Writing a birth plan. Do I really need one? With Midwife Mon

Update: 2023-07-28

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In today's episode our host Mon dives deep into writing a birth plan or as she likes to call it your 'birth wishes'.

This episode covers topics such as:

What is a birth plan?

Why every women needs to make a birth plan

When should you start your birth plan?

What should be included in your birth plan?

What if things don't go to "plan"?

Can you still have a birth plan if you're having an elective caesarean?

+ Lots of midwife tips & education

Knowledge is power within the birth space & writing a birth plan is a great way to pave the path to your desired labour & birth experience.

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