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Understaffed Hospitals May Make Homebirths More Appealing, Say ExpertsDoctors in the UK say that hospital are staffed with enough high-level doctors to care for the full maternity wards. In a report, they say that 1/3 of women can give birth without a doctor going near them.- From Natural to Cesarean to VBAC and Homebirth: A Journey Through Birth StoriesThe physical and emotional rollercoaster through the births of my two daughters, one an emergency c-section birth and one a vaginal homebirth after cesarean, all in the midst of the death of my mom.
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.- Future of Homebirths Uncertain in AustraliaThis article explores the future of homebirthing in Australia in light of new laws relating to indemnity insurance and midwifery.
- Pregnant and Choosing to Have a HomebirthHomebirth is a popular birth option for pregnant women all over the world. It has gained in popularity starting with the 1960s and especially since the 1990s in the U.S.
- Is Homebirth Safe?More and more women are interested in homebirth these days. But is it safe?
- How to Decide If a Homebirth is Right for YouStudies have actually shown that for healthy women with normal pregnancies, homebirth is safer than giving birth in a hospital. Still, homebirth is not right for everyone.
- Home Childbirth Vs. Having a Baby at the HospitalHome childbirth has become a viable option for many mothers with low-risk pregnancies and birth histories. If you are considering a homebirth instead of having a baby at the hospital, here are some of the things that you should consider.
- Homebirth, Waterbirth, and Midwives: Modern Options for Pregnancy and the Birth of Your ChildHaving recently given birth at home with a professional community homebirth midwife, I hope to educate others about the possibility for a great experience that often comes with birthing without any medical interventions.
- The Choice to Have a HomebirthFor many women it is a long path which takes them to choose homebirth as an option. This is how I came to not only homebirth, but UC.
- Unexpectedly Unassisted HomebirthA planned homebirth that ended up as unassisted childbirth. A beautiful, empowering birth.
- Find Out If A Homebirth Is Right For YouA woman births best where she feels safest and most nurtured. This perspective on homebirth will help you assess your own comfort level as you choose a birth setting.
Our Happy Homebirth Ended in a Horrid Hospital VisitAfter an amazing unassisted homebirth, my placenta did not emerge, and so six hours later, we went to the hospital to have it removed.- Women Control Their Child's BirthA respectful relationship between a women and her mid-wife
How You Can Afford a HomebirthHomebirth may be expensive especially if your insurance won't cover it, but there are ways of cutting the costs and raising the money!- Home Birth in AmericaMany of you may not be aware that many American women are now choosing to have their babies at home with a midwife rather than in a hospital. But why this increasing trend?
- Homebirth - Tips from a Mother Doing it for the Second TimeMy point of view as a previous homebirther
Why My Son is Invited to His Sibling's BirthSome feel it is mean to let children witness birth...but I think it would be mean not to let our son witness his sibling's birth! Here's why.
Our Unassisted Homebirth - Mama's Body is Baby's EarthBy taking our cues from the natural world and trusting fully in a woman's ability to give birth, my husband and I birthed our first child unassisted at home on August 14th, 2006.
Coping with a Hospital Birth When You Wanted a HomebirthSometimes a homebirth is out of the question, but that doesn't mean that you can't have a great hospital birth.
Is it Okay to Call Someone when They Are in Labor at Home?Are you having a homebirth or know someone who is?
Your Homebirth and Unassisted Birth PaperworkYou have always heard that when you have a baby at a hospital that you will have to fill out a lot paperwork, well what about if you have the baby at home or unassisted.
Top 10 Funniest & Most Insightful Videos on YoutubeMost of my favorite videos are related to parenting, but some are about religion. I included many of those I find to be most humourous, so if you want a laugh, check this out!
Will My Condition Prevent Me from Birthing at Home?Find out if weight, diabetes, an abnormal uterus, anemia, mental problems, asthma, and other uncommon conditions require hospital attention.
Am I Too Young, Old, or Inexperienced with Birth to Homebirth?Find out the truth about those delivering at a young or old age, birthing a first time baby, or having lucky #7.
Can I Homebirth with Multiples or If a Baby Isn't in Position?You may be able to deliver multiples or breech babies at home depending on the situation.
Can I Have a Homebirth? Common ComplicationsFind out if preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, macrosomia, small pelvis, VBAC, and other complications should prevent you from birthing at home.
When to Birth in or Transfer to a HospitalHomebirth can be an empowering experience for a woman, gentle on the child, and bring a family closer together, but it isn't always possible.
Home Birth is Safer and More Comfortable for InfantsThere is surmounting evidence that homebirth is safer for infants. At home he is protected from unnecessary intervention and painful practices.
10 Reasons to Consider Having a HomebirthMany women consider staying home and having their baby rather then going to the hospital to give birth. Here are ten reasons why:
What Supplies Are Helpful for Your Homebirth?Many items you will need for your homebirth are likely provided by your midwife and others you already have. Here's a list to get you started.
Homebirth Can Make You a Better ParentHomebirth affects many aspects of your parenting long after the birth of your child. Can it make you a better parent? It can indeed...- Homebirth: Is it Safer Than a Hospital Birth?The medical establishment has a vested interest in discouraging homebirth and doing their best to make anyone advocating alternatives to hospital birth seem crazy or even dangerous.
Google Ads Affecting My Readers: Dr. Amy Vs. HomebirthDr. Amy uses Google ads to target people who are interested in homebirth by unethical means. I have gotten several complaints about her actions. More information on her stance and her actions are here, as well as links to other people who have complained.
Free Your Mind. The Language and Mindset of HomebirthThis article explores the different mentality of homebirth supporters. A birth story is presented from two viewpoints, as well as some of the reasoning behind why homebirth supporters believe so strongly in a natural, unhindered birth.
Homebirth: What Supplies Will I Need for a Homebirth?A list of the supplies you will need, including your birth kit, and why you may need them. I've even explained why you would need a straw, which no one ever seems to answer.
Introduction to HomebirthThis is the first of what I hope will be several articles about homebirth. In this article I address the main reason that people don't like to consider homebirth, and I help them confront it. I also outline future potential articles.
Winter's BirthA poem speaks about how the warmth in a winter chill.- The Birthing ProcessFor those on an adoption journey, the wait begins with that first piece of mail to complete the dossier.
- Do You Have a Birth Verse?Find a birth verse to inspire and build you up in your faith in God and His goodness. A birth verse can be a source of encouragement and support.
