Now more than ever, there are plenty of great reasons to choose to birth at home. During the COVID-19 pandemic, families have felt more at peace and safe birthing at home. Plus, birthing at home has many benefits, and families appreciate the greater sense of control. It truly is a family-centered experience.
At New Birth Experiences, my midwifery practice is based on knowing that birth is a sacred and natural process. It should be celebrated by supporting women with home birth services in a caring, loving, and safe environments. We will do everything in our power to help you give the home birth experience that you’ve always wished for.
Water Birth Right at Your Home in Monmouth County, NJ
When it comes to planning for your home birth, water birth delivery is one of the most popular choices. In water, women will achieve a comfort level that will help reduce their levels of fear and stress.
Did you know that your level of anxiety significantly influences your perception of pain? That’s right! Because water helps ease our levels of fear and stress, it makes the birthing process physically easier.
Water births at home are also great for your baby because it has the freedom of movement within familiar fluid surroundings. Your baby has been in amniotic water through pregnancy, so being born in water is a gentle transition from the womb into your arms.
If you are unsure about having a water birth delivery, your water birth midwives will help answer any of your questions or concerns before birth!
What to Expect with Your Home Birth Experience?
Believe it or not, home births aren’t as complex as you may think. All you’ll need are a few common supplies such as clean sheets, towels, and receiving blankets. Plus, you should have food and beverages nearby for your labor and postpartum. Don’t worry about providing any medical equipment. Your home birth midwife will come prepared and bring everything that they need for the birth.
Your home birth is a safe and clean experience that the whole family can be along for. The birthing process is usually not very messy, and in the unlikelihood of a mess happening, your midwife is trained to contain any messes.
How Do You Monitor the Baby After Birth?
Your midwives in Monmouth County, NJ, are trained to provide care for the mom and baby during pregnancy and after birth. During birth, your baby will be monitored by using a handheld Doppler. A Doppler is an ultrasound that helps you listen to the baby’s heart beath through the mother’s abdomen. It’s an amazing medical tool that can be used underwater and in any position.
After your baby is born, the midwife will complete a newborn exam. If anything appears to be unusual, we will discuss plans for your baby to see a pediatric care provider.
Preconception Counseling Services
Because giving birth often comes with many questions and concerns, we provide helpful resources for families to help make their pregnancy as stress-free as possible. At New Birth Experiences, we offer complimentary preconception consultations for women considering a home birth for a future pregnancy.Contact one of our midwives in Monmouth County, NJ, to set up your preconception counseling services!
