fondue,
ya hope i can get to birth the best way hehee
Sometimes when we are already concussed from the pain... abit difficult to tell them otherwise...
here's a sample birth plan i saw on some forum .. can take as reference and modify...
We look forward to sharing my upcoming birth with you. We have created the following birth plan to help you understand our preference for my upcoming labor and delivery. I fully understand that in certain circumstances these guidelines may not be followed, but it is my hope that you will assist me in making this the experience I hope for. If you have any questions or suggestions, please let me know.
Labor
* I would prefer to avoid an enema and/or shaving of pubic hair.
* I would like to be free to walk around during labor.
* I wish to be able to move around and change position at will throughout labor.
* I would like to be able to have fluids by mouth throughout the first stage of labor.
* I would like the environment to be kept as quiet as possible. We would appreciate if we are the only ones speaking during labor & delivery.
* I would like the lights in the room to be kept low during my labor.
* I would prefer to keep the number of vaginal exams to a minimum.
* I do not want an IV unless I become dehydrated.
* I would like to wear contact lenses or glasses at all times when conscious.
Monitoring
* I do not wish to have continuous fetal monitoring unless it is required by the condition of the baby.
* I do not want an internal monitor unless the baby has shown some sign of distress.
Labor Augmentation/Induction
* I do not wish to have the amniotic membrane ruptured artificially unless signs of fetal distress require internal monitoring.
* If labor is not progressing, I would like to have the amniotic membrane ruptured before other methods are used to augment labor.
* I would prefer to be allowed to try changing position and other natural methods (walking, nipple stimulation) before pitocin is administered.
Anesthesia/Pain Medication
* I realize that many pain medications exist I'll ask for them if I need them.
* I like to use Gas & Air/ Entonox for pain relief
Cesarean
* Unless absolutely necessary, I would like to avoid a Cesarean.
* If a Cesarean delivery is indicated, I would like to be fully informed and to participate in the decision-making process.
* I wish to have an epidural for anesthesia
* If the baby is not in distress, the baby should be given to my husband immediately after birth.
Episiotomy
* I would prefer not to have an episiotomy unless absolutely required for the baby's safety.
* I am hoping to protect the perineum. I am practicing ahead of time by squatting, doing Kegel exercises, and perineal massage.
* I would appreciate guidance in when to push and when to stop pushing so the perineum can stretch.
* If possible, I would like to use perineal massage to help avoid the need for an episiotomy.
* I would like a local anesthetic to repair a tear or an episiotomy.
Delivery
* I would like to be allowed to choose the position in which I give birth, including squatting.
* Even if I am fully dilated, and assuming the baby is not in distress, I would like to try to wait until I feel the urge to push before beginning the pushing phase.
* I would appreciate having the room lights turned low for the actual delivery.
* I would appreciate having the room as quiet as possible when the baby is born.
* I would like to have the baby placed on my stomach/chest immediately after delivery.
Others: I would prefer to avoid any delivery aid, unless there is an unusual situation.
Immediately After Delivery
* I would like to have my husband cut the cord.
* I would like to hold the baby while I deliver the placenta and any tissue repairs are made.
* I would like to hold the baby for at least fifteen minutes before (he/she) is photographed, examined, etc.
* I would like to have the baby evaluated and bathed in my presence.
* I plan to keep the baby near me following birth and would appreciate if the evaluation of the baby can be done with the baby on my abdomen, with both of us covered by a warm blanket, unless there is an unusual situation.
* If the baby must be taken from me to receive medical treatment, my husband or some other person I designate will accompany the baby at all times.
* I would prefer to hold the baby rather than have (him/her) placed under heat lamps.
* I do not want a routine injection of pitocin after the delivery to aid in expelling the placenta.
* I would like to delay the eye medication for the baby until a couple hours after birth.
* After the birth, I would prefer to be given a few moments of privacy to urinate on my own before being catheterized.
* I would like to bank the umbilical cord blood, and have made arrangements to do so.
* I would like to see the placenta after it is delivered.
Postpartum
* I would like a private room, if available.
* Unless required for health reasons, I do not wish to be separated from my baby.
* I would like to have the baby "room in" and be with me at all times.
Breastfeeding
* I plan to breastfeed the baby and would like to begin nursing very shortly after birth.
* Unless medically necessary, I do not wish to have any bottles given to the baby (including glucose water or plain water).
* I would like more information about breastfeeding.
Circumcision
* I do not want the baby circumcised
Photo/Video
* I would like to take still photographs during labor and the birth.
* I would like to make a videorecording of labor and/or the birth.
Other
* I would prefer that no students, interns, residents or non-essential personnel be present during my labor or the birth.