VBAC Support in Philippi, Buckhannon, and Elkins, WV
Hoping for a vaginal birth after a previous C-section? You deserve to feel safe, respected, and not rushed. This page was written for you — so you can understand your options and know you won’t walk into that hospital alone.
What VBAC support looks like with Eden & Embrace
VBAC is not just “try again and hope they let you.” You deserve steady guidance, respectful language in the room, and someone who helps you understand what’s happening before anyone calls it “urgent.”
Before labor
We prepare together so you walk in clear and calm, not guessing or apologizing.
- Personal VBAC prep session
- Questions to bring to your provider now
- Emotional prep for being back in the hospital
During labor
You should not feel like you have to advocate and labor at the same time.
- In-person support at the hospital
- Hands-on comfort and positioning
- Reminders to breathe, pause, and ask your questions
After birth
Your recovery and your nervous system still matter after the baby is here.
- Immediate postpartum support
- VBAC healing basics and what’s normal
- Feeding help and newborn care
Care that feels personal and grounded
You are not a time limit. You are not a liability. You are a parent who deserves to be spoken to with respect. Our job is to slow the room down just enough for you to say “What are my options here?” without feeling like you’re being difficult.
We don’t make choices for you. That’s not our role. We keep you informed, supported, and steady so you can make your own choices for yourself and your baby.
- “Is this urgent, or is this just policy?”
- “What happens if we wait 30 minutes and reassess?”
- “Can you walk me through the risks and benefits so I understand?”
- “Is there a safer alternative that still supports VBAC?”
You’re allowed to ask for clarity before agreeing to anything.
How to tell if your VBAC is actually being supported
Late in pregnancy, sometimes the tone changes. You might suddenly start hearing things like “Your baby is probably too big for your pelvis” or “Let’s just schedule another C-section so we’re not scrambling.” That doesn’t always mean VBAC is off the table. It means it’s time to start asking direct, calm questions.
Things you might hear
- “We don’t induce VBACs at this hospital.”
- “You can’t go past 39 or 40 weeks.”
- “Let’s just put you on the schedule now, in case.”
- “Your pelvis might be too small.”
Ways to respond
- “Is this based on my actual medical situation today, or is this hospital policy?”
- “Is this urgent right now, or are we just planning ahead?”
- “What would happen if we wait and check again next week?”
- “Are there any safe options that still let me try for VBAC?”
You are allowed to ask for time. You are also allowed to change providers late in pregnancy if you need to.
Real questions families ask about VBAC
Can I try for a VBAC if my last birth was a C-section?
Will you actually come to the hospital with me in Buckhannon or Elkins?
Can I still ask for pain relief and try for a VBAC?
What happens right after the baby is here?
You’re allowed to want a different experience this time
If you’re in Philippi, Buckhannon, or Elkins and you’re thinking about VBAC, we can talk through your birth plan, how to handle hospital pressure, and what real support would look like for you. You deserve to feel safe, informed, and protected.