Let’s Talk About VBACs: A Conversation with Liz Foster

About this episode

Liz Foster shares her journey from a traumatic C-section to a successful VBAC, offering insights on navigating childbirth and provider selection.

Welcome back to Chatty Doulas! In this episode, we sit down with Liz Foster of Love in Motion—a Denver-based doula, placenta encapsulator, and childbirth educator. Liz opens up about her journey from a traumatic emergency C-section under general anesthesia to a triumphant, unmedicated VBAC. Now, she uses her experience to help other families debunk fears, navigate the medical system, and claim their own redemptive birth stories. Quick Takeaways: Debunking the VBAC Myth: Looking at the actual data behind uterine rupture (less than 1%) and why "once a C-section, always a C-section" is outdated. Friendly vs. Tolerant Providers: How to spot the red flags in a provider's policy and why you have the absolute right to switch care teams at any point. Redefining a "Good" Birth: Why even a repeat C-section can feel redemptive if it's a calm, respected choice with time to process, rather than a rushed emergency. Connect with Liz: Find her VBAC handouts and natural induction tips at loveinmotion.net or on Instagram @lizfosterdoula. Resources Mentioned: The VBAC Link, Evidence Based Birth, and ICAN. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode!

People in this episode

Host: Chatty Doulas

Guest: Liz Foster

Topics covered

• VBAC
• childbirth education
• medical system navigation
• birth stories
• provider selection

Keywords

• VBAC
• C-section
• childbirth
• doula
• birth stories
• medical system
• provider policies

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Love in Motion, The VBAC Link, Evidence Based Birth, ICAN

Places: Denver

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