Basics of Creating a BIRTH PLAN During Pregnancy [Special Segment]

Are you expecting a baby and wondering how to plan for your ideal birth experience? A birth plan helps you make informed decisions, advocate for yourself, and communicate your preferences with your healthcare team. In this video, we walk you through the essential questions you need to consider before birth, during labor, and after birth to help you feel empowered and prepared. Questions to Consider for Your Birth Plan Before Birth ✅ Birthing Environment: What kind of environment do you want? (Dimmed lights, aromatherapy, your own clothing instead of a hospital gown) ✅ Hospital Policies: What are the hospital’s policies on movement, labor positions, and monitoring? ✅ Labor Support: Will your partner, doula, or a family member be allowed to stay with you throughout labor? ✅ Pain Management: What pain relief options do you want to explore? (Natural techniques, epidural, medication preferences) ✅ Induction Policy: Will you be induced if labor hasn’t started by a certain date? What are the risks and benefits? ✅ Eating & Drinking: Are you allowed to eat or drink during labor? During Birth ✅ Movement & Positioning: Will you be allowed to move, walk, or change positions during labor? ✅ Medical Interventions: What is the hospital’s approach to interventions like episiotomies, forceps, vacuum extraction, and C-sections? ✅ Pushing Preferences: Do you want to follow your body’s natural urge to push, or do you prefer coached pushing? ✅ Cord Clamping: How long do you want to delay cord clamping? Can your partner cut the cord? ✅ Immediate Skin-to-Skin: Will the baby be placed on your chest immediately after birth? After Birth ✅ Placenta Delivery: Will you deliver the placenta naturally, or do you want medication to speed up the process? ✅ Newborn Procedures: What newborn care procedures do you prefer? (Eye drops, vitamin K shot, first bath timing) ✅ Breastfeeding Support: Do you want immediate latching and lactation support? ✅ Rooming-In: Will your baby stay in your room or go to the nursery? By considering these questions, you can create a birth plan that aligns with your preferences and helps you navigate your labor experience with confidence. 📌 This video is a follow-up to our full podcast episode: Episode 36 - How to Have the Best Childbirth Using Lamaze Practices. 🎙️ Watch, listen, or read the blog here: 👉 https://www.modernindianparent.com/p/36-how-to-have-the-best-childbirth-16e?r=4k37ql 🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more empowering parenting content! 🎥👶