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2023/05/08
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2025/08/04
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Welcome to Motherhood Flow, your go-to motherhood podcast with a good mix of VBAC preparation tips and VBAC birth stories. While I focus heavily on VBAC and prevention of unnecessary c-sections, you can bet I'll be discussing topics from preconception to birth, to mothering toddlers and navigating your relationship after children, I cover it all here.Get ready for insightful conversations, expert interviews, and personal stories. Motherhood Flow is your space to walk through birth and motherhood on your terms, ensuring you're not just going with the flow but being an active participant in your own story. On this podcast you'll get some input and advice on questions like these:- What is a VBAC?- Can I have a VBAC?- How can I avoid a c-section?- How can I find a VBAC supportive provider?- Will having a c-section impact breastfeeding?- How to prepare for an unmedicated birth?- Is home birth safe?- How can I have a low intervention hospital birth?- What are my birth rights?- How to heal from birth trauma?- What can I do to make the transition from one to two kids easier?- How does acupuncture help fertility and overall wellness?- What is uterine rupture and what is the risk of uterine rupture?- Can I have a VBAC after multiple c-sections (VBA2C, VBA3C)?- Can I have a home birth after cesarean (HBAC)?- Should I have labor induced?And you'll hear a range of birth stories including:- VBAC birth stories- HBAC birth stories- Home birth stories- Free birth and unassisted birth stories- Low intervention hospital birth stories- Traumatic birth stories and discussion of birth trauma- Unmedicated birth storiesSome of the experts you'll hear me talk to include:- Doulas- Childbirth educators- Acupuncturists- Chiropractors- Lactation Consultants- Doctors- Midwives- Nurses- Pelvic floor therapistsSubscribe to Motherhood Flow now on your favorite podcast platform. I'm Hannah Gill, mother of two, VBAC mom, VBAC doula, and birth educator. I have a passion for helping women learn about and prepare for VBAC and take ownership of their birth experience. You can learn more about me and the services I offer at https://www.thehannahgill.com or on Instagram at @thehannahgill.Please remember that this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It should not be considered a substitute for medical advice.
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62. What’s Coming Up for Me as I Prepare for My 2VBAC
2025/08/04
In this episode, I’m opening up about why this final pregnancy and birth feels like a full-circle moment.
My due date with baby #3 is right around the time of my son's birthday and this time…it’s another boy. The timing and the season are stirring up so many reflections as I prepare to close this chapter of growing and birthing babies.
I share the thoughts and emotions that have been coming up and how I’m processing the beauty and weight of this being my last baby.
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
61. Maternal Ambivalence and the Power of AND with Dr. Margo Lowy, BSW, MSW, PhD
2025/06/02
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Margo Lowy, a psychotherapist, author, and expert in maternal mental health, for a powerful conversation about the often unspoken emotional realities of motherhood. Dr. Lowy shares what led her to explore the concept of maternal ambivalence and how naming and normalizing our full emotional experience can transform the way we mother.
We discuss:
What maternal ambivalence is and why it’s so misunderstoodHow embracing the “darker” emotions of motherhood can lead to deeper connection and confidenceWhy shifting cultural narratives around motherhood is essential for long-term mental health and healingConnect with Dr. Margo Lowy:
Website: https://drmargolowy.com/
Book: Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood
Instagram: @drmargolowy
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
60. Esophageal Atresia, Unexpected C-Sections, and Trusting Your Intuition with Liz Eidelman
2025/05/19
In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Eidelman, a New Jersey mom of two, doula, and content creator with a passion for helping women take control of their birth experiences. Liz shares her journey through two very different, yet equally challenging, births—and how those experiences sparked her desire to empower others to have satisfying, informed, and empowered births.
We discuss:
The challenges Liz faced during her own births and how they shaped her mission to improve birth outcomes.The importance of true informed decision-making and what that looks like in practice for moms.How birth trauma can spark change not just for the mother but for the birth system as a whole.Connect with Liz:
Personal IG: @lizeidelmanDoula IG: @the.sage.sisterWebsite: lizeidelman.com or thesagesister.com
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
59. Why I'm Choosing NOT to Have an HBAC
2025/05/14
I have previously said that I would love to have a homebirth after cesarean (HBAC) if I had a third baby.
Well, I've changed my mind and I'll go over why in this episode.
