Understanding birth after caesarean – Empowering Informed Decisions and reducing fear

Previous caesarean section is one of the most common reasons for Caesarean section globally.
Vaginal birth after Caesarean section rates remains low internationally and is often misunderstood.
Many maternity providers don’t offer VBAC as an option despite the high rate of success for those women that choose this option.
In this insightful presentation Julie will explore global caesarean and vaginal birth after Caesarean statistics and the current efforts within the birth community to shift the trends.
Julie will share resources to empower women and those working with pregnant women in navigating birth after Caesarean
Pregnancy often brings a mix of excitement and fear, particularly around birth. For many, these fears stem from societal narratives, medicalised views of birth, or personal uncertainties. Julie will look at fear as a product of the overactive, conditioned “educated mind”—the part of us that overthinks, analyses, and worries about things not always in our control. By reconnecting with our intuitive mind, women can shift their perspective from fear to trust, reclaiming their body’s innate ability to give birth.

Julie completed her nursing training at in Sydney in 1985. She went on to complete her midwifery training soon afterwards followed by certification in child and family health and childbirth education.

After many years of working as a midwife with mothers, fathers and babies Julie was inspired to study Chiropractic. while working in her husband Mark’s chiropractic office and witnessing the health changes people experienced.

In 2005 Julie completed her chiropractic degree and started adjusting families.

Although no longer a registered midwife Julie’s 25 years working with women and their babies has been invaluable in helping her serve the women and babies she cares for today.

Julie has two adult daughters Mia and Hanna.