This is for the planner, type A, goal setting woman. I know you are in goal setting mode for 2024 but have you ever thought of using your goal setting method for planning your birth? How to take your larger goal of “I want an unmedicated birth” and make it more specific, then backwards plan to figure out what you can do today to help you reach your birth goal.

Summary

Step 1: Set your big birth goal and be specific

 For example, unmedicated birth is not enough. Instead add in some measurable parameters. An unmedicated birth with no Pitocin, no epidural, and less than 6 hours at the hospital.

Step 2: Look at your goal and list 3-5 smaller goals you NEED to reach your goal

To have a birth like that you’ll need to know all your unmedicated options, find the right provider, advocate for your options and stay home as long as possible.

Step 3: Now work backwards from each smaller goal, list out every step it will take to get there AND how you’ll do it

Actually add these steps into your calendar and routine. The earlier you start the more prepared you will be, birth prep is not something you want to put off until 36 weeks pregnant.

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⁠Ambitious Birth Worker⁠⁠

Get the questions for your provider & intervention research checklist in the ⁠⁠freebie library⁠⁠

⁠⁠NORA⁠⁠

A faux-unmedicated birth, ⁠⁠feeling empowered vs being empowered⁠⁠

Next steps…

Have questions?

Birth Options Workshop: Get clarity on your next step, whether that is choosing a provider, deciding on a birth place or where to start with birth education. ⁠⁠RSVP now.⁠⁠

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Birth Prep Class: This 30 minute class will teach you what you can do now to help prepare your mind and body for an unmedicated birth. ⁠⁠It’s FREE⁠⁠ 

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Unmedicated Academy: The signature program for moms who want to be the boss of their unmedicated birth and be educated, informed and empowered. We will chat each week and you’ll be blown away by how much support is inside.⁠⁠ Join the empowered mom club⁠⁠

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