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At Home Birth Checklist

At Home Birth Checklist

baby birth pregnancy

Lauren Meir

Channel: Lauren MeirPublished on May 14, 2012

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Midwife Must-Haves
- Fetoscope or ultrasonic stethoscope
- Sterile gloves
- Gauze pads
- Drop cloths
- cotton hat for the baby
- Pan for afterbirth
- Thermometer
- Oxygen for the baby if necessary
- Tools for suturing tears
- IV's for you, should you need additional fluids due to dehydration
- Medication to slow/stop ;hemorrhage
When to Consider At Home Birth
- If you are having a healthy, problem-free pregnancy
- If you want a more natural childbirth
- If you want to be in the comfort of your own home
- If you want to share the experience with family and friends
When At Home Birth is Not Recommended
- If you are at risk for preterm labor or have had preterm labor in the past
- If you are a diabetic
- If you have chronic high-blood pressure or toxemia/preeclampsia
- If you have had or are having other complications
Prepare for the Birth
- Research midwife services and at-home births
  Be thorough in your research. Ask friends and health care professionals for recomendations.
- Interview midwives to learn about their respective birthing philosophies and the services they provide.
- Find out if your midwife works with a backup OBGYN.
- Arrange to have your infant examined at the pediatrician's office 24 hours after the birth.
- Have the name, location, and contact info for a nearby hospital should an emergency arise
  Likewise, pack a bag for the hospital, just in case.
- Prepare a birthplan with your midwife team
  Have this on hand for the birth, as well as any relevant medical information.
To Have at Home
- Make sure the birth room is clean, comfortable, and clear of clutter.
- The bed should have clean fresh sheets
  At least 2 full sets of extra linens should be readily available.
- Clean, comfortable clothes to birth in, as well as a change of clothes for after.
- Maternity/sanitary napkins
- Several pairs of underwear
- Snacks and drinks for you and your partner or family members.
- Lots of Linens
  You will need several sets of towels and washcloths in various sizes. Keep these in a large laundry basket or storage bin.
- Your favorite beverages, including lots of bottled water.
- Clothes for the baby
  This includes a onesie or t-shirt, a long-sleeved sleeper, footed pajamas, socks, cotton hats and 4-5 receiving blankets.
- Diapers
  Include wipes and diaper rash cream.
Items for the Birth
- The items provided by your midwife service varies
  Be sure to go over the birth plan with your midwife team well in advance, and make a list of the items s/he is responsible for bringing.
- Plastic or rubber sheeting to cover the bed and floors
- Refuse sacks
- A hot water bottle
- Vinyl tablecloth to protect furniture and carpet from birth stains
- A large flat brand new cookie sheet (to transport birthing supplies)
- Birth Kit
  This includes a list of disposable supplies that need to be ordered.
Other Items You May Want (Or may be brought by your midwife)
- Pitcher or electric kettle
- Large lidded pot
- Herbal Remedies, teas or tinctures to provide added comfort or relieve pain.
- Small bottle of unopened olive oil
  This can be used for massage and also to clean the birth fluids from your baby's skin.

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If you're pregnant and considering giving birth at home, there are important facts you need to consider. Read our At Home Birth Checklist and get the most from your midwife service. Be prepared and welcome your little one into a warm, comfortable, safe environment...as nature intended!

Lauren Meir

Channel: Lauren MeirPublished on May 14, 2012

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