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Did anyone give birth at home?

Were you happy you did? Was your family for or against it?
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My MIL had a homebirth vbac and seems very happy she did it that way. I wouldn't be brave enough to do it myself. I want a dr available if something goes wrong. I think I would love it if I wouldn't be stressed and paranoid the whole time though. Lol

I had a home birth and wouldn’t change it for the world! Birthing puts you in such a primal state that there’s nothing quite like being in the comfort of your own home. Your cave, your smells, your clothes, your bed. Believe in your body and your power to make and birth a human! I had a CNM which was nice knowing she had so much experience and more medical background if need be. We also had a doula for support. If you’re surround by a great team who supports you, you can do anything! I remember really appreciating that when they were done taking care of me post birth they stood me up, pulled off the cheap birth sheets and plastic the. laid me down on my nice clean flannel sheets and the journey started. No crazy drive home with a newborn in the car for the first time.

I tried. Ended up transferring for a c section. I wish I had been able to do it. My husband took a little convincing but by midway through pregnancy was very supportive

I had one. It was amazing. My family was totally against it but respected my decision. I'd absolutely do it again!

We had our 1st in hospital and 2nd at home, both all natural and with a midwife. My 2nd we had originally planned to go to hospital but once I started labour I just didn't feel like getting in the car to drive so we put a shower curtain and old sheets on the bed/floor and told the midwife the new plan. No one ever really gave us their 2 cents because by the time we had the baby at home it was already done. I would say there is nothing better than doing it at home. It was a beautiful, loving, intimate way to welcome the next member of our family into the world. My son was happy to be in the comfort of our home and was in the next room watching Moana so Dad could check in on him which made things easier for him. Also it was so nice to snuggle as a family when the baby was born. Lots of things were really comforting like snuggling my cats, being able to use my own bathroom but mostly laying down in my own bed and staying there for 3 days after birth was the BEST way for me and baby to adjust and recover.

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Ontario, Canada.

Where do you live where a midwife that was originally going to deliver you in the hospital was able to deliver you at home last minute? Or did the midwife not come to the birth?

I had a home birth, but I had zero pictures taken. I was 19 years old; scared, nervous, young, and I didn’t realize how important the pictures would be then. I regret that part, but no other part of the home birth experience. It was pretty amazing!

I had a home birth. The only thing I would change/suggest is to have lots of help. People to help clean, cook, a doula to help at night so you can get sleep. The hospital helps out after you deliver, and at home, I had almost no support. It was a beautiful experience. I highly recommend.

Yep! My third boy was born at home. Best decision I’ve ever made. Was such a comfortable happy experience (obviously minus the pain part!) with a lot less stress.

Stand alone birth center. Simply amazing

I'd planned to go all natural, but as a NICU nurse I've seen too many things go wrong, that at home wasn't for me. I had a healthy pregnancy and a birthing plan which included laboring at home for as long as possible. However, long story short, I had strong contractions every 1-3 min for over 22 hours and wouldn't dialate. My baby's heart rate started dropping and we tried for a few hours, with both medicine and position changing, to control her heart rate. However, nothing worked and I ended up having to get a C-section, (which are overly done in the U.S. but in this case was needed.) During it I bled out on the table because my uterus was overworked from the contractions and I had to have a balloon in it to stop the bleeding. Yet, my baby was healthy! So my suggestion is, if you plan a home birth also be adaptable and ready to go to the hospital if needed. My birthing plan didn't workout but idk if my baby and I would be alive without the hospital. So I feel blessed and thankful for it!

I tried with my first but transferred into hospital after 13hours of labour and no progression. It took me a long time to not feel like I failed but I am super happy I got to labour at home with a wonderful private midwife who had my back in hospital too xx

Yes I had both my children at home. My family was supportive, but I encountered plenty of people who felt it wasn’t safe. My midwives were able to provide all the medical help we needed though, and we were very happy with our experience.

I did and loved it. Have my hands full now so I cannot make this long but later we can talk if you like. I’ve had both experiences (hospital & planned home birth) and by far home birth was the best.

