More women in Australia are choosing to give birth at home than ever, and with good reason. Home births take place in comfortable, familiar environments where there is no need to be separated from partners, children, or other loved ones. Women who opt for home births won’t have to interrupt their labour to head to the hospital unless there are complications, and they can be looked after by the same midwife who assisted during the pregnancy and birth. Plus, eliminating a trip to the hospital or birthing centre is a great way to protect the entire family’s health during the global coronavirus crisis.
Having a home birth requires careful planning. This process starts with choosing a home birth midwife who can provide care throughout the antenatal period, the birth, and the seven weeks immediately following birth. The information following will offer all the information expecting couples need to understand their home birthing options and make informed decisions about mothers’ and their babies’ care. |
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