Decision Making in Labor: A Visual Guide to Birth Options

Navigating the unpredictable nature of labor can feel overwhelming. When things don’t go exactly to plan, knowing your options is the best way to maintain a sense of agency and calm.

The Labor Decision Map is a visual tool designed to help expectant parents and birth workers understand the common pathways of labor. From natural augmentation techniques to medical induction and delivery options, this flowchart clarifies the "what comes next" so you can make informed choices with your care team.

What’s Inside:

• Clear Pathways: A step-by-step visual of how labor decisions typically unfold.
• Natural vs. Medical: Easy-to-understand breakdowns of induction and augmentation options.
• Evidence-Based Context: Notes on risks and considerations for different birthing histories.
• Empowerment: A tool to help you ask the right questions during the heat of the moment.