02/18/2026
8 years ago today, during one of the wildest winter storms, I had my successful VBAC…
I have to share the incredible experience we had with Dr. Bissinger. I wasn’t in full labor yet, but EMTs had informed us they couldn’t reach our home because of the storm if delivery happened. Panicked, we called our OB. Without hesitation he said, “Meet me at the hospital.” His shift didn’t even start until 7am the next morning — it was 6pm the night before.
Because there was a state of emergency, he walked the halls with me to help get labor going. He sat with my husband watching the Olympics, keeping us calm, never rushing us…just fully present, patient, and human.
We officially began our VBAC journey at 9:08am. After 6 hours of pushing, Jackie arrived at 2:18pm on 2.18.18. ✨
One of the most blessed, empowering days of my life. I love sharing this story because it reminds me how impactful true empathy in medicine can be.
Forever grateful for Dr. B. 🤍