I am an advocate for choice and informed consent. I believe everyone has a right to weigh the risks and benefits and decide what type of birth is best for them. Whether that be a hospital VBAC, birth center, or homebirth.
There is no right or wrong way to give birth, only the way you feel safest and most supported.
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
58. Preparing for My Second VBAC (I'm Pregnant!)
2025/05/02
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VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
57: Doula Support During C-Sections
2025/03/31
In this episode, I'm going over the role doulas play in supporting clients through both planned and unplanned c-sections.
Many people believe that once a c-section is decided on (whether planned or unplanned), a doula is no longer needed. That is absolutely untrue. Doula support is extremely beneficial in all birth scenarios.
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
56: How to Choose the Best Hospital for Your VBAC and Best Maternity Care Hospitals with Dr. Jennifer Winston from U.S. News & World Report
2025/03/24
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Jennifer Winston, Health Data Scientist at U.S. News & World Report, to discuss the powerful data behind the rankings of the Best Hospitals for Maternity Care and Maternity Care Access Hospitals. Here's what you'll learn:
What defines a Best Hospital for Maternity Care and a Maternity Care Access Hospital, and why they’re critical in shaping the future of maternal health.How U.S. News evaluates hospitals for maternity care and why their annual study is an essential resource for expectant parents.Why VBAC rates are included in the rankings, and how it reflects the overall quality of maternity care services.What makes top maternity care hospitals stand out, based on data-driven insights from U.S. News.How Maternity Care Access Hospitals are fighting healthcare deserts and improving accessibility to quality maternity services.How you can empower yourself with data to choose the best hospital for your birth and why this data matters for your VBAC or overall maternity care.Dr. Winston offers invaluable insights into understanding how data shapes maternity care choices. Tune in to learn how data-driven maternity ratings can empower your decision-making when selecting where to give birth. Plus, find out where to access the latest Best Hospitals for Maternity Care rankings
Connect with Dr. Jennifer Winston and U.S. News & World Report:
https://health.usnews.com/best-hospitals/hospital-ratings/maternity
https://www.facebook.com/usnewsandworldreport
https://www.instagram.com/usnews
https://www.tiktok.com/@usnews
https://www.linkedin.com/company/us-news-and-world-report
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
55: How Long to Wait Between Your C-Section and VBAC
2025/03/19
In today’s episode, I'm diving into a key consideration for VBAC planning...the timing and spacing between your c-section and VBAC.
If you’re planning a VBAC then understanding the spacing between births can make a big difference. I go over ACOG guidelines but also give some personal insight into the topic and remind you to trust your gut and intuition.
https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/obstetric-care-consensus/articles/2019/01/interpregnancy-care
https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/vaginal-birth-after-cesarean-delivery
https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-bulletin/articles/2019/02/vaginal-birth-after-cesarean-delivery
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
54: Pelvic floor exercise after c-section and to prepare for VBAC with Dr. Jessica London, PT, DPT, PCES
2025/03/10
In today's episode I dive deep into pelvic floor PT with Dr. Jessica London, PT, DPT, PCES. I also hear a bit about her birth stories (unplanned c-section and HBAC).
Here’s what you can expect:
How Jessica's first birth experience shaped the decision for a second homebirth, and the mental preparation involved.Differences in preparing for a VBAC attempt and how that preparation evolved from the first to the second homebirth.Insights from a pelvic floor therapist’s perspective on the unique experiences of both c-section and vaginal births.How postpartum recovery differs between c-section and vaginal births, and what it means for recovery and birth prep from a professional standpoint.Connect with Dr. Jessica London:
Website: https://www.yourpostpartumpt.comIG: @yourpostpartumptPodcast: “What about Mom?” ---> COMING SOON!Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
53: 5 Questions to Ask Your Provider About VBAC
2025/03/07
https://www.thehannahgill.com/blog/5-questions-to-ask-your-provider-about-vbac
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
52: More Nurses, Fewer c-sections. Why Hospital Staff Matters More Than You Think.
2025/02/21
In today’s episode, I'm diving into an important but often overlooked factor that can make all the difference in your VBAC journey: nurse staffing. You might not have considered how hospital staffing levels can influence your VBAC success, but research shows that more nurses could mean fewer C-sections.