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I loved having my husband and oldest there as support. I didn’t need anyone else. Had the baby in less than 2 hours. I was calm and got to spend every second with my baby after the birth. She was never taken from us. The bonding experience was extraordinary, I never felt anything like it. It was an amazing experience. I was able to walk when I wanted and let my body progress naturally and how it wanted. I followed my instincts and just let go. It made the process less painful than being stuck in a hospital bed. I felt free and and no stress at all. I was able to nurse in peace and sleep quickly after without having nurses coming in and out every few minutes getting the trash, checking on other people etc. It was more personal and pro-family. My daughter cut the cord as my husband did not want to. The 4 of us spent hours with the baby before the newborn checkup which was amazing. We were part of the checkup and they cleaned everything afterwards. We just rested.

I had a home birth for my last after two hospital births. Best experience by far was at home and regret not even looking into it with my seconds unmedicated birth. I got mixed reviews but I really didn’t tell many because I didn’t want their input, judgement or influence.

Home birth with my first. Amazing experience, best day of my life.

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Oh and I didn’t really tell many people. Private decision I think for Mumma and partner x

Agreed! Many people make inappropriate comments or worry/ stress you out. If keeping it a secret makes you insane then don’t but for me, I wish I never told my mom. Her judgement never ceased and her comments were terrible.

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My last of 4 was born at home and I would go back and have my others at hone if I could. At 12lbs he was my largest baby and I was up and in my own shower within the hour after having him. I recommend reading Ina May's Guide to Childbirth to give you some inspiration.

I had a hospital birth with my first and a home birth with my second this February and it was amazing. Very peaceful and I didnt feel like I had to rush like the first time. My family was a little skeptical at first and then they were fine with it. My mom was very nervous when i went into labor though but she came to trust my midwives and accepted that they knew what to do if something went wrong. It was especially great to just be able to stay in bed after

I had a hospital birth cause birth for me would be even more dangerous and I was having problems (1st birth) and my baby was having problems too and for our second (if we have one) we are going to have a hospital birth since it’s going to be even more dangerous for me to give birth a second time

I had my baby at home in a birthing pool, I went through One to One so had two midwives with me. I haven’t had a hospital birth experience to compare but I would definitely recommend homebirth, I ended up in hospital after due to a 3rd degree tear and the hospital atmosphere confirmed home was the right choice for delivery. A lot of family and friends were not overly supportive in my choice and felt they had right to tell me I was picking a dangerous option for myself and my baby however I think a few (especially my Mum - who was there for the birth, and my Dad) have a completely changed view now! If home birth has even crossed your mind discuss it with your midwife or do some research, you might decide to just go for it! 🙂

I did! It was an amazing experience and I would do it again

We had an unassisted home birth. So glad we did. Will be doing the same next time. I didn’t speak to people about it much as honestly I got sick of talking to anyone about the pregnancy/birth/baby as everyone has varying opinions an it can be exhausting trying to sift through everyone’s different fears and expectations. Best wishes I hope you have a lovely birth experience whatever happens x

Meeee!!! Twice, for me, it was amazing! 💜💜

I went into labor super fast so i gave birth my daughter by myself lol

Me! ❤️❤️ I was so blessed to be able to do so ❤️❤️ I loved it so much and wouldn't do it anywhere else and will do it again if it is possible

I had my first in a birth center out of hospital with my midwife, it was very private and I loved it. My second was supposed to be a home birth but I lived 2 hrs away from my midwife and the night I went into labor she had another momma go into labor too so I ended up having to drive over and meet her at the birth center again. Even tho it was completely not what I was expecting it ended up being just as wonderful an experience as my first. If we have a third baby I will do everything possible to have a home birth! My husband was completely supportive of having out of hospital births and his family was supportive but my mom is in the medical field and was very nervous about it with my first, less with my second.

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Just ignore them so best you can! You can do this, trust your body ❤

I’m due to have baby at home :) lots of family/negative opinions.. if I’d have known I wouldn’t have told anyone!

I wanted to SO badly! But the state of Alabama won’t allow you to have a midwife. At least they didn’t when I tried to get one last year. 😢

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I don’t blame you!

I gave birth to my oldest daughter in our van! 😂 It was accidental, but we were both okay. A very exciting entry to the world, and she’s remained just as dramatic to this day.

I’m planning to have a home birth! The hospital experience just doesn’t sound like one I want (unless necessary of course).

I didn’t but I’d really love to for my next birth if I have another!

Water birth in my kitchen! ☺️☺️

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Yep. I had a home birth in June. Baby came 2 days early (during the unbearable heatwave!) Wanted a natural birth as possible and it was an amazing experience. The home birth team are amazing (Leicester UK) ❤️ my partner and I wanted a home birth as I don’t really like hospitals and can get quite anxious.

