Trust Issues: A Lifestyle, Business & Wellness Podcast with Erika Auckland

Is Home Birth Right for You? My Personal Journey and Practical Tips

Erika Auckland Episode 78

If you’ve been listening for a while, you know I’ve had two home births, and I’ve shared the behind-the-scenes details of both of them before. But today’s episode is going to be different. 

Instead of just telling my birth stories, I want to give you the tactical, real-life how-to of preparing for a home birth—everything from deciding if it’s right for you, to setting up your space, to making sure you have the right support team in place.

Because let’s be real… there is so much misinformation out there about home birth. Some people think it’s unsafe, others think it’s only for super crunchy, all-natural moms, and some just don’t even know it’s an option! 

But here’s the truth: With the right preparation, home birth can be a safe, empowering, and deeply transformative experience.

So whether you’re seriously considering it, just curious, or maybe even a little skeptical, I want this episode to be a resource for you. I’ll be sharing what worked for me, what I learned the hard way, and what I wish I had known before my first home birth. Let’s dive in!