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s aren?t meant to be all-inclusive (and they never could be), writing down your thoughts and wishes is a great vehicle for preparation. and remember, every mother?s birth plan will be different. every pregnancy is different. every delivery is different. ?e most important goal, after all, is simply a healthy mom and baby. ?don?t be distracted by little things that may not work out,? dr. brown says, ?but rejoice in the gift of new life you are about to receive.? having a plan is helpful but sometimes? as in motherhood and life?it might just be best to expect the unexpected. in good hands by this point you should be comfortable enough with your medical provider to know that he or she is making the best decisions for the health of you and your child
. while yes, it is helpful to have a birth plan, it?s also important to remember things will go off course. and while it?s important to know what you want, it?s also important to remember it might not always be what you get. ?sometimes trying to stick to a script will work against you and raise your risk of c-section,? dr. brown says. ?try to stay away from asking for or refusing different medical treatments until you speak with your nurse and doctor. i don?t believe in the jinx, but sometimes i wonder.? no medical action should be taken blindly. in virtually every situation, the patient and the doctor should decide together on a proper plan of action if things do venture off course. ?some birth plans stray from what is good for the mother and baby, into more about control and lack of trust,? dr. brown further explains. ?if you trust your doctor and realize they are there to help you and protect you from complications, then take their advice. ?e nurses and doctors have dedicated their careers and most of their lives to helping women having childbirth.? new baby have you thought about what will happen immediately after the birth? do you want your child placed on your chest? will you breastfeed? will your partner cut the cord? do you plan umbilical cord blood banking? if so, provide the kit to the nurse for preparation of collection. going home after delivery it may seem like the job?s been done, but it?s actually just begun. did you make arrangements for the car seat to be put in the car? has care and general support for the first few days and weeks after the child is born been planned out? is the child?s room ready? when will you return to work if doing so? is your employer aware of your plans? who will care for your child when you do? planning for a day care during pregnancy is critical if you will be needing one since there are waiting lists for many. 3. remember to pack your camera! 4. is your phone charged? do you have the charger? lots of calling, texting and so- cial media posting is about to happen. 5. if you need to tell the nurse some confidential informa- ti on, whis p er to her your needs and she will send the family and/or your partner to the cafeteria for a break. this will give you the opportunity to speak freely and maintain your privacy. spring 2016 | pink & blue 29
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