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Family Birth Preferences Our goal is for your birth experience at The Ottawa Hospital to be as satisfying as possible. Please complete this form, so we can learn what is important to you and your

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How to fill out family birth preferences

1. Begin by discussing birth preferences with your partner and any other family members involved.
2. Consider your ideal birth location, whether it be at home, in a birthing center, or in a hospital.
3. Think about your preferences for pain management during labor, such as natural methods, epidural, or other options.
4. Write down your preferred birthing positions and comfort measures, such as using a birthing ball or water immersion.
5. Discuss your wishes for labor interventions, such as induction, augmentation, or cesarean section, and under what circumstances you would be comfortable with these interventions.
6. Consider your desires for immediate postpartum care, including skin-to-skin contact, delayed cord clamping, and breastfeeding support.
7. Review and revise your birth preferences as needed with your healthcare provider and birth team.
8. Keep a copy of your birth preferences with you during labor and communicate your wishes clearly with your care providers.

Who needs family birth preferences?

1. Anyone who is pregnant and planning to give birth can benefit from having a set of birth preferences.
2. Birth preferences can help ensure that your wishes are communicated and respected during labor and delivery.
3. Having a clear set of preferences can also help you feel more empowered and in control during the birthing process.

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What is family birth preferences?

Family birth preferences refer to the choices and wishes of a family regarding the birth of a child, including preferences for the birthing process and postnatal care.

Who is required to file family birth preferences?

Family birth preferences are typically filed by the expecting parents, but other family members or legal guardians may also be involved in the decision-making process.

How to fill out family birth preferences?

Family birth preferences can usually be filled out by completing a form provided by the healthcare provider or hospital where the birth will take place. The form may include options for pain management, birthing positions, and newborn care.

What is the purpose of family birth preferences?

The purpose of family birth preferences is to ensure that the birthing experience aligns with the family's wishes and values, promoting a more positive and personalized birth experience.

What information must be reported on family birth preferences?

Information that may be included on family birth preferences forms can vary, but commonly include preferences for pain relief during labor, birthing positions, who will be present during the birth, and preferences for postnatal care.