Birth Plan

21+5 today. Had a repeat anatomy scan from 2 weeks ago since little man was being extra stubborn. We were able to see everything today & he’s looking beautiful!

Also, had a very pleasant appointment with my midwife & was able to discuss my birth plan. I want to begin creating my birth plan now to be prepared & make my team aware of my needs & wants while laboring. I was extremely excited that everything that I want is possible & supported by my team!

Do you plan on creating a birth plan? If so, what’s important to you? Or do you just plan on winging it?

Some things that are important to me are:

1. Planning on un-medicated birth but ability to change mind (I don’t want a epidural so I can move around & labor in different positions)

2. Music played during labor

3. Hep lock rather than an IV to move freely

4. Delayed cord clamping

5. Skin-to-skin w/ no interruptions during the golden hour

6. Ability to breastfeed as baby shows interest

7. Give baby first bath

8. No pacifier or bottles given

9. Labor in clothing comfortable for me