🏠 Celebrating International Homebirth Day – June 6! 🏠
I am so thankful that families have multiple safe options for their birth location in Iowa. Homebirth can be a safe and empowering option for families with low-risk, healthy pregnancies! In Iowa, both Certified Professional Midwives (CPMs) and Certified Nurse Midwives (CNMs) are legally recognized to attend births, ensuring families have access to skilled, professional care in the comfort of their own homes.
Studies show that planned homebirths with qualified midwives result in fewer maternal interventions while maintaining positive outcomes. It’s important to interview different midwives/midwifery groups to find the right fit for your family. Read more: https://health.oregonstate.edu/news-and-stories/2024-11/low-risk-pregnancies-planned-home-births-just-safe-birth-center-births
Our team at The Iowa Baby Ladies loves supporting births in both hospitals and homes, and we are always happy to chat about our experiences with both options.
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