Has anyone given birth at a birthing center?

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I did a hospital birth with my first but have been doing research on birth centers and so far like what I see. I would like to hear some opinions ladies...

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I gave birth at a birth center with my first. It was really relaxed and I had control over music, temperature, essential oils, pretty much everything. My birth center had two rooms I could pick from. They both had private bathrooms with showers I could use. They both had tubs, one big enough for two people and the other had jets. My midwife brought in other labor tools like a standing swing, a ball, and a squatting stool. The beds came apart to make two twins so I could labor with or without my husband in my space 😊. They were kind like hospital bed so I could sit up or do different positions on the bed. I have not given birth in a hospital but I have been at a few. The birth center was less chaotic and more personal. Not so much noise from other people or machines. Less interruptions from different nurses and staff. Also, you can usually bring in your own food an drinks to have during labor. I'm pregnant with my second now and I plan on giving birth at a birth center again. I would also recommend it to family and friends. It is definitely a different experience. But if you are low risk and don't want pain medication it is the way go. Hope this helps. 😊

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I Did! I unfortunately ended up with an emergency c section, but when I was in labor I had an amazing experience! The nurses used essential oils and were very quiet and supportive. They started me a lavender milk bath during labor and it was super nice! I had to be induced at 39 weeks due to preeclampsia, and unfortunately my body wasn't ready to be induced so my daughter's heartrate was so low that I needed an emergency cesarean.

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I want to deliver at a birth centre and went for a tour of our local one and it was fantastic!

Has anyone given birth at a birthing center?

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