Is a birth plan necessary?
Do you think preparing a birth plan is a waist of time? In my opinion Never.. A Birth Plan is probably the best thing you could possibly do for this special moment. What's funny is most physicians and nurses will role their eyes at them and then there are some who welcome birth plans.
I had a family that a nurse told them on a hospital tour not to even worry about bringing one they will not even look at them. Well let's just say we are glad we didn't get her for he delivery.
I had a family that a nurse told them on a hospital tour not to even worry about bringing one they will not even look at them. Well let's just say we are glad we didn't get her for he delivery.
Many people don't bother doing birth plans because they aren't sure where to start. this shouldn't be a reason not to do them. There are so many template's on the internet that make writing your birth plan as easy as pie. looking over the templates will help you to get an idea of what are something's you will encounter while laboring from monitoring you and baby, to delivery methods and post delivery procedures. If your not knowledgeable of these things in advance how would you know if your okay with these methods and procedures?
I like the Earth Mama angel Baby http://blog.earthmamaangelbaby.com/birth-plan/ it is very detailed but great to use as a conversation starter with your provider.
There are so many things to consider. such as:
- would you like to labor at home?
- what are you comfortable with if you go past your estimated due date? (stripping the membrane, teas, movement, waiting till you naturally start labor or available schedule cesarean).
- would you like to stay mobile?
- do you want undisturbed laboring?
- would you like to squat or side line or lay on your back to deliver?
- would you like baby vaccinated at hospital?
- would you like baby bathed after delivery?
- do you want to naturally tear or have an episiotomy?
No one ever really knew that these were options. Everyone need to know their options. you deserve to be able to have a say in your birthing process.
Many hospitals may not be excited about the fact you know that you have choices. You need to be prepared and informed. Preparing a birth plan is easy. we you attend a child birth class whether it's Lamaze, Bradley, informed beginnings or
birthing you will be given advice and information on putting together your birth plan.
The beautiful part of having a birth plan is there are fewer question that need to be asked because it's already in black and white. whether you have your partner or doula present your wishes are always there and for anyone to refer back to periodically.
I always advise families to prepare a birth plan so that we can make sure mom is focused only on one thing delivery. as the Doula I should be able to refer back to the birth plan and allow mom to have undisturbed time focusing on her most important task. Delivering a baby :-) I'm there to give gentle reminders of family wishes to ensure that things haven't changed and if so we are able to review what those changes may Intel. I am also able to give provider and staff friendly reminders that there is a birth plan that can be and should be followed if they attempt to improvise when not necessary.
So, hopefully you have found value in the wonderful birth plan. If your considering conceiving this is the perfect time to start to research what labor and delivery should look like for you. Also refer back to the previous blog post it takes a village. I discuss putting your team together before conception. if you currently pregnant I hope you have looked into all the birthing classes available to you. you can find links to some classes on www.peacefulbirthingdoula.com as well as find additional blog posts.
Tunisia Macklin
Peaceful Birthing Doula
Educate, Encourage, Empower and Serving Women
http://www.peacefulbirthingdoula.com
peacefulbirthingdoula@gmail.com
(630)481-6079
Enjoy your day Beautiful Mommies to be and Mommies!
birthing you will be given advice and information on putting together your birth plan.
The beautiful part of having a birth plan is there are fewer question that need to be asked because it's already in black and white. whether you have your partner or doula present your wishes are always there and for anyone to refer back to periodically.
I always advise families to prepare a birth plan so that we can make sure mom is focused only on one thing delivery. as the Doula I should be able to refer back to the birth plan and allow mom to have undisturbed time focusing on her most important task. Delivering a baby :-) I'm there to give gentle reminders of family wishes to ensure that things haven't changed and if so we are able to review what those changes may Intel. I am also able to give provider and staff friendly reminders that there is a birth plan that can be and should be followed if they attempt to improvise when not necessary.
So, hopefully you have found value in the wonderful birth plan. If your considering conceiving this is the perfect time to start to research what labor and delivery should look like for you. Also refer back to the previous blog post it takes a village. I discuss putting your team together before conception. if you currently pregnant I hope you have looked into all the birthing classes available to you. you can find links to some classes on www.peacefulbirthingdoula.com as well as find additional blog posts.
Tunisia Macklin
Peaceful Birthing Doula
Educate, Encourage, Empower and Serving Women
http://www.peacefulbirthingdoula.com
peacefulbirthingdoula@gmail.com
(630)481-6079
Enjoy your day Beautiful Mommies to be and Mommies!
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