{"id":29574,"date":"2025-12-01T21:02:22","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T20:02:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/verloskundigenamsterdamzuid.nl\/?p=29574"},"modified":"2025-12-01T21:02:22","modified_gmt":"2025-12-01T20:02:22","slug":"home-birth-in-amsterdam-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/verloskundigenamsterdamzuid.nl\/en\/news\/home-birth-in-amsterdam-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Birth in Amsterdam: Everything You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

Home Birth<\/h1>\n

What you need to know about giving birth at home<\/h2>\n

A home birth is very common in the Netherlands, but it is not automatically the standard for everyone. In our midwifery practice, we find it very important that\u2014when medically safe\u2014you can choose for yourself where you want to give birth: at home, in a birth centre, or in the hospital (outpatient). We help you build confidence in yourself and in your ability to give birth, wherever that may be. And when the time comes, we are there to guide you through your birth.<\/p>\n

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Can I simply give birth at home?<\/h2>\n

Yes, in the Netherlands you may choose where you want to give birth: at home or in the hospital. If you are healthy and your pregnancy is uncomplicated, giving birth at home is a safe and familiar option. Even in a large city like Amsterdam, this is perfectly possible. Our midwives are happy to support you with this.<\/p>\n

Up to when are you allowed to give birth at home?<\/h2>\n

You may give birth at home between 37 and 42 weeks of pregnancy. Before that time (for example, at 35 weeks) or after 42 weeks, your birth becomes medical. This means that you will then give birth in the hospital under the supervision of a gynaecologist.<\/p>\n

What do I need to arrange for a home birth?<\/h2>\n

Good preparation helps you approach your birth with confidence. Whether you plan to give birth at home or prefer the hospital (outpatient), you need to prepare the same things. During labour, we often perform several checks at your home first. For that, a raised bed (with bed risers) is necessary, along with all other essentials (such as towels and a mattress protector).
\nSo even if you are not planning a home birth, you still need to prepare for one. The advantage is that you keep the freedom to decide\u2014even while in labour\u2014whether you want to stay at home or go to the hospital or birth centre (as long as it is medically safe).<\/p>\n

You should always have the following at home, whether you give birth at home, in the hospital, or at a birth centre:<\/p>\n