Medical researchers and statisticians have studied the safety of home birth for over 30 years. It is thoroughly documented that planned, attended home birth is safe. Home birth results in lower rates of surgical intervention, fewer complications in both mother and baby, and low morbidity and mortality rates.

   Home birth is, by definition, woman-centered, family-centered birth. Familiar surroundings help the mother feel comfortable and safe during labor and birth, minimizing stress and fear. The mother determines who will be present, and chooses her own positions for labor and birth. There is less chance of illness due to hospital-borne infections, no awkward moves from room to room, no routine interventions, and no separations from the people and setting that support her.

   At Sage Femme Midwifery, Albuquerque midwife Hilary Schlinger makes sure that all is well throughout the labor and birth, brings her midwifery equipment right into your home, examines your newborn in your own bedroom, and helps you get settled into your new life as parents. Your baby need never leave your arms; other children never get separated from their mom; you choose who is present for the birth. Home birth means you get control of your birth, and get all the support you need.