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#NPEC21 the statistics show that the request for homebirth increased in 2018/2019, a large increase in 2020 because of #COVID19. Demand for the service is again expected to increase in 2021. 21 midwives facilitating this choice nationwide as #SECM #birthchoice @CMAHomebirthIrl
#NPEC21 These midwives are very skilled and educated and complete all necessary ongoing required educational/PROMPT and CPD requirements, as is the requirement for midwives working within obstetric settings. #SECM #Birthchoice @CMAHomebirthIrl #HOMEBIRTH
#NPEC21 The data shows lower perinatal mortality rates at 4:1000 in contrast to hospital birth which is 6:1000. Homebirth is a safe choice for low-risk women (albeit risk categories are different).
#NPEC21 the data suggests excellent satisfaction rates amongst those who used the homebirth service 'I had such a great experience and I will never forget it' - this is surely what we all want to strive for... @CMAHomebirthIrl #birthchoice #homebirth #SECM @AIMSIreland
#NPEC21 @AMidwife15 outlines her role as a self-employed community midwife. Importantly for her is women's satisfaction rates, women report more control in their birth experience. If there was more availability, more women would choose homebirth. #homebirth #birthchoice
#NPEC21 @AMidwife15 shows the conference a picture of midwife @elke_midwife depicting what SECMcarry in their car, not only comfort measures however also emergency equipment for both neonatal and maternal resus. Again stressing the importance of yearly emergency skills training
#NPEC21 @AMidwife15 outlines the last 12 months and the increase in interest and awareness as #homebirth as a safe option for low-risk women during #COVID19 She reports many women ringing them late on in their pregnancies looking to avail of the service. #birthchoice
#NPEC21 @AMidwife15 speaks about why her role is so unique...' its the knowing, the trust, and the relationship enabling us to bring our skill and professionalism into a home birth space'... #midwivesmakeadifference #birthchoice #homebirth #SECM
#NPEC21 @tmccreery33 from @_TheNMH outlining the #Domino community midwives service that the unit provides. The service has exceptional satisfaction rates, despite that many women don't realise that they can give birth at home. #birthchoice #homebirth
#NPEC21 @tmccreery33 reflects on why more women don't choose homebirth, many may have a fear of birth due to TV 'birthing programs' that induce a fear of birth. For healthcare professionals the litigious aspect of maternity care in Ireland does impact on advocacy. #homebirth
#NPEC21 @tmccreery33 tells the conference of the absolute and utter joy that parents experience with the NMH homebirth service, one couple initially choosing not to tell friends their choice, afterward said 'it was the most empowering and extraordinary experience she ever had'.
#NPEC21 @tmccreery33 encourages all of us providing healthcare to being to start normalising #homebirth as an option for expectant parents, advocating for midwives and obstetricians interested in supporting this choice to being to support this option within their own units
#NPEC21 An absolutely outstanding and inspirational presentation, let's hope for greater collaboration on birth choices in the future. Thank you @tmccreery33 @NWIHP #midwivesmakeadifference #homebirth #birthchoice
