Prepare for Birth
with Calm &
Confidence ♡
When you understand what to expect and feel supported, you can make choices that feel right for you. Birth may not always go exactly to plan, but preparation can help you feel more informed and confident.
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What is Birth Preparation?
Preparing for birth helps you feel more informed, supported and ready for the big day.
Learn
Understand labour, birth options and what you may expect.
Plan
Think about your birth preferences and the support you want.
Practice
Explore techniques that may support you during labour.
Prepare
Get practical essentials ready for you and baby.
Connect
Build a support team you trust and feel comfortable with.
Feel Confident
Go into birth feeling informed, supported and prepared.
The Stages of Labour
Labour can look different for every woman. This is a simple general overview.
Early labour
Early Labour
Contractions may begin and your cervix starts to soften, thin and open.
Active labour
Active Labour
Contractions usually become stronger, longer and closer together.
Transition
Transition
This is often the most intense part of the first stage of labour.
Birth
Pushing & Birth
Your healthcare team will guide you as your baby moves down and is born.
Practical Ways to Prepare
Simple things you can do now to help yourself feel more prepared for labour and birth.
Breathing Techniques
Practise slow breathing to help you stay focused and relaxed.
Movement & Positions
Learn comfortable positions and ways to stay mobile.
Relaxation Methods
Try music, visualisation or other relaxation techniques.
Partner Involvement
Your partner can learn how to provide practical support.
Hospital Bag Ready
Pack early so your essentials are ready when you need them.
Birth Preferences
Write down preferences you may want to discuss with your care team.
Your Birth Support Options
Consider what environment and support may help you feel safest and most comfortable.
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Hospital Birth
Giving birth in a hospital maternity unit.
Calm home environment
Home Birth
Planned birth at home with appropriate professional support.
Birthing pool
Water Birth
Labouring or giving birth in a birthing pool where available.
Mum with birth support person
Doula Support
Non-medical emotional and practical support during birth.
Pregnant couple
Partner Support
Your partner or chosen support person can play an important role.
Birth Preparation Checklist
Use this as a simple guide to help you feel more prepared.
Important Documents
Pack for Hospital
Prepare early, but stay flexible.
Birth can be unpredictable. Having preferences and preparing ahead can help, but your wellbeing and baby's wellbeing come first.
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You can prepare for this. One breath, one contraction, one moment at a time. ♡
You don't need to know exactly how your birth will unfold. Learn what you can, ask questions, prepare your support system and give yourself permission to adapt when needed.
Bump to One provides general educational information only and does not replace advice from your doctor, midwife or other qualified healthcare professional. Birth options and recommendations may differ depending on your pregnancy, medical needs and maternity provider.