Is homebirth legal in north carolina?

It is perfectly legal for families to have their babies at home. in NC The legality issue is centered around the midwife attending them.

Direct-Entry Midwives, usually Certified Professional Midwives (CPM),  make up the majority of homebirth attendants nationwide however, NC has continually refused to acknowledge the CPM credential. At this time only Certified Nurse-Midwives may attend homebirths legally in NC.

Get involved in the fight to increase access to midwives and homebirth in NC at ncmera.org

CAN ANYONE HAVE A HOMEBIRTH?

Only healthy, low risk women are appropriate candidates for homebirth. At this time, Bear Root does not attend breech, VBAC, or twin births at home. Other conditions may also make homebirth too risky, including pre-existing hypertension, diabetes, Crohns, and others. If you are unsure of your candidacy, we can discuss it further at a free consultation.

Why do you say “Community Birth”?

The term “Community Birth” includes planned home and birth center births. Traditionally these births have been attended by a community midwife or midwifery practice. This terminology is favorable over “Out of Hospital” which implies that hospital birth is the default and that these options are “outside of” that. When in fact, homebirth has been the norm alot longer than hospital birth!

Do you have an online store for herbs?

It’s coming! One of my major goals is to open an online store for quality herbal, midwifery, and homebirth related products. Finger’s crossed we’ll be up and running by the end of the year! In the meantime, you can email for herbal orders.

Do you offer waterbirths?

Of course! Hydrotherapy is a normal part of homebirth. Whether you birth in the tub, or simply use it for pain relief and relaxation, water and homebirth go hand in hand!