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Sample birth plan
This birth plan was
used by one of the members of PIA. Please note that this plan
should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice. Please discuss your own birth plan with your obstetrician/midwife.
Thoughts about my
labour & delivery - Andrea
Pain relief
Non-pharmacological:
Pharmacological:
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I will probably use
gas, and would like this to be available during second stage if
needed
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I would prefer not to
use Pethidine, and for this not to be offered to me unless I REALLY
request it!
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I very strongly want
to avoid an epidural because of my pelvic instability.
If I need to have an epidural I would prefer to have someone watch
my legs so they do not spread too far apart during labour or birth
Positions and actual birth
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I would prefer a
forward leaning position that does not separate my legs too much, eg
using a beanbag
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Alternatively, a
semi-reclining position with legs supported or left lateral if
possible
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I don’t want to be
flat on my back, and really need to avoid stirrups because of my
pelvic instability. If these are necessary, my legs need to be
supported so as not to fall out too far
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My legs need to be in
parallel at all times
Interventions
After birth
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Ice – perineal as well
as symphysis pubis
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I would like to use
voltaren suppositories as I found them to be helpful after my last
birth
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I may need a longer
period of bedrest after the birth depending on pelvic pain
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I plan to have my
physiotherapist provide daily ultrasound treatment in the days after
the birth
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