{"id":13492,"date":"2018-10-19T16:01:03","date_gmt":"2018-10-19T16:01:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cells4life.com\/?p=13492"},"modified":"2023-06-22T10:28:36","modified_gmt":"2023-06-22T10:28:36","slug":"writing-a-birth-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cells4life.com\/us\/2018\/10\/writing-a-birth-plan\/","title":{"rendered":"Writing a birth plan: everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_color=”#009fc4″ background_color_gradient_start=”#e02b20″ background_color_gradient_end=”#31e0ed” background_layout=”dark” custom_padding=”15px|15px|15px|15px” global_colors_info=”{}”]Planning a pregnancy<\/a> can be overwhelming. There is a lot to prepare before baby\u2019s big arrival, and it is easy to balk at what can seem like a never-ending list of things to do. Fortunately, writing a birth plan can get everyone up to speed in seconds \u2013 from your midwife to your mother, your doctor to your spouse.<\/p>\n

This guide to writing a birth plan should streamline the process, so you can relax knowing you have thought about all the big decisions well in advance.
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What should I include when I am writing a birth plan?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Where do you want to give birth?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are three options when it comes to choosing a place to give birth: the hospital, a maternity unit, or in the comfort of your own home.<\/p>\n

Mostly, it comes down to personal preference but there are some key differences between each option. For example, there is a slightly higher risk of complications at home as opposed to the hospital (9 in 1000 versus 5 in 1000).<\/p>\n

Bear in mind that there are plenty of benefits to a home birth too, though. Some expectant parents like the familiarity of their own home, and second or third-time parents often feel more comfortable knowing that their other children are close by.<\/p>\n

Who do you want in the delivery room?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Consider who you would like to be with you throughout your labour. You may be waiting for your little one for hours \u2013 so choose carefully.<\/p>\n

Have a think about guest visits too. Some parents like to specify which of their family and friends can visit them in hospital, and when.<\/p>\n

What birthing method would you like to use?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

There are a lot of different birthing methods to choose from:
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Active birth<\/strong><\/h4>\n