Birth plans get a bad reputation and for good reason. You cannot plan a labor and birth. But knowing your preferences before you walk in changes everything. This episode breaks down what birth preferences actually are, the key categories to cover, and how to use them as a tool to feel supported and grounded no matter how your birth unfolds.

In this episode:

• The difference between a birth plan and birth preferences and why it matters
• How to focus on what you want rather than what you don't
• The main categories to cover: labor, pushing and birth, baby preferences, and postpartum care
• Why your husband knowing your preferences is just as important as writing them down
• How to approach birth preferences as an act of stewardship and trust