Is Direct-Entry Midwifery Safe?
Absolutely. For low risk births (which most pregnancies are) a Midwife-assisted birth is as safe or safer as one attended by a physician. A number of research studies have consistently confirmed equal or better outcomes for midwife- versus physician-assisted low risk births. These studies point out that using a Midwife significantly lowers rates of interventions, such as induction of labor, artificial rupture of membranes, episiotomies, and cesareans. Where they top the charts however, is client satisfaction! Click the links below to see more CPM Home Birth Study Is Midwifery Safe? The Oldest Profession Evidence of Safety and Efficacy British Medical Journal Homebirth Safety Download this for a list of studies and information.
