Birth attendant

Imagine you are going to have a baby, and you need someone really special there to help make everything go smoothly. That's what a birth attendant is! The birth attendant is someone who helps the mom before, during, and after the baby is born.

During pregnancy, the birth attendant might talk to the mom about what she can expect during labor and answer any questions she might have. They might also help her make a birth plan - this is a plan that says what the mom wants to happen during labor, like who she wants to be there and how she wants to give birth.

When it's time for the baby to come, the birth attendant is there to help. They might give the mom massages and help her find comfortable positions to labor in. They will also help her breathe through contractions and stay calm.

Once the baby is born, the birth attendant will help make sure both the mom and baby are healthy and happy. They might help with breastfeeding and make sure the mom is comfortable.

Overall, a birth attendant is like a really special helper who is there to make sure the mom has the best possible birth experience!