4. Be Prepared, But Flexible
Pregnancy and childbirth do not come with a guide, and everyone is different. But it is also important to educate yourself about it so that you are not surprised by the most amazing details about it. This way you can also prepare for an emergency and learn to recognize an emergency.
That said, you will also need to be flexible. Everything you read online or hear from friends does not apply to you, your doctor, the hospital, your child, etc. While there are things that should not be overlooked, others are not worth highlighting in the long run.