The international cesarean rate is skyrocketing. Women are being coerced into surgery they don't want - and they don't need. Is there any way to protect yourself from this silent assault? Consider a home birth.
Your baby to comes into the world surrounded by those you want there: in peace, in reverence, in joy, in laughter, with tears of elation - however you want.
It gives control of your baby's birth back to you. You feel a sense of euphoria that can hardly be matched. Your birth experience is just that - yours.
Home birth is safe. Study after study has proven it's just as safe as and possibly safer than a hospital birth for well-prepared, low-risk women. The research is clear.
I want to be clear: a good childbirth experience, even at home, doesn't happen by accident or "luck". Click here to find out how to prepare for a confident childbirth experience.
Homebirth gives you control over your birth - and it's your right to be in control. You labor how you want to, in the places you want to, and in the positions you want to. You give birth to your baby in the position you want to. You're not forced into unatural pushing, and you don't have to worry about them screaming at you to "keep pushing!"
Homebirth is also a gentle choice for you and your baby. You're treated with respect. There's little focus on a clock and no focus on harsh instruments to hurry your baby along. Your body is supported and your baby is born gently.
More Reasons to Choose Home Birth
You may find resistance to your choice to homebirth at first, but talking to your partner can help all involved see the benefits to you, your baby, and your family.
Eat an excellent pregnancy diet; sound nutrition is the cornerstone of your healthy pregnancy. It keeps you happy and vibrant, and helps you have a strong, healthy baby. It's important if you're planning to birth at home or hospital, attended or unassited.
The Pink Kit will give you the confidence and skills you need to have a great labor and birth. It is my top choice for childbirth education.
Prepare your home and gather all the birth supplies that you need as your due date approaches. Consider preparing food for the freezer and snacks to have on hand during labor. You may also want to have Laborade on hand to give you quick energy during your labor and birth.
You'll need to make arrangements for older children and be sure everyone you have invited to the birth knows what is expected of them. Once you have everything together, it's countdown until the big day!
It can be hard work, but when your baby unfolds in your arms and peeks around into his or her very own home your joy will be unmatched. You'll have your precious child in your arms, you and your little one will be fully awake and aware, and you'll both be ready for the amazing days ahead.
Be sure to enjoy the home birth stories moms have shared on NBBC!
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