The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
Welcome to The Breath & Birth Co Podcast — a space for mindful preparation and grounded transformation through pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
Hosted by Vanessa Bauman, Certified Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, and Prenatal Yoga, Breathwork, and Meditation Teacher, this podcast bridges evidence-based education with intuitive wisdom to help you feel informed, empowered, and at peace throughout your journey.
Each episode invites you to pause, breathe, and learn through guided meditations, expert interviews, and real birth stories that nurture your mind-body connection and strengthen your confidence.
Whether you’re preparing for your first birth, planning a VBAC, or seeking a calmer start to parenthood, you’ll find tools, stories, and support to help you cultivate calm, confidence, and connection every step of the way.
(Educational content only; not a substitute for medical advice. Visit breathandbirthco.com/disclaimer for full details.)
Keywords:
- pregnancy podcast
- prenatal education
- childbirth education
- evidence-based birth
- doula tips
- birth stories
- pregnancy meditation
- prenatal yoga
- mindfulness for pregnancy
- labor preparation
- birth plan support
- calm birth techniques
- cesarean birth preparation
- hospital birth advocacy
- breathing exercises for labor
- relaxation for pregnancy
- postpartum recovery tips
- mind-body connection
- birth confidence
- pregnancy affirmations
The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
5. Q&A: Difference Between Doula and Midwife; When to Leave for the Hospital During Labor; What does VBAC mean?
In this episode of the Breath and Birth Co. podcast, Vanessa, a DONA-certified birth doula, answers common questions about childbirth roles and procedures. She distinguishes between the non-medical support of doulas and the medical care provided by midwives and obstetricians, explaining various midwife credentials. Vanessa also discusses when to head to the hospital during labor, what VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) entails, and stresses the importance of informed decisions and finding the right provider. This episode offers valuable insights, practical tips, and resources for expecting parents.
- 00:00 Welcome to the Breath and Birth Co. Podcast
- 00:47 Introduction to Q&A Format
- 01:06 Understanding the Roles: Doula vs. Midwife
- 03:46 Different Types of Midwives
- 05:31 Obstetricians vs. Midwives
- 06:34 Guide to Choosing Your Birth Support
- 08:26 When to Head to the Hospital During Labor
- 15:21 What is a VBAC?
- 18:05 Childbirth Education and Resources
- 20:18 Closing Remarks and Encouragement
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