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While, in my experience, many, if not most, homebirth moms, do not get into bed until after the baby is born, it is still a great idea to have the bed made once labor begins so you are able to rest if you want to and not worry about the mattress’ safety if your membranes rupture.
Below, I outline the easy way to prepare your bed so it remains clean and body fluid free. Besides saving the mattress, practical reasons for having a birth bed made will also make things easier after your baby is born.