Written By: Stacie Hanna DNP, CNM
"Physiologic labor and birth is powered by the innate human capacity of woman and fetus. There is no unnecessary intervention that disrupts normal physiologic processes”.
Let’s talk about what a physiologic birth in a hospital looks like:
low intervention
intermittent monitoring
jacuzzi tubs
birth balls
freedom of movement
eating and drinking in labor
amazing nurses who provide bedside labor support until I can get to the hospital
doula support availability if desired
bringing items from home and signs of affirmation to make the space yours
pushing and delivery in the position you want
dads who assist with the birth
immediate skin to skin
delayed cord clamping
no need to remove baby from your chest until you are ready
no NB baths for at least 24 hrs and when you’re ready for one
IBCLC and CLC support (lactation specialists)
24-48 hrs of continuous assistance in postpartum and newborn care
Personally, I love ALL births; unmedicated, medicated, upside down 😜. But, just know that you can have the birth plan and birth you want in the hospital setting. So, talk to your midwife/provider. We support you! 💕
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