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