What is your "ideal birth"? What do you picture in your head when you imagine this special event?
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Have you discussed your intentions with your health care provider? Are you comfortable or uncomfortable communicating with them?
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At what point in labor would your health care provider like you to call them? When would they prefer to join you?
Does your care provider know that you have chosen to hire a doula?
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Yes
No
I'm not sure
Do you and your care provider have a plan in place in case you go past your due date?
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How are you preparing for your birth?
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Do you have any fears, doubts, or concerns about your labor or birth?
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What do you think will be a source of strength for you during your labor? A source of comfort?
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What are some ways you usually manage pain?
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What kind of assistance do you think will be most helpful for you?
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How does your partner want to be involved? How would you like them to be involved?
Who would you like present during your labor?
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If your health care provider recommends an induction/augmentation
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If you have or need a scheduled C-section
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Are there any religious or spiritual practices you would like to incorporate into your birth? Would you like my help facilitating any of them? Would you like privacy?
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Feeding methods
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What are your experiences with breast/chest feeding? Do you have any concerns about your ability to breast/chestfeed?
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Do you have any issues, concerns, or fears regarding newborn care + taking your baby home?
Should health care staff
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"I'd like"
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Do you have any fears or concerns about being a new parent?
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What does your postpartum support system look like? Who will be helping with recovery, errands, housework, meal preparation, etc?
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Do you have a pediatrician selected?
Do you have any additional concerns for me? Don't hold back!
