How To Prepare For A Natural Birth

Being well-informed gives you many benefits. For example, it will help you come up with a birth plan to give birth to your baby. You should prepare and discuss this plan with your midwife, or the professional who will help you through the birth.

Know the options at the hospital or department where you will be giving birth. Not only will it give you more peace of mind, but it will also help you communicate with the professionals who need to help you.

It is also important to remember that each birth is unique. To be well prepared, it is good to know all the options available to you to have a successful natural birth.

Ask as many questions as necessary to know which type of assistance best suits your expectations. 

The birth process is a time of intense emotion. Having the right information in advance allows you to make good decisions throughout the process.

Here are some recommendations to keep in mind when preparing for a natural birth.

Choose a good hospital

When you are ready for a natural birth, it is  good to surround yourself with the right people. Look for people who understand how important respectful treatment is during childbirth.

It’s not just about being kind, but also about respecting your wishes and preferences. Knowing that you can trust people around you will make your birth more relaxed.

In fact, health professionals and midwives believe that the presence of trusted people makes a big difference to childbirth. It reduces the need for painkillers, the number of birth instruments and the likelihood of a cesarean section. At the same time, it increases satisfaction.

Having a family member or other trusted friend nearby during the birth will make you feel more secure. It will also help you tolerate the pain of contractions, which facilitates a natural birth.

The right person will help you, encourage you and take care of you when you need to feel calm and confident.

Studies also show; Having a midwife during childbirth has great benefits. Their participation increases the chance of spontaneous vaginal birth.

Spontaneous vaginal birth refers to birth without the use of drugs or techniques, to induce labor. This means reducing the chances of epidural anesthesia.

General details about natural birth

Preparing yourself to receive your baby through natural birth means taking care of your own health. But it also means paying attention to the following details:

Environment

The ideal place for natural birth is an environment of intimacy. The only people who need to be there need to be those who are needed during childbirth.

Your birthplace should be considered a personal space that is comfortable and cozy. The temperature must be warm and there must be adjustable lighting. Birth instruments should be kept out of the sight of the mother.

Attention

Expectant mothers should receive constant attention throughout the birth process. They should only be alone when they want to and only for short periods.

Mobility and comfort

The first stage of natural birth is enlargement. In this phase, experts say you do not necessarily have to lie down. In fact, to get through this phase as easily as possible, you choose the position that is most comfortable for you. This phase tends to be long.

It is also a good idea to drink clear liquids like water and juice. Sports drinks are also good as they keep you hydrated, provide small amounts of glucose and prevent ketosis. You should  avoid tea and caffeine.

Pain management

There are many techniques to control the pain associated with childbirth. Ideally, the people who help you during childbirth should meet your expectations for pain relief as much as possible.

During this stage, it is also convenient to remember which position makes you most happy and happy. You may be surprised to know that health experts recommend that you avoid lying on your back.

Vertical positions (sitting, standing, squat) or lateral positions (lying on the side) are associated with shorter periods.

Women who get down on their hands and knees often find this to be the most comfortable position for childbirth. It is also said to reduce back pain and provide less pain in postpartum croup.

During this stage of birth, the role of those around you is extremely important – friends or family as well as professionals.

Numerous scientific studies show that women who receive constant professional support have a greater chance of spontaneous vaginal birth. This means they have less chance of getting anesthesia, needing birth instruments or needing a caesarean section.

By considering these details, you will feel more satisfied with the experience of natural birth, which should be peaceful, intimate and joyful.