I had an unplanned home birth and LOVED it!

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Haha yep i delivered my baby girl on our bed lol

I’ve had 3 homebirths!

If I waited another hour I would’ve had mine at home 😂 I had a midwife though and she let me move, eat, her in and out of the tub and birth the way I wanted to. I do plan on having a home birth with a private midwife with my next though

I had both of my babies at home 💜

I did the hospital for my son but next time I’m thinking of doing a home birth. I wasn’t crazy about delivering in the hospital. It was very overwhelming for my partner and I.

We had both kids at home. Water birth. It was amazing and I wouldn't change a thing.

I’m a Birth Doula and I have to say that homebirths and natural births are always the most sentimental and beautiful... Everyone is smiling. It’s so peaceful!

I know before I even started considering pregnancy I wanted a home birth. We hired a midwife, had at home pre and post natal care. I delivered a beautiful baby in a pool in our living room - my husband caught baby and surprise! we had a boy! I hope to have all my babies at home. Best decision and experience ever.

I had my last at home!

Yeah, my first was born in the hospital, second at home in the water. I wouldn’t go back to the hospital unless it was medically necessary! I loved laboring and birthing in the comfort of my own home. Most of my family was skeptical of the home birth, but many were just curious as they didn’t know anyone who had done it before.

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Plus you get to recover in your own bed!!

I’m glad I did the hospital a couple times my baby’s heart rate dropped really low and they had multiple doctors and nurses in the room in seconds to help get it back up. Also not trying to scare you but a friend of mine just had a home birth and had to have the ambulance called because baby wasn’t breathing when she came out. Thankfully they got her to the hospital and they have been in the Nicu for a few days. I personally needed the reassurance if anything happened that help was only seconds away.

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My youngest wasn't breathing when he came out. My nurse-midwife began full resuscitation on him and a few minutes later he was breathing and had pinked up. He's now nearly a year old and absolutely perfect.

I had a home birth 🥰! Definitely everything I wanted, looking back I can see I was much more supported than I realized for months afterwards by my midwife , pediatrician and psychiatrist.

I had a home birth with my first and a hospital birth with my second. I loved my home birth but I honestly enjoyed my hospital birth more because the epidural helped me save my strength for pushing. With my first, I was so tired they literally had to fold me on the bed to help me push because I was just so tired. It really is a to each their own though. They are both great options. Just make sure that you're a good candidate for a home birth.

I did!! best experience. my dad was against it, my mom was resistent to the idea, my oldest sister tried to convince my mom to bring me to the hospital. I had my son on my and my husband's bed in our bedroom in his grandmother's home (where my husband grew up partially)

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I got to be naked the whole time and labored in my own time. didn't feel pressure from doctors or nurses to take meds I didn't want to speed the process up or take away the "pain". I got to smoke cannabis and be in the comfort of my home

Omg.. this sounds like exactly what I was hoping for... no one was in support of me having a home birth though so I wasn’t able to hire a midwife. Did you just do it alone? I really I think being able to use cannabis as part of the birth experience would be amazing. Could you maybe message me and tell me how it was??

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I gave birth in our bath tub with only my fiancé and my mom there to deliver the baby. It was so amazing, so magical, and I would not change anything. I went to the hospital afterward (paperwork is a pain if you don’t go to the hospital or have a midwife). I wanted the baby weighed and everything to be documented. As soon as we got into the hospital, my fiancé was horrified with how they were treating the baby and me. It was terrible. I couldn’t wait to get out of there. I wouldn’t have a baby in the hospital at all unless there were serious complications. Just remember you can do it, mama!! You are strong and brave and you were made to have this baby.

Yup I did, it was amazing. I can barely remember any pain.

I did and I wouldn't change a thing! My family supported it because my mom had 2 of 3 kids in a birthing center and my sister plans to do either a homebirth or birth center.

My last 3 of 4 babies were home births. My last baby ended up being an unplanned homebirth as she came very fast and my midwife was 15 minutes late. I had even birthed the placenta. I would t change my experiences for anything.

I had a home water birth with my (only) daughter! It was hard, but awesome. If I had been in a hospital I have no doubt I would have ended up with a c-section that I didn't want. Instead I got amazing care from my midwife, steadfast support from my husband, got to pick my daughter up or of the pool, and had uninterrupted contact with her. I credit this for our almost emediate success with breastfeeding.

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