30:46 The Importance of Support and Education
32:17 Epidurals and VBAC: What You Need to Know
33:38 The Power of Movement During Labor
39:44 The Role of Doulas in Labor
40:59 Scar Tissue Mobilization
42:16 Conclusion and Resources
Connect with Hannah:
Follow her on Instagram @thehannahgill
Check out her podcast: Motherhood Flow Podcast: https://thehannahgill.com/podcast
Website. https://thehannahgill.com
Free First 3 Steps to VBAC Guide: https://thehannahgill.com/firststeps
VBAC Guide for Doulas: https://thehannahgill.com/newdoulatips
Self-paced version of my program VBAC Is Your Birth Right: https://thehannahgill.com/course
More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected with me on Instagram @PelvicFloorMomma
PelvicFloorMomma.com
Resources
Free Masterclass for Moms Experiencing Pregnancy Pain
Free Guide to Pregnancy Relief
Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain Course
1:1 Pelvic Floor Coaching
Pregnant Pelvic Power Challenge
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Pregnancy pain, although common, is not normal!
In this episode of Belly Birth Beyond, I’m addressing the often-dismissed topic of pregnancy pain, the misconception that pregnancy pain is normal, and emphasizing that while it's common, it CAN be managed and you CAN find relief!
Through relatable examples, you'll learn why common advice like taking Tylenol or using a belly band only offers temporary relief.
I dive into the root causes of pregnancy pain, discuss the critical body support required during pregnancy, and significance of using the right movements to find pain relief.
I also cover postpartum challenges and underscore the importance of maternal health, postpartum support, and wellbeing beyond just caring for the baby.
“ Pain relief exists, and it's not far from you. If you truly want to change how you feel during your pregnancy, I am here for you. You can do it. You, you just need a little guidance to know what to do, finding the right movement.” - Becca
Join us to find relief and support for a healthier, more enjoyable pregnancy and postpartum experience.
00:00 Welcome to the Safe Space for Mommas
00:33 Understanding Pregnancy Pain
01:40 Common Misconceptions About Pregnancy Pain
02:55 The Real Causes of Pregnancy Pain
04:53 Addressing Pregnancy Pain Effectively
06:34 Postpartum Pain Relief and Recovery
09:01 Introducing Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain
14:32 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
More from this episode:
You can use the code: PODCAST for an exclusive discount the momma bundle - Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain + Pelvic Power Labor Done Right
Grab my FREE guide to Manage Pregnancy Pain
More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected with me on Instagram @PelvicFloorMomma
PelvicFloorMomma.com
Resources
Free Masterclass for Moms Experiencing Pregnancy Pain
Free Guide to Pregnancy Relief
Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain Course
1:1 Pelvic Floor Coaching
Pregnant Pelvic Power Challenge
Edited and produced by Vaden Podcast Services.
MEDICAL INFORMATION DISCLAIMER
Becca Boeving is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Nothing presented on the
Website or in the Products creates a professional-patient relationship between you
and Becca Boeving.
From time to time, the Website or Products may discuss topics related to health,
fitness, nutrition, or medicine. This information is not advice and should not be
treated as medical advice. The medical information provided on the Website or...
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Today, I’m chatting with Sarah from Little Slumber Stars, a certified pediatric sleep consultant and occupational therapist.
Little Slumber Stars got its start when Sarah noticed what a huge issue sleep was for her Occupational Therapy clients. They were showing up to appointments exhausted, running on fumes, and sleep deprivation was negatively impacting their progress.
Little Slumber Stars uses a holistic approach to sleep consulting, taking into account each family's unique situation.
In this episode, we explore sleep strategies for newborns, including balancing daytime naps and instilling healthy sleep habits early on.
We also talk about common misconceptions about sleep, the right time to transition toddlers from cribs to beds, and how to address sleep challenges related to crying and sleep training.
Sarah emphasizes the importance of customizing sleep solutions that are unique to each family and educating new parents to help them and their children get better rest.
00:29 Meet Sarah from Little Slumber Stars
02:26 Tips for New Moms on Newborn Sleep
10:10 Common Misconceptions About Baby Sleep
22:20 Transitioning from Crib to Bed
24:11 Toddler Bedtime Struggles
24:53 Client Success Story: Back to the Crib
25:52 Cal's Transition to the Tractor Bed
28:14 Discussing Crying and Sleep Training
31:27 Personal Experiences with Sleep Training
33:26 Customizing Sleep Solutions for Families
38:34 Final Thoughts and Resources
More from Sarah Taylor:
Visit her website: LittleSlumberStars.com
Connect with her on Instagram @littleslumberstars
Grab her Newborn course
More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected with me on Instagram @PelvicFloorMomma
PelvicFloorMomma.com
Resources
Free Masterclass for Moms Experiencing Pregnancy Pain
Free Guide to Pregnancy Relief
Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain Course
1:1 Pelvic Floor Coaching
Pregnant Pelvic Power Challenge
Edited and produced by Vaden Podcast Services.
MEDICAL INFORMATION DISCLAIMER
Becca Boeving is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Nothing presented on the
Website or in the Products creates a professional-patient relationship between you
and Becca Boeving.
