My wife is 10 weeks pregnant. We've decided on a home birth because we think that will give us the highest chance of having a natural birth. We also feel a home birth will be much more spiritual and God focused, which we want to make sure Jesus is as the center of it all.
We have found a team with a certified nurse midwife and others that will assist us throughout the pregnancy. We have a nearby hospital familiar with our situation in case a transfer is needed for any reason.
Has anyone else had a home birth? If so, I am curious what your experience was like.
A close friend of mine gave birth at home back in 1985. She had just a midwife at her side. I was there for the birth.
The birth was normal with no complications. Mom and son were snuggled together upright in a livingroom chair within a few hours after, and in their own bed that same night. Son now a full grown man, a professional plumber, with family of his own.