This is part two of a two part interview: In this conversation, Barbara interviews Mary Catherine Hamelin, a licensed midwife, about the nuances of home birth compared to hospital births and birth centers. They discuss the differences in pain management options, prenatal appointments, the day of the birth, and postpartum care. Mary Catherine shares insights on birthing positions, the significance of trusting one's intuition during labor, handling emergency situations, the value of midwife support, the various testing protocols available for expectant mothers choosing home birth, and the essential role of midwives in both prenatal and postpartum care. The conversation aims to demystify home birth and provide valuable information for those considering this option. This conversation also covers the importance of improved postpartum support, financial considerations, the benefits of choosing home birth, but also who home birth may not be a good fit for. 

If you would like to connect with or work with Mary Catherine, you can do so at MCHmidwife.com or on her Instagram @mchmidwife.