Text Your Birth BestieTime for a Q&A!! We’ll talk about many standard hospital practices that are so commonly accepted, that it may seem like they’re required, but they’re not! In this episode, I'll answer:Do I have to get an IV during labor?Is Pitocin after my baby is born required?If my water doesn't break, will my doctor have to break it at the hospital?My provider says I have to deliver in the bed, is this real?What should I wear during labor? Any hospital guidelines to follow?I would love to help you navigate these decisions, give you resources on how to communicate with your provider about these things ahead of time, and teach you tools to be your best advocate during your hospital birth. Join me in my comprehensive online birth course, Hands-Off Hospital Birth: A Complete Guide to an Informed and Autonomous Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum. >>JOIN THE PROGRAM HERE<<Follow me on Instagram @bethconnors_cnmVisit my website: bethconnors.comResources:>> JOIN THE WAITLIST for updates on my newest ‘Your Birth Bestie Pregnancy and Beyond Text Support’ program!>>FREE RESOURCE: Download ‘15 Hidden Hospital Birth Choices Every Pregnant Mom Should Know’ - by clicking here!From your first appointment to your last, know your choices and take control of your experience every step of the way!If you enjoyed listening, it would make my day if you could rate or review the show! Don’t forget to snap a pic of your review and upload it here - I'd love to mail you something special to say thanks!➡️ FREE GUIDE -- 5 Best Pain Coping Tips for Every Stage of Labor 🌸 Connect with BethWebsite - www.familyfocusedmidwifery.comInstagram - @family.focused.midwiferyPinterest - familyfocusedmidwiferyEtsy Shop - Your Birth Bestie 👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Beth, a certified nurse midwife, doula, and childbirth educator. My philosophy is rooted in autonomy, informed decision making, and positive mindset to help expecting parents plan for a beautiful, stress-free birth. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and practical advice, either to guide you through pregnancy or to help you prepare for childbirth, postpartum and beyond. There’s no fluff here - only info that adds to your positive experience and saves you stress and uncertainty.

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