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This article is from the Birth Planning
FAQ, by wnymph@FensEnde.com (Sabrina Cuddy) with numerous
contributions by others.
11 Birth Plan
I think the most important thing is to understand your doctor's
attitudes and the reasons for them. In my opinion, the best way to do
this is with direct questions to the doctor about what s/he will do in
particular situations. The ideal is a doctor whose general philosophy
is similar to your own. Then, you can pretty much let the doctor be in
control of the whole birth experience (which makes it mentally easier
for you).
It's important to ask the doctor a lot of questions now (I started this
at my first visit). The best thing to do is to write a list of
questions (at least 5 per visit) and then ask them to the doctor at the
end of the appointment. Try to be non-confrontational about things.
If you think you don't agree with something, consider the doctor's
reasons carefully before challenging it, and then try to get your point
across without making it sound like you think the doctor has a dumb
idea.
Most doctors have a "standard" birthing plan. My doctor had it written
down. In your birthing plan, you should discuss things not covered
in the doctor's, or things that are a little out of the ordinary.
(Like, I specifically asked her not to break my water unless it was
medically indicated.) You should discuss everything in your birth plan
orally before showing your doctor a written copy. Bring a copy or two
to the hospital with you for the nurses and others there, in case they
don't have it.
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