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1 DEVELOP YOUR OWN BIRTH PLAN
Your birth plan should outline everything you want and need out of birth. Be sure to show this to your healthcare provider. Your birth plan should cover all aspects, from the medication you want or don’t want and the type of birth you prefer to the music you’d like to hear when Baby appears. Remember though that not all births go according to plan – so be prepared to alter your plan.
2 ANTENATAL CLASSES AND CHECK-UPS
The lessons learnt at these classes are invaluable, as you will learn everything you need to know about pregnancy, labour and childbirth. It also provides a space for you to ask questions and receive immediate feedback. Most antenatal classes are couples classes, so your partner can feel involved and learn about the process too. It is also important to go for regular check-ups with your gynae or midwife to identify any problems and to make sure baby is growing well. Having these check-ups and attending the classes will make you and your partner feel more reassured in your knowledge of each stage of your birth process.
3 EXERCISE DURING PREGNANCY
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