In this book you will discover:

Communication Skills

How to get what you want in a hospital setting without feeling intimidated or pushy. Easy to remember phrases and questions to get the answers you need.

Practical, Step-by-Step Preparation Guide

Know your options and learn how to prepare for unanticipated interventions. Easily create the birth plans for your partner or doula, nurse, doctor, babyโ€™s care providers, and a surgical birth, just in case.

Policies, Procedures, and Protocols, Oh My

Understand what policies, procedures, and protocols are most likely to affect your labor and birth while you have time and brain capacity to understand and plan for them.

Reduce or Eliminate Your Fear

By understanding what a hospital birth is like and making your plans accordingly, you will feel empowered and in control of your options. Itโ€™s hard to make good decisions when youโ€™re tired, confused, and scared.

About the Author: tracy hartley

This book is based on 28 years of experience as a birth doula who has attended more than 700 births, most of which took place in a variety of hospitals. Living and working in the Los Angeles area since 1996, tracy understands how hospital policies, procedures, and protocols often interfere with the process of giving birth.

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