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Home birth: Know the pros and cons
What happens during a planned home birth?
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Why do women choose planned home births?
Are there situations when a planned home birth isn't recommended?
What might cause the need for a hospital transfer?
What are the possible risks of a planned home birth?
How do I prepare for a home birth?
What might cause the need for a hospital transfer?
During a planned home birth, you might need to be transported to a hospital for monitoring or treatment if complications develop. Your health care provider might recommend transfer to a hospital if:
- Labor isn't progressing
- Your baby shows signs of distress
- Your baby presents in a position other than headfirst
- You need pain relief
- You have high blood pressure
- You experience bleeding