Shannon Manchesi.
Photo Credit: Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital
When Crystal arrived at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance to deliver her third child, she was met with a new approach to childbirth that immediately put her at ease. As the first patient to experience the newly launched TeamBirth program, Crystal noticed a significant shift in how her care team communicated. The shared decision-making model centered around a planning board and regular “huddles” that included her, her support person and the entire care team. These collaborative discussions helped Crystal feel seen and heard, especially after past experiences with postpartum hemorrhage and postpartum depression left her anxious about giving birth again. “I felt like we were all on the same page. They did a good job at explaining what was happening throughout the entire process,” Crystal said. “My transition to the mother-baby unit once Gunner arrived was also smooth.”
“Talking with detail and communicating every step helped decrease her anxiety,” said Shannon Manchesi, the labor and delivery nurse who cared for Crystal. “We want every woman giving birth to feel empowered to participate in decisions made during labor and delivery.” With TeamBirth, Crystal felt in control and supported throughout the process, transforming what could have been a stressful experience into one of comfort and trust.
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