Birth Plan

I heard Mrs Wong mentioned a few times about birth plan. And I wondered what the hell is it? hehe... arent our gynea supposed to guide us through and advises us? so we can make some decisions ourselves.. in a way... see below.. I didnt know I have to think about the below questions. Hopefully we will be well-prepared to go into labour. Attending Mrs Wong's antenantal class definitely prepares us for labour. The rest is up to ourselves. RELAX!!! I still have 11-12 wks to go...

Birth Plan

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A birth plan is a document that tells your doctor and the hospital staff how you'd like your labour and delivery to progress. Here are a few questions you might want to include in your plan:

If labour begins naturally, when would you like to be admitted?

Do you have any drug allergies?

Do you want your pubic hair to be shaved?

What birthing aids would you like? (A birthing pool, birthing stool, birthing ball, aromatherapy, music, heat packs)

Are you willing to have labour induced?

What is your attitude toward pain relief?

Are you willing to have an emergency C-section if required?

Who do you want in the rooom with you when you deliver and/or need a C-section?

Do you have any special wishes for the first moments after your baby is born?

Do you want your baby cleaned before he is given to you or do you want him put into your arms

immediately?

Do you want to be left alone with your baby and your partner for a few minutes immediately after the

birth?

What are your desires in regard to breastfeeding?

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