Who Can Be at the Hospital
You remain in control of these decisions, and your preferences are respected throughout the process.
When it’s time to deliver, one of the most common questions is who will be present at the hospital. Your hospital plan helps outline who you would like involved during labor, delivery, and after the baby is born.
Your Preferences Matter
A hospital plan is designed to help communicate your preferences to the medical staff and everyone involved in the adoption process.
This plan may include who you would like present during labor, who can visit after delivery, and how time with the baby will be handled.
Some mothers prefer a quiet and private experience, while others choose to include certain people for support. There is no single right way — the plan is based on what feels most comfortable for you.
Your adoption team will help coordinate these details with the hospital staff so your wishes are clearly understood.
People Who May Be Involved
Every hospital experience is different, and the people involved depend on your preferences and the hospital’s policies. Your hospital plan helps everyone understand who will be present and how you would like the experience to unfold.
Medical Staff
Doctors, nurses, and hospital staff focus on your health and your baby’s health. They provide medical care during labor and delivery and help ensure that your hospital plan is followed as closely as possible.
Your Support
Many women choose to have a trusted support person(s) with them during labor. This might be a friend, family member, or someone who helps you feel safe and supported during the experience.
Your Adoption Support Team
Our role is to support you in whatever way feels comfortable — whether that means helping communicate your wishes, bringing you something you need, sitting with you, or simply being there during an emotional moment.
You Decide What Feels Right
Your hospital plan is flexible and can be adjusted if your preferences change. What matters most is that you feel respected, informed, and supported during this important moment.
Your care team will work with you to make sure your wishes are understood and honored whenever possible.