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Home Births: How to Ensure the Safety of You and Your BabyWith the death of Caroline Lovell, the safety of at-home births is being questioned. Caroline died from a cardiac arrest after a home birth of her second child. The question remains, "Just how safe are home births?"
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Home Birth a Good Option for Second-Time MomsA new study out of Oxford gives the OK for more moms to birth at home.
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At Home Births Increase, but Not Without RisksMany of us have heard about the risks of at home births, yet, according to a new report, the number of at home births is on the rise. -
Homebirth Versus Hospital Birth: My ExperienceI tried to have a home birth with the help of a lay midwife, but ended up in a hospital. Why I wouldn't choose a home birth, but would opt for a birthing center. -
Benefits and Dangers of Home BirthingHome birthing is becoming slightly more popular in the United States as time goes on. It's a pretty controversial topic for various reasons. So then, what the the benefits and dangers of a home birth?
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Pros and Cons of Home Birth: An Expectant Mother Should Weigh All RisksThere are many reasons a woman might want to give birth at home, but an expectant mother should also weigh all the risks. -
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Home BirthingOne mother's look at the pros an cons of delivering a baby at home.
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Home Birth Versus Hospital BirthIf you are considering a home birth you need to do your research and know all the facts before making this big decision.
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Is Home Birth the Right Choice, Pros and Cons for Home BirthThere are many pros and cons to home birth but is home birth the right choice for women? There are more pros to home birth than cons. Here are answers to the pros and cons for home birth. -
Home Birth Pros and Cons: Six Things to ConsiderHome birth is increasing in appeal to mothers who want control over the birthing experience. This article covers six pros and cons including the control factor, germs, medication, and choosing who will deliver the baby. -
My Mom Said No to Home BirthChildbirth at home carries a lot of risk even for the uncomplicated pregnancy. -
Is it Better to Give Birth in a Hospital or at Home?The birth of a child is simultaneously both an exciting and stressful time. Whether it be at home or in a hospital, where you give birth can either add to the stress or help minimize it.
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Home Birth Versus Hospital Birth: Which is Safer?Home birthing is a hot topic right now as a new wave of statistics show us that the US has the highest rate of prenatal medical intervention in the world. But what do the studies say about the safety of home birthing? -
Where Should You Give Birth?While having a baby is an exciting time, it is also a time for important decisions. This article describes the pros and cons of having a home birth versus a hospital birth.
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Risks and Benefits to Consider While Choosing to Deliver in a Hospital or at HomeThe debate continues. Because biased statistics and facts are hazy at best, making a decision my be tougher than you think. definitive conclusion to support either side of the home birth debate. -
Hospital, Home, Birthing Center: Where to Give Birth?One decision to be made early in the pregnancy is where to give birth. The choices typically are home birth, hospital or birthing center. -
Home Birth Vs Hospital BirthHome birthing is a popular option for mothers, and its popularity is growing exponentially as home economic situations decline. It is a double edged sword, however, and one I am very careful of when discussing birthing options.
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Mt. Kisco, New York Mom Decides on a Home Birth and Cherishes the ExperienceAfter horrible birthing experience in hospital, local woman has birth at home.
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Unassisted Home Birthing: A Dangerous OptionAn overview of the dangers of unassisted home birthing.
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How to Prepare for a Home Birth: Six Tips You Should KnowSix tips people should know when planning to have a home birth. -
A Home Birth Story: When Things Go WrongA mother of ten tells the story of her homebirth with her sixth child, and the complications that arose and were overcome. -
The Pros and Cons of Water Home BirthingBy giving birth at home you are in an environment that is a lot more relaxing and comfortable for the mom. You can arrange things just the way you like, and be surrounded by your family members.
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Making Pregnancy a Little Easier a Blog at a TimeHow to decide if an at home birth is for you.
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Tips for Safe Home Birth DeliveryMost people can't understand the many benefits of home birth delivery. A pregnant mother, at her home, is free to move around and able to do anything without any formal instructions being dictated by anyone.
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Preparing for an Emergency Home BirthOne of the biggest concerns expecting parents have is not being able to make it to the hospital when the child is ready to be born. Here are some useful tips to help prepare yourself for a possible home birth emergency.
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Sudden Home Birth: What to DoHow to handle an unexpected home birth
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Guide to Assisting an Unexpected Home BirthIf you are faced with an unexpected home birth and medical care is too far away, you should be prepared to deliver the child yourself. This article will explain how to assist an unexpected home birth.
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10 Simple Steps for Emergency Home Birth PreparednessEasy to follow guide for delivering a baby at home in an emergency.
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Preparing for a Emergency Home BirthGetting ready to give birth at home whether intentional or in an emergency.
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Preparing for a Home Birth EmergencyPreparing for a home birth emergency will take plenty of stress away from the mother and father. My number one concern has always been the mother and the baby in any situation. I can not stress that enough.
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Is a Home Birth Right for You?Home birth or hospital birth? How to decide the best option?
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How We Decided on a Home BirthExplains the steps leading up to our decision to have a home birth. -
Story of a Home Birth - Part II: How Our Home Birth WentDescribes a planned midwife-assisted home birth that turned out fine for mom, dad, and baby.
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Unassisted Home Birth: Pros and ConsAre you considering an unassisted home birth? Find out about the pros and cons involved in giving birth at home without the assistance of a healthcare professional. -
All About Home BirthingThis article is about the benefits and risks of home birthing.
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Journey to a Home Birth: Week 25I have decided to chronicle my journey to a home birth here on AC through a pregnancy journal.
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Why I Am Choosing Home BirthWhy am I choosing a home birth? In a nutshell, I was very disappointed with both of my hospital birth experiences. -
What is a Mid-Wife and Why Should I Have a Homebirth?Part 2 to an overview of mid-wives and homebirth
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Things to Consider Regarding Home BirthIt is also important that you make sure someone is there to watch and care for your child while you are giving birth.
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Home Birth and Unassisted Birth are Nothing NewOn the surface it seems that the growing trend towards home births and unassisted birth is something to feel shocked about, but our foremothers might have begged a differ.
