Let’s talk birth plans.
I know what you might be thinking. Do I really need one? Isn’t birth unpredictable anyway? And yeah, you’re right. Babies have a mind of their own, and things don’t always go to plan. But hear me out. Having a birth plan isn’t about controlling every little detail. It’s about knowing your options, making decisions ahead of time, and making sure your voice is heard when it matters most.
I’ve been through birth twice, and having a plan helped so much. Not because everything went exactly as I’d written down. Spoiler, it didn’t. But because I felt prepared. When things got intense, my midwife already knew what I wanted. My husband didn’t have to keep asking me questions in the middle of contractions. And I didn’t have to explain my preferences while also trying to breathe through a contraction.
What If Things Change? Meet BRAIN.
Even if you write out the perfect birth plan, there’s always a chance you’ll need to make decisions on the spot. That’s where BRAIN comes in. It’s a simple way to make choices without feeling overwhelmed.
B. What are the benefits?
R. What are the risks?
A. Are there alternatives?
I. What does my instinct say?
N. What happens if we do nothing?
This little trick saved me more than once, especially when things didn’t go exactly as I’d imagined.
Mindset is Everything. Seriously, It Is.
I’ll be honest. Before giving birth, I thought birth affirmations sounded a bit fluffy. But when I was in labour, repeating my body was made for this or every contraction brings me closer to my baby actually helped. Because in those moments, you need your brain working for you, not against you.
Grab Your Free Birth Plan. Because You Deserve to Feel Ready.
I’ve put together a super simple birth plan template to make this whole thing easy for you. It covers labour preferences, pain relief, newborn care, affirmations, and even reminders for your birth partner. Just fill it out, print it, and hand it over. One less thing to think about when the big day arrives.
Click here to download your free birth plan now.
I hope it helps you feel a little more in control, a little less overwhelmed, and a whole lot more ready. You’ve got this.
