Last September, Beth made the decision to have a homebirth at her new home and is now reflecting back on the decision for International Homebirth Day. International Homebirth Day is a global celebration dedicated to recognising the beauty, empowerment, and benefits of giving birth in the comfort of your own home. Observed annually, this day aims to raise awareness about home birth as a safe and viable option for many families, supported by skilled midwives and healthcare professionals.
Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with a Digital subscription to Yorkshire Post, you can get access to all of our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Little Jesse is Beth and Andy’s second son, and the couple were so pleased to be able to have a home birth in their new home. It wasn’t a hugely difficult decision for Beth, as she explains: “I always liked the idea of a home birth, but I was a bit nervous.
It was actually my health visitor who seriously suggested it and got the ball rolling in my mind. I really liked the idea of staying at home, where I was comfortable and felt safe, and I learned that it really boosts the hormones needed for birth. I found the midwives at Goole to be very supportive of my decision.
The team there is extremely passionate about home birth and helped me to have the most beautiful experience.” The trend of home births is increasing, with, about one in every 40 births in England (2.3 per cent in 2020) b.
