EP46 - Rena's VBAC (induction, coercion, emergency caesarean, birth trauma, postpartum sepsis, PPD, induction VBAC, private midwife, postdates)

In this episode of Australian VBAC Stories, we are joined by Rena, a mother of two from East Gippsland, Victoria. After a traumatic induction, emergency caesarean birth, severe postpartum infection, and postnatal depression with her first daughter, Rena knew she wanted a different experience for her next birth. In this episode, she shares her journey towards a planned VBAC, including years of research, choosing continuity of care with a private midwife, navigating hospital policies, and learning how to advocate for herself when faced with resistance during labour. Rena's story is one of resilience...