Having a c-section was not my plan, but I was lucky to know in advance I would need one so that I could put together a plan. Looking back, I am very glad that I wrote this and shared it. I did not react well to the spinal block and was sick for the first two days. Thankfully my plan included that I wanted to breastfeed and the nurses helped me as much as they could. Here is what I shared with my nurses and doctors!
My Birth Plan:
We would like to accomplish the following things during the birth of our baby as long as there are no complications with mom or baby. We hope to make our Cesarean delivery as safe, intimate and family-centered as possible with the following requests.
Prior to delivery, I would like:
To meet the members of the OR team who will be with me during delivery.
An explanation of the procedure before I am taken to the OR.
An explanation of the medications that will be used.· my husband Grant to accompany me in the delivery room.
ECG leads placed on my back so my chest is free for skin to skin contact once my baby is born.
During delivery, I would like to choose the music played during the procedure.
Hospital staff limited to my own doctors and nurses.
My hands to be kept free so I can hold my baby upon delivery.
My husband to take pictures of him being held up for the first time and being placed on my chest.
A clear and lowered drape so I may be able to see the birth of my baby.
Immediately following delivery, I would like:
Delayed cord clamping.
My spouse to cut the umbilical cord.
Immediate skin-to-skin.
To allow baby to latch on as soon as possible while in recovery.
My spouse to accompany my baby to the NICU/Nursery if a transfer is needed.
During recovery, I would like:
A lactation consultant to visit to help with latching or other breastfeeding concerns.
To hand express after feedings to give the extra colostrum to my baby and help my milk come in.
To eat and get up to use the restroom as soon as I feel ready and able to following delivery.
Thank you for your care and support!
The Gosselin Family
You were so prepared!! Thanks for sharing :)