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The VBAC Link

The VBAC Link

By: Meagan Heaton
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Here 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!

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Episodes
  • Lily Nichols, RDN Returns + Nutrition Before, During & After Pregnancy
    Nov 12 2025

    We are so excited to welcome back our favorite registered dietician and bestselling author, Lily Nichols! Lily is here to chat with us about her third book, Real Food for Fertility. She explains how while the title focuses on fertility, this book goes far beyond that, diving into how nutrition supports hormone health and overall well-being at every stage of life.

    Meagan and Lily talk about nutrition before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and even how diet can sometimes (but not always!) affect a baby’s size. Lily also shares her hopes for future research on nutrition recommendations and the important reminder that even small, consistent changes in how we eat can make a meaningful difference. It’s truly never too late to start.


    Is it Too Late to Make Nutrition Changes in Pregnancy?

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    Is it Too Late to Make Nutrition Changes in Pregnancy?

    Institute for Prenatal Nutrition Website

    Lily’s Books

    Lily’s Freebies

    Lily’s Instagram

    Needed Website: Code VBAC for 20% Off

    The Ultimate VBAC Prep Course for Parents

    Online VBAC Doula Training




    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vbac-link/donations

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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    55 mins
  • Episode 428 Kari's Induced VBAC with Preeclampsia after Her First Induction Didn't Go to Plan + Info on Preeclampsia
    Nov 5 2025

    Kari joins us today from Huntsville, Alabama sharing her story of two induced but very different births. Her first was an unplanned Cesarean after a 39-week induction and the second was a medically induced VBAC due to preeclampsia.

    With her second baby, Kari saw a new provider who was VBAC supportive, hired a doula, and went to a chiropractor. She also found out that she had a velamentous cord insertion and signs of preeclampsia. Although she was planning for a spontaneous, unmedicated labor, Kari was able to have an empowering experience with Pitocin, an epidural, a delivery, magnesium, a 3rd-degree tear, and a blood transfusion, Kari found deep healing and pride in her VBAC experience.

    She and Meagan talk about blood pressure numbers, preeclampsia, the ARRIVE study, how epidurals can help or hinder progress, and navigating the emotions that come when birth unfolds differently than planned. Kari reminds us that birth can be beautiful and healing no matter what twists and turns come about!


    The VBAC Link Blog: VBAC With Preeclampsia

    ACOG Article: Preeclampsia and Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

    Needed Website: Code VBAC for 20% Off

    The Ultimate VBAC Prep Course for Parents

    Online VBAC Doula Training



    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vbac-link/donations

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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    54 mins
  • Episode 427 Abbie's VBAC After Loss + Advanced Maternal Age
    Oct 29 2025

    “I want to be the light I wish I’d had in my darkest moments.”

    As we close out Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, we are sharing Abbie’s two birth stories and honoring the memory of her firstborn, Rowan. Rowan was born prematurely via emergency Cesarean at 29 weeks during the height of COVID and passed several weeks later in the NICU. Abbie shares what it was like to come home from the hospital without a baby, the weight of overwhelming grief, and how self-care has helped her find healing.

    Her second pregnancy was labeled advanced maternal age and considered high risk. With the support of her care team, Abbie went on to have a healthy and empowering VBAC birth at 41 weeks that was filled with joy and deep healing.

    Professionally, Abbie is a massage therapist. She shares her tips around things like herbal support, massage therapy, and acupuncture.

    Abbie wants Women of Strength to know that acknowledging fear doesn’t mean we have to act on it. “Be afraid when you’re afraid, but do it anyway— whatever it is. Different baby, different birth.”


    Needed Website: Code VBAC for 20% Off

    The Ultimate VBAC Prep Course for Parents

    Online VBAC Doula Training




    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vbac-link/donations

    Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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    1 hr and 4 mins
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I’ve been listening since after my second C-section in 2018. This podcast and the birth course helped me have 2vba2c and now I’m listening again catching up preparing for a home birth with my 5th baby! This podcast is perfect for every mom even moms that haven’t had C-sections because they equip you with the information to advocate for yourself in every birth situation and how to avoid C-sections in the first place.

Best podcast for pregnant moms whether it’s your 1st or 5th baby

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I love this podcast so much! I listen to it every chance I get! it has given me the confidence to fight for myself as I am trying for a VBAC in June! It's helping me not only form my birth plan but it is teaching me different ways to get through labor and delivery!! I'm so excited to get my chance to TOLAC and hopefully have a successful VBAC!

Perfect podcast to build confidence before vbac!!

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