Homebirth Services
For most of human history, babies were born at home. Surrounded by family and cradled in the comfort of familiar surroundings, childbirth was a natural part of life—not a medical condition. It wasn’t until the last century that birth moved into hospitals, often bringing with it bright lights, unfamiliar routines, and a cascade of interventions. Read on for more information - or if you prefer to speak directly to a midwife, contact us here:
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Today, more and more women are reclaiming their birth stories by returning home.
Why Choose Homebirth
Every woman’s reason is a little different, but again and again, we hear these five motivations from the women we serve:
1. Autonomy. Homebirth allows you to be in charge. You decide who is present, how you move, when you eat, and what your experience looks like.
2. Trust in the body. Many mamas simply know that birth doesn’t have to be feared. They trust that their body and baby know what to do—and they want a provider who shares that belief.
3. A gentler beginning. Homebirth offers a softer start to life for your baby. There are no fluorescent lights, beeping machines, or strangers in masks—just the sweet sounds of your own space.
4. Avoiding unnecessary interventions. Hospital births often include routine procedures that may not be needed. At home, you get evidence-based care tailored to you.
5. Staying with baby. After a homebirth, there’s no nursery, no separation—just golden-hour snuggles and uninterrupted bonding, right where you already feel the safest.
Now please understand: We are not anti-hospital. When emergencies arise, modern medicine saves lives. But for low-risk pregnancies (approximately 85% of the total), planned homebirth with a licensed provider can offer extraordinary advantages.
Comfort. You’re in your own bed. Your own living room. The familiarity of your own home. That matters.
Freedom of movement. No monitors tethering you down. Walk, sway, squat—whatever your body wants.
Familiar faces. You're surrounded only by the people you invite.
Low intervention. With skilled monitoring and natural support techniques, most births unfold without medication or surgery.
One-on-one care. You’ll never be “just another patient.” Your midwife is focused solely on you.
Why Homebirth with The Midwives is Different
Not all midwifery care is created equal. At The Midwives, we bring more than 25 years of combined experience, hundreds of satisfied families, and an unwavering commitment to informed, empowered care.
Our midwives are licensed professionals who bring both skill and heart to every birth. When you invite us into your home, you can expect:
Evidence-based practices. We don’t follow hospital routines—we follow best practices that truly support birthing women.
Empowerment. This is your birth, not a procedure to be managed.
Immediate bonding. No waiting for your baby. Skin-to-skin starts instantly and lasts as long as you like.
Continuity of care. Your prenatal, birth, and postpartum team are the same people—no handoffs, no confusion.
Deep listening. We get to know you. Your story, your hopes, your fears, your questions.
Safety first. We bring medical-grade tools, emergency supplies, and deep experience to every homebirth—because safety matters.
Unhurried labor support. We arrive when you need us and stay until everyone is tucked in and glowing.
Personalized postpartum care. We check on you at home in the days and weeks after birth to ensure recovery and adjustment are going smoothly.
When you birth with us, you’re not a patient. You’re our sole focus, a member of our family, and we’re here to support every step of your journey.
Is Homebirth Right for You?
Homebirth isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay. Our job is to help you understand your options, weigh the pros and cons, and choose the setting that best honors your needs.
You may be a good candidate for homebirth if:
1. You’re having a healthy, low-risk pregnancy
2. You want to avoid unnecessary medications or interventions
3. You feel more comfortable at home than in a hospital setting
4. You value personal connection and continuous support
5. You want your birth to be personalized and unique, not clinical
We’re here to answer your questions and help you figure it out—without pressure, without agenda.
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