Recovering from a VBAC is no small feat. It’s an incredible achievement—one that demands patience, grace and a whole lot …
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Traveling for Your VBAC: Dos & Don’ts
In an ideal world, VBAC moms would have access to providers and birth teams that support their birth choices and give …
Top 10 Podcast Episodes to Listen to While Preparing for Your VBAC
Take it from us, a team of VBAC moms, doulas and expert educators in the birthing space, preparing for a VBAC is no walk …
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9 VBAC Prep Essentials Worth Every Penny
Preparing for your VBAC journey is… well, it’s a lot of things. Exciting and fun but also maybe lonely and definitely …
How to navigate VBAC and many limiting healthcare system policies & barriers
How often have many of us heard: “It’s hospital policy. I’m sorry, that’s just our policy. Well, that’s the …
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3 Newborn Realities No One Warns You About (and how Coterie can help!)
Becoming a mom after a VBAC is a powerful and transformative experience, but it can also bring its own set of …
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Fear Release and Advocacy: Why it’s important
We are so grateful to have a special friend, Ali Levine as a guest writer for this blog. Ali is a Certified …
Planning Your Maternal Assisted Cesarean
“You’re just going to schedule another C-section, right?” I can’t count the number of times family and friends …
VBAC Nutrition for Fertility, Pregnancy and Postpartum Explained
There’s no denying it – what we consume has a major impact on our ability to conceive, carry, and deliver a baby as well …
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Is a doula right for you?
It's no secret... I LOVE doulas. 💙 I am a certified + practicing doula and a total believer in the benefits doulas offer …
2024 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! This time is all about family, traditions and holiday spirit. And in honor of …
Cervical Exams: Everything you need to know
I am consistently surprised when I meet with doula clients who don’t know that having a cervical exam is their choice! …
We’re VBAC Moms
Hey, Women of Strength... we see you. We know that planning a VBAC is an especially unique journey, and our goal is to …
Preparing for Your VBAC: 5 things to do before you’re pregnant
I remember it clearly – that point after my second c-section when I realized I was ready to do it again. I had processed …
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Recovering from a cesarean birth? Start here!
Every VBAC story begins with a cesarean. Whether it was planned or not, the feelings that follow can be complex. Odds …
Falling For Your Prenatal: Why Quality Matters More Than Ever
Falling For Your Prenatal: When you’re expecting, your body is working overtime to nurture new life. It’s no wonder …
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How to Dress Your Summer Bump + Where to Shop
Our first babies, no matter how grown they are, are going through a lot as they prepare to become big siblings. This …
Creating Your Ideal Hospital VBAC Environment
Picture this: You’ve found a supportive provider, built your dream birth team, done your research and educated yourself. …
Most Frequently Asked VBAC Questions: Answered
This post needs very little introduction because I know you're eager to get right to the good stuff. Here you'll find a …
Getting Your VBAC: How to Avoid Another C-Section
We share a lot of content about preparing for your VBAC – educating yourself, finding the right provider, using products …
5 Tips for When Pregnancy Just Seems to Last Forever
Can I just say it? As amazingly miraculous as it is, being pregnant is HARD!! It’s physically, emotionally and mentally …
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