Creating a birth plan, with Dr Hugh Porter

Season 1 Episode 188

Today I discuss example birth plans with Dr Hugh Porter.

Dr Hugh Porter is a highly skilled obstetrician with a passion for both low and high risk pregnancies. Dr Porter is happy to provide: natural birth, waterbirth, Calmbirth®, VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean section), Elective caesarean section, Maternal assisted caesarean section, Induction of labour and Twin birth (vaginal or caesarean). He is also a competent laparoscopic surgeon and colposcopist.]

In today's episode we discuss:

What is a birth plan?
How important is it to develop a birth plan?
What are some different birthing options to consider?
What are some things to consider in a birth plan?
- Pain relief
- Positioning
- Fetal monitoring
- Vaginal / cervical exams
- Forceps versus ventouse
- Emergency caesarean versus forceps
- When things aren’t progressing
Sharing your birth plan
When things don’t go according to plan

LINKS:

Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist

Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts

Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts

FitNest Mama Website

Instagram @fitnestmama

Dr Hugh Porter's website: https://sydneybabies.com.au/

Dr Hugh Porter's Instagram: @drhughporter

** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition.

LINKS:

Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist

Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts

Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts

FitNest Mama Website

Instagram @kathbaquie.physio

1:1 Consultation with Physio Kath at Hatched House

Published on 2 years, 1 month ago

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Creating a birth plan, with Dr Hugh Porter