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Site answering most homebirth related questions with references to medical studies.
www.homebirth.org.uk
New Zealand article discussing the safety and benefits of homebirth. Also includes worldwide homebirth, waterbirth, pregnancy and parenting links.
www.birth.net.nz
Full Moon Childbirth Support Services
Offering information to expectant parents, to assist in understanding options for childbirth and different types of care providers.
support4birth.com
For a Natural Birth, There's No Place Like Home
An article discussing the advantages of having a home birth.
www.thelaboroflove.com
The Medical Literature on the Safety of Home Birth
A page of citations from the medical literature that generally demonstrate the safety of home births.
www.changesurfer.com
Homebirth - Safety and Benefits
Collection of articles and source material about homebirth.
falcao.best.vwh.net
Essay about hospital treatment of women & newborns.
www.efn.org
Pregnancy and Parenting Naturally
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, labor, and childbirth information from a natural perspective.
members.aol.com
About Homebirth - Parent Supply List
Information on supplies to gather for your home birth including instructions for preparation.
pregnancy.about.com
Forum answering questions, and offering birth stories.
p078.ezboard.com
Registered midwife presents videos and podcasts, as well as advice and suggestions for those considering this option.
homebirthtalk.com
World Health Organization: General Aspects of Care in Labour Part 1
This online publication discloses the position of the WHO (World Health Organization) on the place of birth (including homebirth) as well as qualified birth attendants (including midwives).
www.who.int
Citizens for Midwifery Home Birth Fact Sheet
This publication gives empirical evidence for the safety of a planned home birth with a qualified midwife, as well as outlines the benefits of a home birth. (PDF)
www.cfmidwifery.org
There are multiple references to homebirth studies on this site owned by a midwife in CA. Also included are discussions on legal, political, and social aspects of homebirth.
www.gentlebirth.org