The beauty of home birth is that you get to experience labor in a safe and comfortable environment. If you need guidance preparing for the big day, the professionals at Home Birth with Love in Suffern, NY, have some tips. Below, they list a few items you should get to ensure a positive experience. 

What You Need for Your Home Birth

1. Checklist

Have a checklist with everything you need to do once you go into labor. This may include calling the midwife, getting towels, and setting up the birth area. It’s also smart to keep any necessary phone numbers on the list, such as your midwife’s number, in case you or your partner need them. 

2. Towels

Gather up as many towels as possible before your home birth. If you will be using a birth pool, keep them nearby to dry off. Towels are also essential for any necessary cleanup during and after the birth, so have them laundered and ready prior to your little one’s arrival. 

3. Slow Cooker 

Slow cookers are great for keeping hot compresses warm for hours. Simply set the appliance on low and you will have a supply for the duration of your labor and delivery.  

4. Snacks

Have snacks on hand for both you and your partner as well as the birth team. Labor can go on for hours and you may get hungry or begin to feel faint. You will likely be tired after giving birth as well and may want something to eat. 

Home Birth with Love in Suffern, NY, is owned by Leah Marinelli, a certified nurse midwife with 16 years of experience. With her knowledgeable and caring staff, she provides personalized services including postpartum assistance, pregnancy care, family planning, and prenatal care. To learn more about home births, visit their website or call (845) 641-5058.