What to Expect mom Amber E. is in her second trimester and starting to think about her plan for labor and delivery. "As a first-time mom, I don't know what I like or want,” she writes to the WTE First ...

I am not an inherently organized person. I fix sticky notes to my steering wheel as task reminders; I dog-ear the pages of books when I read them; my filing system is saving all my emails; my office ...

A birth plan is a great tool for letting your doctor or midwife know about your wishes for labour and birth. Sometimes, things move very quickly during delivery, and it can be helpful to have a game ...

What kind of labour would you ideally like? Now is the time to set a birth plan in place. This is the stage in your pregnancy when your baby may start to ‘engage’, you could be treated to a show of ...

Many people create a birth plan to state their preferences for labor and delivery. A birth plan will: help you think through your preferences ahead of time, explore different options you might not ...

Just like a work diary helps you keep your day running smoothly, a birthing plan can be a great way to ensure you have a smooth birth experience. You should start thinking about the type of birth you ...

The birth plan. It’s simple enough in theory: A birth plan is essentially a means by which you can outline your wants and desires for your labor and birth experience. But do a quick Google search and ...

Advocating for yourself during childbirth can feel challenging. However, creating a birth plan, choosing a birth advocacy partner, and learning how to make informed decisions can help ensure you feel ...