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What do i need for a healthy home birth?
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An OB/midwife: and a pediatrician for the baby! Midwives may do a great job delivering the baby, but are not equipped to handle any pediatric emergencies.Are they able to intubate (place an airway) and suction lungs if the baby has aspirated meconium? Would be good to have an O.R. too, in case of emergency C-section. People DO have home deliveries, but it is risky, and I would NOT recommend it unless no choice
Answered 11/17/2014
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