I’m not quiet sure the title is appropriate as we haven’t experienced it yet - But I have gotten a few questions from friends and family that I thought I would address while waiting for Luke to make his grand appearance!
First off is a question that, although I have not gotten a lot, I know its on many peoples mind:
“Why a Home Birth?”
Hmmm, I usually stumble through some answers about it being safe, and having quick labor and deliveries, cheaper than a hospital etc… But I really found it hard to put into words the EXACT reason why I wanted a home birth.
A few weeks ago I was talking to a dear friend of mine, Romanda. She is a wonderful friend who shares a lot of the same beliefs and principals as my]e. She is also a SAHM, homeschooler and just so happens to be a Pediatrician too 
(Yeah, she pretty much rocks!) Anyway, we were talking about the subject of “Why home birth” and her reason was right on the money… “WHY NOT?”
“WHY NOT?” Yep - that was the answer I was looking for that I just couldn’t seem to put into words. Here I was trying to explain to people why we were choosing a home birth in terms that I thought were kind of PC. You know? But there it was all along, “Why Not?’
Why not home birth? Ok, it may not be for everyone. But I think it is such a great option for SO MANY woman and their families! You have so much more control over your birth!
You get to chose: To eat or drink during labor, Who witnesses the birth (party anyone?) Want to rock out on some loud music? In the dark? All the lights on? In the tub? On the bed? Standing up? Squatting? Naked? By candlelight?
No IV’s, Not strapped to the bed, constantly monitored, being given an internal every 5 minutes, having to wear a lovely hospital gown.
I’ll have to get some informational links together about the safety of home births. Its eye opening to say the least! Ok - Next question… “Who will be at our birth?” Right now we are planning on, (aside from the obvious - Me, Marc and the midwife!) The midwife’s assistant, Kaitie and Mandy, Romanda and her 3 daughters (who may or may not want to watch) and my sister in law Haley who will documenting the labor and birth for us with photos, video and “tweeting” the birth on Twitter. (Cool huh?) “Where will be having the birth?” We have gotten a birth tub from Cathy, our midwife. I’m not quiet sure if I want to actually deliver in the tub, but laboring in it sure sounds nice Thats really all I can think of at the moment. Do you have any questions? I would love to answer them! Just let me know! Also, do you want to see the tub and birth kit? I’d be more than happy to post some pics! (look at me! 2 posts in 2 days! WOO-HOO!) I am planning on just rolling with the punches as far as the labor and delivery goes. I’ve tried to visualize what I want and expect, but seriously… I’m just not sure what to expect! I know I am in competent hands with Cathy and that puts me at ease
