Ready ka na ba Mommy? Preparing for Delivery: Birth Plan, Checklist, at Go-Bag
Hi Mommies! 3rd trimester na! Malapit na malapit mo nang makilala si baby, kaya ngayon pa lang, let’s get ready! Isa sa mga best ways para hindi ma-stress sa delivery day is to be prepared. Kasama na diyan ang paggawa ng birth plan, paghahanda ng go-bag, at pag-check ng requirements sa PhilHealth.
Birth Plan: Para Alerto at Aware si Doc
Ang birth plan ay ang guide mo para sa delivery. It's a written guide ng preferences mo during labor and delivery, na susubukan ng mga health professionals gawin hanggang sa makakaya. Pwede mo ilagay dito ang gusto mong:
- Pain relief (e.g., epidural ba or natural methods?)
- Who stays with you sa delivery room
- Breastfeeding right after birth
- Rooming-in or nursery for baby
- Delivery position options (if applicable)
Syempre, hindi ito absolute, pero malaking tulong ito sa doctors and nurses para malaman kung paano ka masusuportahan nang maayos. I-discuss ito ahead of time with your OB
Go-Bag Essentials: Pack Early, Rest Easy
Ang rule of thumb: Ihanda ang bag by 34-36 weeks. Here’s a quick list para sure ka na madadala mo lahat ng kailangan:
Para kay Mommy:
- Birth documents, PhilHealth, and IDs
- Comfortable clothes at nursing bra
- Maternity pads/adult diapers
- Toiletries, towel, socks
- Phone charger
Para kay Baby:
- 2-3 newborn clothes (tie-side shirts, o onesies)
- Diapers, wipes, swaddle o receiving blanket
- Mittens, booties, bonnet
Para kay Daddy/Partner:
- Change of clothes
- Valid ID
- List of hospital contacts and bills info
- Phone at charger
Checklist At Mga Good-To-Knows: Alam Dapat Ni Mommy
✅ PhilHealth requirements
Update your contributions at least 3 months before delivery. Magdala ng PhilHealth Claim Form 1, MDR, at proof of payment.
✅ Maternity leave
Under the law, entitled ka to 105 days paid maternity leave + 15 days kung solo parent ka. May option din for 30 unpaid extension.
✅ Paternity leave
Yes, meron si Daddy! Up to 7 days for first 4 deliveries. Make sure updated din ang SSS/HR records.
✅ Hospital policies
Alamin na agad kung may COVID swab, rooming-in options, or newborn screenings. Iba-iba per hospital kaya it’s best to ask early.
Sa Laban ng Buhay Mommy, Hindi Ka Nag-iisa
Ngayong papalapit na ang due date, mas kailangang buo ang katawan at loob ni Mommy. Dito papasok ang tamang tulong mula sa Bonina® Maternal Milk Supplement.
Ang Bonina ay formulated with:
- Calcium and iron for strength and energy
- Folic acid and protein for baby’s development
- Vitamin C and nucleoshield to support immunity
Kasama mo ang Bonina para siguraduhing Laban-Ready ka sa delivery at sa tamang paglaki ni baby.
Mommies, ang pregnancy, parang rollercoaster ‘yan, pero hindi mo kailangang harapin ito nang mag-isa. With the right prep, support from your partner, OB, and a little help from Bonina, you’ve got this!
