After multiple early miscarriages, an emergency cesarean due to placenta previa and a NICU stay with her preemie son, Erika was determined to have an unmedicated VBAC in a Hospital setting. After her son was diagnosed with Autism and ADHD, Erika’s pregnancy became a time of inward reflection. She received the same diagnoses as her son, sought out therapy, and used Hypnobirthing as a means to cope with anxiety. Although her OB/Midwife team were adamant about scheduling an induction due to her Advanced Maternal Age of 36, Erika was able to go into labor at 40 weeks 3 days, a few days after a membrane sweep. Her Doula and husband were an incredible support system throughout the labor, and although contractions were never closer than 4-5 minutes apart, Erika was still able to have her redemptive unmedicated VBAC.Â
Erika Cazeneuve Bio
Erika is a Live Wedding Painter, residing in the Lower Hudson Valley, New York, with her husband Dan, 6 year old son and new baby girl. Connect with Erika on Instagram at @erikaeventpainting. You can listen to her first birth story via Patreon archives by becoming a membe.
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