VBAC Preparation Workshops
Are you feeling ready for a vaginal birth? Do you understand how this experience differs after a previous caesarean birth?
Have you created a specific VBAC informed birth plan?
Are you aware of your rights and the choices you may need to make?
Would you like to learn about the stages of labour, effective coping strategies for each stage, and what to expect for both your body and your baby during birth?
These are just a few of the topics we discuss in The Essex Birth Company’s VBAC Preparation Workshops, and we cover so much more.
Workshop Details
I can facilitate sessions via Zoom, in your home, or in my home overlooking the Essex countryside with tea and cake.
2 x 3 hour sessions for birthing person and birth partner/s.
£300 including an 80 page guide created by The Essex Birth Company, plus VBAC specific relaxation scripts
With the option to add birth pool and TENS machine hire
Discussion Topics
Your rights: Understand your options for VBAC, HBAC and choosing your ideal place of birth.
Emotional wellbeing: Explore your feelings and emotions surrounding a VBAC, including reflections on your previous birth experiences. Kirstie, with her expertise as a life coach, trainee counsellor, and trauma specialist, will support your emotional health.
Safety and research: Learn about the latest research, safety statistics, and risks, including those associated with uterine rupture and continuous monitoring.
Personalised care: Learn about the NHS’ Personalised Care and Support Plans and building a supportive NHS care team tailored to your needs.
Coping mechanisms: Discover various coping strategies such as TENS, aromatherapy, massage, breathing techniques, water therapy, affirmations, medical pain relief options, and ways to increase oxytocin. Learn what not to use for VBAC births.
Birth hormones: Understand the hormones involved in birth and how to naturally enhance those that support labour and birth.
Biomechanics and foetal positioning: Learn about biomechanics for birth and optimal foetal positioning to facilitate a smoother labour process. Prevention is better than cure and having a well aligned baby is ideal!
Labour stages: Break down each stage of labour and the birthing process, discussing what to expect and how to promote a positive and productive birth experience.
Birth partner preparation: Equip your chosen birth partner with the knowledge and tools to be actively involved and supportive.
Contingency planning: Prepare for any changes in plans and learn how to make informed decisions in different scenarios.
Additionally, we will cover all the topics discussed in The Essex Birth Company’s standard Birth Preparation Workshop.
We will work through your personalised birth preparation manual, created by The Essex Birth Company, addressing any questions or concerns you have. You will leave feeling powerful, knowledgeable, and prepared for a positive birth experience.
