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The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
Pregnant and craving evidence-based guidance but not more conflicting advice?
Tune in twice a week with Vanessa Bauman (DONA-International Certified Birth Doula, Certified Prenatal Yoga Teacher, and Certified Childbirth Educator) for practical tools, calm mind-body practices, and real-life birth wisdom you can trust.
What you’ll hear
- Monday Meditations – 10–15-minute breathwork & visualization sessions that lower stress hormones and deepen your bond with baby. (Keywords: pregnancy meditation, prenatal yoga breathing, relaxation techniques for labor)
- Thoughtful Thursdays – Expert interviews, empowering birth stories, and research-backed tips to help you advocate for the birth you want… whether that’s unmedicated, epidural-assisted, or belly-birth. (Keywords: evidence-based birth, hospital birth, natural birth, cesarean support, birth plan)
Why listen?
- Merge intuition + modern medicine so you can make confident decisions
- Learn doula-approved coping skills, labor positions, and postpartum prep
- Feel supported by a community that values calm, confidence, and connection
🔔 Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen, and start your transformation from anxious to empowered parent-to-be… one episode at a time.
(Educational content only; not a substitute for personalized medical advice.)
The Breath & Birth Co Podcast
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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