No premature rupturing of the amniotic sac. Electronic Fetal Monitoring kept to a minimum. No Pitocin unless specifically requested. No episiotomy unless specifically requested. No pain relief medication unless specifically requested.
Mother wishes to hold the baby immediately after birth and plans to breast feed.
No bulb suctioning Allow the umbilical cord to stop pulsating before being cut. Delay all procedures. Parents with baby at all times. Save placenta for religious observances. No formula samples or items with advertisements.