Choosing the place of birth
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Women with a pregnancy and medical history without complications are free to choose the place of birth and decide for themselves where they want to give birth to their baby – in hospital, in a birth centre, in a midwife’s practice or at home.
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In case of a high-risk pregnancy or complications a hospital is the best place to deliver your baby. If your pregnancy is low-risk, however, you have a variety of options.
Needs regarding the surrroundings for giving birth vary greatly among individuals. It is advantageous to choose a place where you have trust in the people working there and where you feel comfortable. This is an important foundation for being able to open up and relinquish control – essential processes for giving birth.
It helps to get to know the staff and place in person better before making a decision. In most cases there will be possibilities such as visiting a labour ward as part of an antenatal class or as stand-alone service. Equally you can participate in antenatal classes or consultations at a birth centre or midwife’s practice or you arrange a meeting with your midwife for a first impression.
As a lot of hospitals and midwives are booked out quickly, you should reach a decision early in pregnancy in order to be able to give birth at your preferred place.
Is it Is it necessary/possible for my partner to support me during birth?
In general, it is always possible for your partner to accompany you as support person during birth. Even in case of a planned caesarean section, it is a normal procedure to have your partner with you. To be sure about the details, ask your hospital-of-choice beforehand.
A crucial aspect to consider is that both of you really want it. A partner can be with you while delivering the baby but it is not a must! Both of you should feel comfortable with the decision. If you rather choose another support person – for whatever reason – or if you do not have a partner, it is always possible to bring someone else you trust.
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