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“Midwife Delivery Death Trial” rules: Home birth, including after a cesarean, is a constitutional right
Hi Reader,
I have been glued to my screen the last few days watching the Nebraska vs. Angela Hock breech VBAC home birth trial which I think should be a requirement for anyone who comments on the facts of this case.
I have so much to say about this case, which I share here along with the trial videos, but the biggest thing is that this court ruled that home birth, including after a cesarean, is a constitutional right.
The implications are huge. Most importantly, this case is now legal precedent.
Be sure to share this article so people are aware of this case!
In solidarity,
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Jen Kamel
VBAC Facts® Founder
PS: One of the themes of this case was informed consent vs. manipulation which is incredibly problematic in the US given that true informed consent is practically non-existent when it comes to VBAC or vaginal breech birth.
Thankfully, as a VBAC Facts® professional member, you have access to two interviews with a trial attorney on this case, Hermine Hayes-Klein:
- An Attorney’s Guide to Navigating Informed Consent and Refusal
- How to Navigate Forced Cesarean Threats
... as well as numerous continuing education trainings on vaginal birth after cesarean. (Click here and scroll to the bottom to see all the trainings.)
Other ways to work with me and increase VBAC access:
- Have a list of questions? Something you want to talk through? Schedule a consulting call. I work with parents, professionals, advocates working on legislation, as well as legal cases regarding VBAC.
- Want to improve the VBAC education in your community or at your facility? Book me for an in-person training! I only have three spots available for 2023 and am speaking to multiple groups.
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