In addition to making choices about labor and delivery, pregnant women will need to make a number of other plans before going into labor. These include:

• Determining transportation (e.g., personal car, friend’s car, taxi). Those planning on using their own car should keep the gas tank full.
  
  
• Choosing a driver or support person.
  
  
• Determining the best entrance to use at the hospital or birthing facility. Find out if there is a special entrance to use after hours.
  
  
• Researching the hospital or birthing facility’s regular and after hours parking policies. If money is required to park, be sure to have it handy.
  
  
• Completing all required medical and insurance forms.
  
  
• Compiling a list of physicians and contact numbers, including the baby’s chosen pediatrician.
  
  
• Making required arrangements for child and pet care.
  
  
• Having backup arrangements for necessary transportation and care.