How (And Why) To Create A Birth Plan

Newborn baby girl right after delivery, shallow focus

You've been involved in your pregnancy from day one (literally), you've read all you can (and then some) about pregnancy and childbirth, you've prepped and prepared for labor and delivery (as well as anyone can, that is), and you have a birth plan in mind — from first contraction to last push and beyond.

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