Home birth

Rosa

We've been talking about having a 3rd & this time I really want to stick to having a home birth (chickened out last time) I really want to free birth next time but I'm wondering what do I do if I tear again? Are stitches necessary? Would I be better off with a midwife just incase? What about the foot prick test? I know that's an important one. If I free birth, where would I get that done? The pediatrician? I plan on reading up alot on freebirthing so I'm prepared.