Birth Story 48: Carmen's Empowering Scheduled C-Section Birth

In this Birth Story Friday, Carmen shares her comprehensive birth journey across 11 pregnancies, including her decision-making process between a Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) and a scheduled C-section for her most recent birth.  Having experienced a range of outcomes from missed miscarriages and early losses to live vaginal birth and emergency C-sections, Carmen sheds light on her evolving perspective on childbirth. Gina and Roxanne delve into how empowerment can look different for every birth, emphasizing the importance of choice, support, and personal comfort in the process.  In This Episode 00:00 Introduction 01:40 Carmen's Empowering Birth Story Begins 02:06 A Deep Dive into Carmen's Pregnancy and Birth History 09:32 The Decision for a Scheduled C-Section: A Journey of Empowerment 15:04 The Planned C-Section Experience: A Story of Control and Peace 25:35 Postpartum Reflections and Embracing the Final Chapter 35:37 VBAC vs. Scheduled C-Section: Making the Choice 44:47 MamasteFit's Supportive Resources for Your Journey