Hospital, Home Birth, Epidurals & C-Sections: Understanding Your Birth Choices with Brooke White

There are SO many decisions surrounding birth—and if you wait until you’re in labor to learn about them, it can feel incredibly overwhelming. This is an episode I truly think every expecting parent needs to hear. Brooke White, birth educator and doula, is back on the podcast to talk through some of the biggest choices you may face as you prepare for birth—and how to feel informed and confident in the decisions you make for yourself and your baby. We’re talking about: • Hospital birth vs. birth center vs. home birth—and what to consider when choosing where to deliver • Vaginal birth vs. C-section and why C-sections may be recommended • VBACs and what to consider if you want to pursue a vaginal birth after a C-section • Medicated vs. unmedicated birth • Epidurals—the benefits, risks, and how they can change the way you labor • Why preparing for an unmedicated birth involves more than simply deciding to “try” • Informed consent and why YOU are still an active participant in your care • How to ask questions, understand your options, and make decisions when birth takes an unexpected turn The goal isn’t to tell you how or where you should give birth. It’s to help you understand your options before you’re in the middle of labor, so if plans change or a decision needs to be made, you’re not hearing everything for the very first time. You may not be able to plan exactly how your birth will unfold—but you can prepare. And that knowledge can help you walk into birth feeling so much more confident and empowered. If you’re pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or know someone preparing for birth, this is one you’ll want to listen to—and share! 🤍 *Disclaimer:* This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace individualized medical advice. Always discuss your personal circumstances, risks, and birth options with your qualified healthcare provider. 👉 Where to find us: • Instagram: @functionalmedicineformoms • YouTube & Podcast Networks: Functional Medicine for Moms • Email: kelly@molinemethod.com • Work with me: molinemethod.com — book a free consultation or order professional-grade supplements through Fullscript.