Webinar Information:

07/08/2026 – 07/08/2026

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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Navigating Birth Plans & Patient Expectations Within the Social Media Era

Review common birth plans available to patients, explore strategies for setting realistic expectations during the antepartum period, and discuss practical approaches when patients refuse recommended interventions during labor.

Overview

In today’s social media-driven world, patients often arrive with detailed birth plans and strong expectations shaped by online narratives. This session will help healthcare professionals navigate these dynamics effectively. We’ll review common birth plans available to patients, explore strategies for setting realistic expectations during the antepartum period, and discuss practical approaches when patients refuse recommended interventions during labor. Join us to strengthen communication, foster trust, and ensure safe, patient-centered care in the digital age.

Objectives

At the end of this presentation, participants will be able to:

  • Review birth plans that are available to your patients.
  • Learn about setting expectations for birth during the antepartum period.
  • Discuss strategies that can be used when a patient refuses recommended interventions during labor.

Should I Attend?

This on‑demand webinar is designed for anyone interested in maternal health including Nurse Managers, Clinical Staff, RM, Quality Coord, CNOs, and Office Practice Managers, should attend this webinar.

How to Access This Webinar

This on‑demand webinar will be available in CHER® starting July 8.

To access this webinar:

  • Log in to or sign up for an account on CHER®, our online education portal.
  • Navigate to Webinars > Trust Fund > Trust Fund Webinars page.
  • Explore the Trust Fund webinars dashboard to locate "Navigating Birth Plans and Patient Expectations within the Social Media Era."
  • Select the webinar to begin viewing, and complete the session at your own pace.

Registration is not required; the module will be available to all members.

Continuing Education

Participants will receive 1.0 nursing contact hours from the Hospital Services of Louisiana, Inc. for complete attendance of the program. Hospital Services of Louisiana, Inc is approved by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing – CE Provider #60.

CHSP/CPSO: 1.0 contact hours of continuing education credit toward fulfillment of the requirements of CHSP designation of Certified Healthcare Safety Professional & CPSO designation of Certified Patient Safety Officer.

Accommodations

Please contact LHA Trust Funds if you have a disability that may require special accommodations for this educational opportunity. LHA Trust Funds is committed to ensuring full accessibility for all registrants.