From time to time, the Website or Products may discuss topics related to health,
fitness, nutrition, or medicine. This information is not advice...
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I’m welcoming Sex Coach Kaci, certified sex coach and educator to Belly Birth Beyond.
Kaci Mial is an experienced educator and certified coach with 12+ years of expertise working with individuals, couples, and families. She specializes in supporting parents with communication and intimacy challenges throughout the journey of trying to conceive, pregnancy, and postpartum.
Kaci is a trained educator with The Gottman Institute’s Bringing Baby Home program, a certified infant massage educator, and a yoga instructor, blending evidence-based practices with practical tools to promote family well-being. She also brings personal experience as a mom of two young children and a fur baby, giving her unique insight into the joys and complexities of parenting.
Kaci founded The Parent Pleasure Academy, an online course and community dedicated to improving sex and intimacy for postpartum parents. With a holistic approach, she aims to empower parents to reduce stress, build meaningful connections, and embrace joy in every stage of family life.
Today we’re getting real about the realities of what redefining intimacy means during your pregnancy and postpartum journey.
Kaci and I discuss the importance of intimacy, communication, and self care during pregnancy and postpartum.
Key topics include:
Addressing common concerns about sex during pregnancy or postpartum.Regaining intimacy postpartum.The significance of non-sexual, emotional connections.Having open communication.00:00 Welcome to Belly Birth Beyond
00:31 Introducing Sex Coach Kaci
02:06 Navigating Intimacy During Pregnancy
03:18 Postpartum Intimacy Challenges
10:21 Building Non-Sexual Intimacy
15:37 Managing Expectations and Communication
23:11 Postpartum Feeding Challenges
23:46 The Reality of Self-Care for Moms
25:00 Balancing Parenthood and Personal Time
26:50 Creative At-Home Date Ideas
28:02 Dealing with Postpartum Anxiety
29:25 Navigating Childcare and Finding Space
36:02 Parent Pleasure Academy Introduction
39:38 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
More from Sex Coach Kaci:
Join The Parent Pleasure Academy Online Course and Community and use code "BIRTHDAY" for 32% off today only or use code "BECCA" after 10/23 for 10% off!
Grab Kaci's free guide: Ultimate Postpartum Intimacy Prep Guide
Grab the Parent Pleasure Academy Resource Guide
Grab Kaci’s the “Yes” List
Visit her website: SexCoachKaci.com
Connect with Kaci on Instagram @sexcoachkaci
Connect with Kaci on FaceBook, X, Threads, & LinkedIn
More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected...
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Welcome to another episode of Belly Birth Beyond where I dive deep into debunking myths and the common misconceptions surrounding your pelvic floor health.
I explain the structure and function of the pelvic floor, addressing common issues such as incontinence, pain, and what kegels actually do for your pelvic floor (and why you shouldn’t be doing them).
Pelvic pain and problems during pregnancy and postpartum are common but treatable. The importance of relaxation techniques and proper pelvic floor engagement are key to having a smoother birth and postpartum recovery.
I also touch on postpartum recovery, cesarean scar care, and the impact of pelvic health on menstrual cycles and sexual pleasure.
This episode is a call to action for women to better understand and take care of their pelvic floor health across all stages of their life.
00:00 Welcome to Belly Birth Beyond
00:31 Recap of Last Week's Interview
00:49 Understanding Your Pelvic Floor
02:33 Myths and Misconceptions About Pelvic Floor
05:57 Pain and Discomfort: What's Normal?
06:31 Menstrual Cycle and Pelvic Health
12:05 Bathroom Habits and Pelvic Floor
20:18 Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Pelvic Floor Care
24:21 Cesarean Section and Pelvic Floor
27:37 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview
More from this episode:
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More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected with me on Instagram @PelvicFloorMomma
PelvicFloorMomma.com
Resources
Free Masterclass for Moms Experiencing Pregnancy Pain
Free Guide to Pregnancy Relief
Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain Course
1:1 Pelvic Floor Coaching
Pregnant Pelvic Power Challenge
Edited and produced by Vaden Podcast Services.
MEDICAL INFORMATION DISCLAIMER
Becca Boeving is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Nothing presented on the
Website or in the Products creates a professional-patient relationship between you
and Becca Boeving.
From time to time, the Website or Products may discuss topics related to health,
fitness, nutrition, or medicine. This information is not advice and should not be
treated as medical advice. The medical information provided on the Website or in
the Products is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express
or implied.
You must not rely on the information on the Website or in the Products as an
alternative to advice from your medical...
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Today I welcome certified birth doula and childbirth educator, Emily, from Magnolia Birth Doula Services.
Emily discusses her journey into doula care, the comprehensive support doulas provide during all types of birthing experiences, and the benefits of doula-assisted births including reduced medical interventions and improved birth outcomes.
The conversation also covers the importance of physical and mental preparation for labor, dispelling misconceptions about doulas, and practical advice for hiring the right doula.
Emily highlights the value of the Body Ready Method certification in optimizing physical birth preparation and ensuring smoother labor.
