A birth plan is a list of directions for what you wish to take place during labor, birth, and the delivery of your child. It is important that you let everyone know who is around you how you want to deliver your child. You should discuss the birth plan with your doctor around the seventh or eighth month of pregnancy. Therefore, your doctor will know your wishes as well. You might find it helpful to talk with your OB coordinator to see if your wishes can be carried out.
Some hospitals are more flexible with patients' wishes than others.
The next step to preparing your birth plan is to determine where you want to deliver your child. Consider all these questions and discuss some wishes may not be possible. Then place this on your birth plan. Again, discuss different types of anesthetics with your doctor and determine what is right for you. Check ahead of time, they determine the maximum amount of people allowed in the delivery room with you.