S7 EP201: Laura Summer: Traumatic Caesarean Birth / Private OB + Induction at 38+3 with Identical Twins + VBAC Waterbirth

On today’s show, I’m joined by Laura, a German-born mother who shares two very different birth experiences that resulted in three babies. Laura entered her first pregnancy with the goal of having an unmedicated, natural birth. But after her waters released before labour had properly established, a long and difficult hospital experience ultimately ended in a caesarean When she fell pregnant again, Laura was clear on the kind of care she wanted this time around, seeking out an obstetrician who aligned with her birth choices and supported VBAC. Then, at her first scan, came the shock that she wasn’t carrying one baby, but identical twins. Suddenly, the VBAC she had hoped for felt like a much bigger mountain to climb. But with a skilled obstetrician who supported her twin VBAC, and a birth team she deeply trusted, Laura continued forward with confidence in herself and her babies. At 38 weeks and three days, she went on to birth her boys in the water, just 21 minutes apart, with her second baby born en caul. Show Notes: Instagram: @itslaurasummer Doula: @wholeheartedbirth OB: Dr. Tasveer Singh (Marama Health) If this episode resonated with you, share it with another mother or woman preparing for birth, and tag us on Instagram at @positivebirthaustralia. Disclaimer: This episode shares personal experiences, choices and beliefs. It is not intended to provide individual medical advice. Every woman’s circumstances are different, and any decisions surrounding pregnancy, birth and postpartum care should be made through informed choice and with access to support that feels respectful and appropriate for you.