mustard
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I have been really set on having a home birth but it is my first baby so gp and midwife aren't that keen (I'm low risk, so far). I've heard that latest research does suggest worse outcomes for first babies with planned home births although no increased risks with home births for second or more babies. The research also confirmed much lower rate of interventions with home births which is the main appeal for me but obviously don't want to put my baby at any risk if I can help it. Risks of things going badly wrong are still tiny less than 1%.
Just wondering if you girls had any thoughts on it or what your midwives have said to you if you have discussed home birth. Mine hasn't discussed it much just said we could talk further when I'm further on in pregnancy.
Just wondering if you girls had any thoughts on it or what your midwives have said to you if you have discussed home birth. Mine hasn't discussed it much just said we could talk further when I'm further on in pregnancy.