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Home birth is rapidly becoming a more popular birthing option in the U.S., but it is often misunderstood. These lesser-known facts shed some light on the practice.

ome Birth vs. Birthing Center vs. Hospital: What’s the Real Cost of Childbirth? There are big differences between giving birth at a hospital and at a birth center, and the average cost of childbirth can vary greatly. Check out these great tips for new parents. #CentSai #childbirth #Parenting #frugaltips

It's important to be active during childbirth. Change positions every 20 minutes, even if it's a small shift from one side to the other. These movements help the baby shift and descend into and through the birth canal, and they can even help give the laboring mother comfort during labor. I found this great blog post on At Your Cervix (written by a Labor & Delivery Nurse): Getting in position -- making changes to shake, rattle and roll "Up. Move. Lean forward. Lie on your far left or right…

Essentials that I found helpful during my home birth. All medical items were provided by my midwife including the birthing pool and hose. I also had a hospital bag prepared in the event I went to the hospital. #homebirth #natural #motherhood #motherhoodunplugged #empowered #empowerment

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Everything you need to know about home birth preparation. I've had 5 home births (currently planning my 6th) and these are the things you need to do and have to be prepared for your home birth. #HomeBirthSupplies #HomeBirthPreparation #HomeBirth #BornAtHome #HomeBirthTips #HomeBirthSpace

E N V I R O N M E N T Would you look at this beautiful birth space? Even if you aren’t planning a home birth, you will spend the majority of your labour at home!! Have you considered having a little birth room to help you harness all those lovely birthy hormones?! What would you have in your birth space? Repost @westonhomebirth #homebirth #birth #supportgroup #firsttrimeater #secondtrimester #thirdtrimester

Beautiful birth space ✨

My first experience with a home birth was absolutely wonderful; and as long as this pregnancy (and any other future ones) remains low-risk, I hope to always give birth at home. Here’s why I love home birth!

These are so moving.

pt. 5 and simply the best part 🥲✨ i was in the pool for almost exactly an hour. it definitely didn’t feel like that. i thought i was in there for like 15 minutes. as soon as i got into the pool though i just started laughing and giggling, it felt SO good. the relief was immediate; i can definitely see how it can slow some peoples labor down. the biggest difference between this birth and sadie’s was that i was fully present and in the moment for this entire birth. sadie’s was a pain-free…

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"I projected so many insecurities onto an experience that was truly one of the most powerful, magical moments of my life," writes Bekah Martinez

Are you currently expecting and dreaming of a natural birth? Wondering what all you should be doing to prepare your body for labor? Women that have natural births typically have shorter labors, higher rates of breastfeeding success, and a quicker postpartum recovery. Not to mention, there's less stress on your baby and the fact that natural birth