Throughout this episode, you’ll hear the essential role of a doula in both of our birth experiences (not our firsts) and the impact they had in creating positive birth memories for both us and our partners.
00:30 Meet Emily, the Amazing Birth Doula
00:45 Emily's Journey and Role as a Doula
02:03 The Importance and Misconceptions of Doulas
04:00 The Four Pillars of Doula Care
04:39 Prenatal Visits and Education
05:47 Support During Labor and Decision Making
09:10 Choosing the Right Doula
12:04 Body Ready Method Certification
17:32 Personal Birth Stories and Experiences
20:23 The Benefits of Having a Doula
24:11 Addressing Concerns About Doulas
31:06 Virtual Doula Support and Services
33:07 Preparing for Birth: Physical and Mental Prep
35:09 The Impact of Fear on Labor
37:10 Final Thoughts and Resources
More from Emily Betancur:
Connect with her on Instagram @MagnoliaBirthLBK
Visit MagnoliaBirthLBK.com
Grab Emily’s Free Guide How to Hire a Birth Doula
More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected with me on Instagram @PelvicFloorMomma
PelvicFloorMomma.com
Resources
Free Masterclass for Moms Experiencing Pregnancy Pain
Free Guide to Pregnancy Relief
Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain Course
1:1 Pelvic Floor Coaching
Pregnant Pelvic Power Challenge
Edited and produced by Vaden Podcast Services.
MEDICAL INFORMATION DISCLAIMER
Becca Boeving is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Nothing presented on the
Website or in the Products creates a professional-patient relationship between you
and Becca Boeving.
From time to time, the Website or Products may discuss topics related to health,
fitness, nutrition, or medicine. This information is not advice and should not be
treated as medical advice. The medical information provided...
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Hi momma, welcome to Belly Birth Beyond’s pilot episode! I’m your host, Becca Boeving, aka Pelvic Floor Momma, and today I’m sharing with you my personal journey through pregnancy and birth during the COVID-19 pandemic, including a traumatic first birth and the journey to my successful VBAC experience with my second.
I also share how Pelvic Floor Momma started, with my passion for helping and educating moms on the power of their pelvic floor, helping them find relief, overcome pregnancy pain, and advocate for themselves.
The problem is, we aren't taking moms seriously in helping them find relief. Dismissing you and telling you, “You're going to have more pain with your second pregnancy or your third or your fourth”... just because it's “how it is” is unacceptable.
Because that's really not how it is!
You're having more pain because the pain, the problem, the cause, was never actually addressed during the first pregnancy or the second pregnancy when it actually started.
So instead of trying to repair what feels broken, we could work on preventing and feeling like we can actually advocate for ourselves and share and tell what we need and how to do that.
So that is the birth of pelvic floor momma. That is what we are doing here. And this podcast will be all about belly birth and beyond!
So your pregnancy, your birth, your postpartum, and beyond that, we're going to dive into all of the myths and misconceptions that you may think you know, about your body that you don't, and all the ways that you can change how you feel.
00:00 Welcome to Belly Birth Beyond
01:29 My Journey into Motherhood
01:54 Traumatic First Birth Experience
05:02 Discovering Pelvic Floor Health
07:08 Advocating for VBAC
09:44 Empowering Moms Through Education
16:18 Creating Pelvic Floor Momma
18:56 Conclusion and Next Steps
More from Pelvic Floor Momma:
Stay connected with me on Instagram @PelvicFloorMomma
PelvicFloorMomma.com
Resources
Free Masterclass for Moms Experiencing Pregnancy Pain
Free Guide to Pregnancy Relief
Secrets to Releasing Pregnancy Pain Course
1:1 Pelvic Floor Coaching
Pregnant Pelvic Power Challenge
Edited and produced by Vaden Podcast Services.
MEDICAL INFORMATION DISCLAIMER
Becca Boeving is a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. Nothing presented on the
Website or in the Products creates a professional-patient relationship between you
and Becca Boeving.
From time to time, the Website or Products may discuss topics related to health,
fitness, nutrition, or medicine. This information is not advice and should not be
treated as medical advice. The medical information provided on the Website or in
the Products is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties,...
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Hey momma, I am Becca Boving, a pelvic rehab certified coach and mom of two, who's committed to educating moms on the power of their pelvic floor. Here on Belly Birth Beyond with Pelvic Floor Mama, we discuss all things pelvic floor and TMI does not exist. We debunk the myths and limiting beliefs that it's normal and you have to deal with it.
Whether that's pregnancy pain, discomfort with intimacy, or a lack of self care or leaking when you don't want to.
Welcome to the safe side of motherhood, where your needs and quality of life matter through every stage, despite being pregnant or having just birthed a baby. Here, you no longer feel dismissed or invalidated.
Instead, you feel seen, heard, and understood. Find out what you truly are capable of with someone who's helped thousands of mommas discover the power in getting to know your pelvic floor. This podcast will teach you to advocate for yourself and feel in charge every step of the way.Starting right now.
Pelvic floor isn't the end. It's just the beginning. Beyond your pregnancy and birth, you will learn from experts in all fields of motherhood, and I can't wait to share what's to come.
