Childbirth Tips
Good medical care grows out of good communication, experts say. Here are a few questions that expectant mothers should ask their doctors, hospitals or health insurer:
- What are my health risks and how will they affect my delivery?
- What are my doctor's feelings about natural childbirth? About Caesarean sections? About vaginal births after Caesareans?
- What services will my health insurance cover? If I have already delivered a baby by Caesarean section, must I attempt vaginal delivery for another Caesarean to be covered by insurance?
- Are there any limits on having my partner, or other support, with me during labor and delivery?
- If I develop problems during pregnancy or delivery, how will my care be managed?
- How long will I stay in the hospital after a normal birth? What about after a Caesarean?
Source: Washington State Department of Health's Pregnancy and Childbirth Guide to Hospital Charges.
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