childbirth
Getting Ready for The Birth
GETTING READY FOR THE BIRTH
You have finished the stages of pregnancy, from the first trimester and the second trimester. Now you in the last trimester, start from seventh month to ninth month. In ninth month, the time to childbirth is closer. What you need to bring with you in a hospital? What to pack for your stay in the hospital. This is one of the most important elements to giving birth that many women forget until the last minute.
Packing in advance will make getting to the hospital or birth center much easier when you are in labour. When packing your bag, you should include the following:
• Clothing for three or four days
• Clothing for the baby
• Extra pillows
• Emergency contact numbers
• Slippers
• Extra towel
• Hair brush/tooth brush
• Bathrobe
• Extra socks
• Hand cloths
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Types of Childbirth
TYPES OF CHILDBIRTH
You should be aware of the types of childbirth that you should consider before going into labour. What types of childbirth that you choose, natural childbirth, caesarean section or the others?
Natural Childbirth
Natural childbirth refers to childbirth without the use of medications that could ease the pain associated with the birthing process. Some people fear that these medications will be passed on to the child during labour. While some of their fears are legitimate, many women take some medication during labour and have healthy babies.
If you are planning on a natural childbirth, there are ways to prepare in advance that will make the process a little easier when the time comes:
- Educate yourself about the pros/cons of natural childbirth
- Attend ‘natural childbirth’ birthing classes
- Tell your care provider that you would like a natural childbirth
- Find a coach that will be with you throughout the birth
- Understand that there may be times when you will need medication
- Prepare yourself physically by exercising
- Understand that there will be pain involved
- Many other people will not be supportive of your decision, but you need to do what is best for you and your baby
Natural childbirth can be a wonderful way for you to connect with your baby. You can have a natural childbirth in a hospital or birthing center. Just make sure you have someone who will help you when you are in pain. This will make the process a little easier.
