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Hospital Bag(s) List

This document is a detailed Hospital Bag List for parents preparing for labour and birth. The list is separated into sections for Labour and Recovery, covering items for the Birthing Parent, the Baby, and additional comfort/personal items. It includes practical suggestions for clothing, hygiene, snacks, and important documents like the Birth Preference Sheet.

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Birth Preferences Sheet

This document is a customizable Birth Preference Sheet (often called a birth plan). It is structured as a checklist and write-in form to help parents communicate their wishes regarding induction methods, pain relief options (both pharmacological and non-pharmacological), birthing positions, delivery of the baby and placenta, and immediate newborn care. The sheet emphasizes the right to informed choice during the medical process.

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B.R.A.I.N.S. Resource

This document introduces the B.R.A.I.N.S. acronym tool to guide parents and support persons in medical decision-making during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. The acronym stands for Benefits, Risks, Alternatives, Instincts/Intuition, Nothing/Not Now, and Space. The resource also includes a reflection guide for partners and support persons to prepare for labour together.

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