Episode 09: WHAT YOU NEED TO BE THINKING AT 36 WEEKS PREGNANT
So what are the things you need to be thinking about at this time? They include:
- Awareness of good Fetal Movements
- Knowing when to contact your Midwife/Obstetrician or present at Birthing Suite for established Active Labour
- Mucous bloody shows – Waters breaking – Meconium
- Social-emotional aspects of Childbirth
- Postnatal self-care including pregnancy feelings and support networks
- Opportunity to meet the Back-Up Team & reconfirm your Birth Plan
- Student Midwives & Student Doctors
- Skin-to-Skin & first Breastfeed
- Sleeping on your Side
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