Scheduled Cesarean Delivery Patient Instructions

Park your car at the LPCH parking lot using the free valet service (see map).
Go directly to Labor & Delivery on the 2^nd floor for check in.
You will be seen by an anesthesiologist and nurse to discuss the plan of care and answer any questions that you may have.
You will have lab work drawn during your visit.
You will receive instructions and supplies at your pre-operative visit on Labor & Delivery for bathing and skin care for the night before cesarean delivery.

DO NOT eat or drink anything (not even water) after midnight (12am).
Follow instructions for bathing and skin care (CHG wipes) that you received at your pre-operative visit on Labor & Delivery.

DO NOT eat or drink anything (not even water).
- Medications may be taken with a small sip of water.
- You may brush your teeth but do not swallow any water.
DO NOT shave your abdomen or your pubic area.

Please allow ample time for traffic and parking so that we can start your surgery on time. Due to our current construction, travel time may take longer than usual.
Park your car at the hospital parking lot using the free valet service (see map).
Go directly to Labor & Delivery on the 2^nd floor for check in.