What's my health care provider's role?

Your health care provider is there to help ensure your health and your baby's health during pregnancy and delivery. Your health care provider will also provide educational materials and instructions throughout the course of your pregnancy. Ask questions and share any concerns you may have about your delivery.

With your health care provider's input, use what you learn in your childbirth classes to create a birth plan. Remember that your plan might need to be altered if things change during your labor or delivery, so create a plan with an open mind. No one can predict how labor and delivery will unfold, but together you can design a birth plan that meets your expectations for labor, delivery and postpartum care — and that promotes the best care for you and your baby.