Who wants a home birth?

In extreme circumstances help is just an ambulance-ride away at the local hospital. However, says Beverley Beech, such concerns need to be placed in context. ‘The vast majority of births, wherever they take place, proceed without any problems. While it is reassuring to know that your midwife is skilled in dealing with emergencies, the odds are that she will not have to use these skills.’

Home birth may not be for everyone but the option is important for a significant number of women who know that giving birth at home in familiar surroundings, in the company of your loved ones, in your own way and in your own time, can be an experience that enriches and strengthens the whole family.

Useful Links

Home Birth Reference Site
The UK’s most comprehensive home birth site – contains everything you need to know about the subject as well as many women’s birth stories.

AIMS
Long established birth support group. The site contains articles, research and news on all aspects of birth. You can also order AIMS’ popular booklet Choosing a Home Birth here.

Birth Choice UK
A new site dedicated to helping women sort through the pros and cons of different types of birth.