Birth plan or no birth plan that is the question.
So what's your take on it? I'm thinking of writing one just in case for whatever reason my midwife isn't there while I'm in labor. Have you ever written one? Would it just be a waste of time for me to write one and print out a few copies?
Quoting KeiraRose:Wow! Thanks for the links!
Quoting louzannalady:
Here is some information on what a birth plan can do for you and how to about writing one, if you decide you would like one.
http://www.cafemom.com/group/117811/forums/read/17488367/Birth_plans?use_mobile=0
I didn't vote because my experience wasn't on there. I had one and copies made, but my son had other plans. I didn't get much of what was on my plan, unfortunately. I'm still glad I had it, but I've learned not to hold onto it so hard and fast. I agree about it being a jinx, especially if it's long. I've seen the same thing happen with other women with long, detailed birth plans (I tried not to be one of those women, but really, I was). But giving those around you some idea of what you're looking for, whether to circumcise, what to do in case you DO need a c-section, etc can be very useful.
Suzanne
"Don't sacrifice what you want most for what you want right now."
i can't vote because I would choose yes but i didnt have one the first time and i wish I had
I thought about writing one, but never did. It didn't seem like a necessity to me since I figured I'd wind up with a c-section and I did.
some women love them, I PERSONALLY didn't see a use for one. Are there certain things that you would love to have happen during labor? Please keep in mind that your birth plan all depends on if everything goes as planned and you and baby are good during and after delivery (such as baby right onto chest, dad cutting cord, etc)
So sick and nausea right now....my cousin and best friend are in Moore Oklahoma and no one can get a hold of them...
- KeiraRose
on Nov. 7, 2012 at 9:39 PM