It is common for the doctor to offer an epidural, and many women will choose to take it. In some hospitals, the pediatrician is assigned by the hospital, while in others, the family is able to choose their own pediatrician. Gabriela was attended by the hospital's pediatrician and Sofia was cared for by the family's pediatrician. As soon as Gabriela was born, she was immediately taken to another room to be checked and washed and then returned to the mother. Sofia, born in Cali, was given to the mother right after the birth.
Women usually stay in the hospital for one night after giving birth.
Most insurance companies will not cover the costs if the mother wants stay longer without the doctor's recommendation. Mothers are encouraged to breastfeed their babies, and working mothers can get 2 hours off each day for breastfeeding. Maria and her husband chose the names of both of their daughters before they were born. Usually, the birth of a child is announced by telephoning friends and family. A birth announcement may be sent to people who live in another city.