26/11/2025
Have you ever left a prenatal appointment and immediately opened Google in the car park because you weren’t totally sure what your OB or midwife just explained? You’re not the only one. Pregnancy comes with so many moments where you want clarification but you are only just processing the new information, you don’t want to feel annoying, the room feels rushed, or maybe you simply just didn’t know *what* to ask or how to word it.
But the truth is, you get to be part of every decision, and you don’t need a medical degree to advocate for yourself. You just need a few questions that you know you can ask, even if this is your first time learning about something.
Try asking:
• What are the benefits?
• What are the risks?
• What happens if we wait a little?
• Are there other options?
These questions don’t make the room awkward, they simply create space for you to understand what’s happening so you can move forward and make informed decisions.
With a supportive care provider, they will be thrilled you’re taking an active interest in what is best for you and your baby.
(ps- if you do feel awkward, judged, or shamed after asking any of these questions, you might consider finding a care provider who truly wants to partner with you on this journey!) Feel free to DM me for my recommendations of providers local to Hobart.
Always in your corner,
Maddy xx
