Choosing where to deliver your baby

The end of pregnancy cannot come sooner for many women. The initial excitement of carrying a pregnancy starts to wane off towards the last few weeks. Carrying the extra weight causes unending fatigue, and ordinary activities are further limited by more pronounced bodily changes towards the final weeks. And the expectation of finally seeing the long awaited baby adds to the desire of anticipating the end of the pregnancy.

Decisions about where to deliver should be made pretty early. You should do your homework well, and choose a delivery facility that best suits your expectations. Choose to deliver in an easily accessible facility. The onset of labour is unpredictable; being caught out on a lengthy drive in unpredictable traffic patterns is the last thing you want. Be sure alternate modes of transport to the chosen facility are available, including public means if that becomes necessary.