What to Know About Your Hospital Before a C-Section or High-Risk Birth

Jen and Bethany break down what expectant parents need to know when choosing a hospital for childbirth. They explain the different levels of maternal care (Level I–IV) and why it matters for your delivery. Topics include the availability of obstetric anesthesiologists, Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM) specialists, blood banks, and NICU levels, all key factors that can impact both routine and high-risk births.
They also offer practical tips for navigating hospital policies, such as how to ask about private rooms, nursery options, and what to do if your chosen hospital doesn’t have higher-level care on-site. Whether you're planning a vaginal birth or a c-section, this episode will help you ask the right questions, advocate for yourself, and feel confident about where you deliver.

Chapters:
00:00 INTRO
05:27 Choosing Hospitals: Experience vs. Resources
08:17 Personalized Patient Care Innovations
10:32 Understanding Hospital Level Classifications
15:37 Imaging Levels in Hospitals
17:08 Choosing OB with MFM Connection
22:33 "Ensuring Blood Compatibility for Birth"
23:58 "Plan C Section Preparation"
28:13 Hospital Prep for Heart/Trauma Surgery
29:48 VBAC and Accreta: Preparation Strategy
34:39 Private Hospital Rooms Assurance
35:47 Hospital Stay Accommodation Planning
38:56 Cooling Spritz for Pregnancy Relief

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