Why a birth plan can be helpful

Birth plans help expectant parents to have a sense of control over the way their baby is born.  They also assist maternity care providers to understand more clearly what is important to a mother when she’s in labour and birthing her baby.  While birth plans are not compulsory it can be helpful to have one written up well before a baby’s due date. 
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Choosing where to give birth to your baby

You have lots of choices about where to have your baby and deciding what’s right for you. Like making any other decision,  there are many factors which need to be considered - personal choice, your health during pregnancy, how your baby is growing, previous birth experiences and your budget.   

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Health Checks for Babies

Regular health checks are recommended for all babies, from birth right up until they start school.  Monitoring their growth and checking their development are important ways to make sure children are growing as they need to. 

Regular health checks, particularly in the first 12 months,  also help with early detection of problems.

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