Sharing the responsibility and preparing for the birth of a baby can be an

 exciting and immensely rewarding 

for the birth partner.

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Partner support is incredibly important to a birthing mother, be that with a
co-parent, close family member or friend. Having someone she trust’s close by to
share the milestones, worries , concerns and birth preparation.

 

 

 

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In my birth preparation class we discuss the role of a birth partner, with lots of tips for a hospital or home birth. This includes evidence based research for pain management for you to consider your options in advance. Understanding obstetric care can help you, the partner, prepare to be an advocate during labour and immediately afterwards.

Birth is unique with multiple variables, knowing some of the possibilities that may arise will help you both discuss beforehand  so you can make informed choices in the moment. 

In my class we dive into supporting your partner two fold, physically and
emotionally.Very often in class I see mothers visibly relieved as the birth partner begins to  become engaged and ask questions. Taking the responsibility off her shoulders,  sharing the experience, being  positive and curious.

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We also discuss the practical aspects of getting to the hospital, timings, bags, snacks, clothing, and communicating with care providers. Preparation for a home birth.

Above all I want partners to understand that birth support is not prescriptive. I
encourage mum’s to move intuitively and birth partners to be flexible in this fluid situation totally present , intune and in the zone with her .
Below is one of the birth partners who attended my classes.