So.. Colie suggested I blog about my birth plan. Is it bad that I don't have one? I have talked to my doctor about this and she seemed grateful that I don't have a huge drawn out novel of what I want my labor to be like. I expressed to her that I would like to deliver as naturally as I can and she was very supportive and encouraging of this. So far my only plan is to not have an epidural, however if the pain is hindering the labor process and my doctor thinks I should get one, I’m not going to fight it. I really don't want to have a lot of expectations going into labor and delivery, I'm a very easy going and relaxed person and I want that to be the mood on the big day.
What are your thoughts? Respond to this post with your delivery stories and or your birth plan. I know there are a lot of preggo's out there so share your thoughts and opinions.
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I love it Megs! That is how I was - pretty laid back and go with the flow. The flow was not what I expected but most peoples "birth plans" are just that. Plans that guide them and usually get thrown overboard somewhere in the process. And remember that there are some other drugs available besides an epidural. You don't want them right when you need to push because they make you "drugged" but they take the edge off when you need it.
My delivery stories are way to long for a comment but those are my thoughts:-). I'm excited for you to have a birth story - oh wait you already do you just don't know it yet:-). hehehe
I don't have a birth plan either, I am the same way, but I have to say it was so nice to be able to have an epidural to take the edge off and somewhat "enjoy" labor if you can even call it that.
No plan and no expectations is the best and much wisdom in that alone! Everyone is so different and every birth varies too, so go with the flow and let your body do its thing, remember we were created to do this! God is good and He wont give you more than he see that you are able to handle! I cant wait to meet Cade :)
There is a great website called birthplan.com that I used. You chose what you want to include and what you dont by clicking on little tabs. Than you can print it out and have it with you at the hospital. It is great that your doctor knoww yours desires, but... the biggest thing, I think, for a birth plan is incase she cant get to the hospital for some reason. A lot of times they are off call or for whatever reason another doctor will need to deliver. Having th birth plan insures that ANYONE would know what is important to you. It covers a lot more than just an epidural. Plus, going over the list the website gives you allows you to think about things you may not have thought about. In my opinion, it is great to be laid back, and I pray that God gives you an experience like mine where you are able to do that. Just keep in mind that labor can be an intense and scary thing if something were to go wrong, so having thought through different scenerios might make you more at ease if something were to go wrong or different than you have in mind.
And unlike my post, you dont want to it be a novel:) Just a quick list of the things that mean the most to you. Oh, and it is a good opportunity to go over detials with Tyler so he knows exactly what you want. He will be your voice that day and guys can get very scared when they see their wife in that much pain. Giving them a clear idea of what you want will make it easier for him.
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