Using brains to make decisions
It is important to have an open dialogue with your care provider regarding your birth preferences. Hence, presenting you the acronym BRAINS to help you make informed choices/decisions while in a discussion with your doctor;
B stands for BENEFITS | Is the labour and birth procedure suggested by your care provider, ‘satisfactory’? How good/beneficial will it be for you and your baby if you choose to agree to it? |
R stands for RISK | What are the risks associated with the intervention, suggested by your care provider? Meaning- are there any threats to your or your baby’s health, possible side-effects, postpartum discomfort options, etc. |
A stands for ALTERNATIVES | Are there any safer alternatives available? If you are unsure about a certain procedure, ask your care provider if he/she has a plan B or are willing to brainstorm with you to come up with a Plan B |
I stands for IN HOW MUCH TIME | During labour, in how much time will you need to make a choice about an upcoming intervention? Will you have time to decide with your partner and wisely choose options to make informed decisions? |
N stands for NOTHING | Is it possible to do nothing and let things unfold naturally? Under what circumstances can there be no interventions at all? This can be quite comforting to find out! |
S stands for SAFE | Do you feel comfortable & supported with the advice offered by your care provider? Or is he/she not open to discussing the labour and birth process in a way that you would like to approach it? |
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