I dive into:
Why your hospital’s nurse-to-patient ratio matters more than you think.How staffing levels can affect your labor and VBAC success.Steps you can take to ensure you have the support you need during labor.https://www.thehannahgill.com/blog/why-nurse-staffing-matters-for-vbac
Grab the advocacy module from my VBAC Is Your Birth Right Program https://thehannahgill.com/work-with-me
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0029655424002392?dgcid=author
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
51: How Are You Preparing for a VBAC?
2025/02/03
https://www.thehannahgill.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-vbac-courses
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
50: Navigating Boundaries, Postpartum Emotions, and Building Confidence with Alexis Adams MS, LMHC
2025/01/13
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Alexis Adams, CEO and therapist at Confidently Therapy, to dive into setting boundaries during pregnancy, birth and postpartum and the mental and emotional challenges of parenting.
In this episode we cover:
How to set boundaries without guilt and maintain themOverlooked aspects of mental/emotional preparation for postpartumStrategies for handling postpartum anxiety and guiltWhy fear, stress, and self-doubt are heightened for new parents and how to overcome themThe first step in moving from self-doubt to calm and connectionIf you’re feeling overwhelmed or struggling with your parenting journey, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you build confidence and find calm.
Connect with Alexis:
Website: https://www.confidentlytherapy.org/Instagram: @confidently.therapyEmail: [email protected]: https://confidentlytherapy.kit.com/podcastexclusiveText Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
49: Why You May Choose to Have an HBAC. Chelsea's Homebirth After Cesarean Story.
2025/01/06
On today's episode, Chelsea shares her beautiful HBAC story.
Chelsea is a podcast host, teacher, and mother who lives in Melbourne, Australia, with her partner and their two daughters.
Chelsea had an unplanned caesarean-section in hospital for her first birth and after 2+ years of preparation and research, had a beautiful, transformative VBAC at home for her second birth, surrounded by her beautiful birth team.
Connect with Chelsea:
Podcast: Growing Up Raising UsInstagram: @growingupraisinguspodcastText Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
48: Is An Epidural Required for a VBAC?
2024/11/11
Are you considering an unmedicated VBAC but feeling unsure about how to prepare or if it's even possible?
In this episode I dive into the misconceptions around unmedicated VBACs and I discuss essential preparation strategies (both physical and mental) that can help you approach your VBAC with confidence.
Tune in for action steps to help you prepare for your low-intervention unmedicated VBAC!
Text Hannah!
VBAC & C-Section Birth Plan Template: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthplan Quiz - VBAC or Repeat C-Section: https://www.thehannahgill.com/birthquiz VBAC & Cesarean for Birth Professionals: https://thehannahgill.com/vcbp-enroll
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sml2022 2025/05/20
Real life birth advice
I love how honest Hannah is. She has knowledge, compassion and educates so well. I love how she makes it easy to make decisions that feel centered and...
Robbin Kent | Course Creation 2024/09/18
So Informative!
Hannah is so easy to listen to and the information is so practical! I can tell she really understands, so I feel heard and seen. Thank you so much for...
NicholeSyl 2024/09/17
Helpful & Generous
Thanks for sharing!
sammy_098 2024/08/22
Direct. Knowledgeable. Helpful. Advocate
Hannah’s podcast is so helpful, informative and great for people who are looking for some guidance. She’s amazing.
Amylmart 2024/08/21
Get Ready to Embrace Motherhood
The “Motherhood Flow” podcast is a transformative podcast for moms. With a focus on VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean), Hannah shares empowering birt...
Mamaof#4under#4 2024/08/21
Great podcast!
I’ve loved listening to this podcast! Hannah is so relatable and open about motherhood. It’s refreshing and something I truly look forward to listenin...
SNPhilly 2024/08/21
Excellent Podcast
Great podcast! Hannah does a great job explaining many different topics and tips!
JuliaLevine 2024/07/02
Honest
Helpful topics and conversations about motherhood. I love that Hannah is so real and honest. She braves all of the innermost thoughts that most of us ...
ItsEmRose 2024/06/25
Soothing and honest
Hannah shares in such a vulnerable, soothing way! Love the recent episode on knowing when you are done having children. This podcast is a great resour...
BoyMama9 2024/04/28
Love the evolution
I love the evolution and the variety of topics. The episodes touch on the different aspects of motherhood and being attention to self-care as well. I ...
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