Preparing for a Hospital Delivery

Detriments:

• Mothers are not permitted to eat and drink or give birth in a position comfortable.
• Stress and harsh treatment from hospitals may have lasting consequences on a mother's ability to give birth.
• Hospitals can contain germs not present at home.
• Without insurance coverage, hospital fees can be costly.

Overall, you have plenty of time and options to decide which facility will be included in your birth plan. Balance personal preference and your medical history when choosing a hospital or birthing center delivery.