Supporting your partner during labour and birth can be a rewarding and bonding experience for both of you. Use the Personalised Birth Preferences plan in the app to help you think about both of your needs and choices for labour and birth.Staying well-hydrated and nourished during the labour will help you to stay alert, so come prepared with non-perishable snacks and drinks. It is also okay to take a break occasionally, especially if labour is long. Chat about this with your partner before labour so everyone’s expectations can be met.If you have helped to pack the hospital bag, you will know where to find a hat and nappy for your newborn baby, as these are the first things the midwife will ask you for.Depending on hospital policy it may be possible to have more than one birth partner during labour. It is wise to check with your midwife ahead of time.
Supporting your partner during labour and birth can be a rewarding and bonding experience for both of you. Use the Personalised Birth Preferences plan in the app to help you think about both of your needs and choices for labour and birth.
Staying well-hydrated and nourished during the labour will help you to stay alert, so come prepared with non-perishable snacks and drinks. It is also okay to take a break occasionally, especially if labour is long. Chat about this with your partner before labour so everyone’s expectations can be met.
If you have helped to pack the hospital bag, you will know where to find a hat and nappy for your newborn baby, as these are the first things the midwife will ask you for.
Depending on hospital policy it may be possible to have more than one birth partner during labour. It is wise to check with your midwife ahead of time.
