If you want to give birth at home, you will need to find someone to attend your birth. In most cases, a midwife attends home births. There are various types of midwives: Certified Nurse Midwives, Direct Entry Midwives and Certified Professional Midwives. There can be significant differences in both training and experience among these professionals. Make an appointment to talk to a few midwives. You can get a referral from a friend, or online through the American College of Nurse Midwives or Midwives Alliance of North America. Once you have found a few that offer home births in your area, … Continue reading →