The gold standard of care is #evidencebased decision making and that means that two people in similar circumstances could make two very different decisions and that is totally ππΎ
When making a decision related to #childbirth it is most often a gray area. Providers offer the best information they can based on their experience and understanding but it’s not always clear cut as to what is the best route moving forward. π€·πΌβοΈ
So make sure you weigh out:
π the research
π your provider’s recommendation
π your own preferences
to make a decision that feels right to you.
How do you even know where to start?
βΆοΈ Get educated about #birth βοΈ
βοΈ Take a #birthclass
βοΈ Work with a #doula
βοΈ Prepare a #birthplan
βοΈ Have your #birthpartner be prepared and ready to communicate with your #midwife or #ob
We have a birth plan guide in our stories πππ