Hi again,
Thought I'd add this, not to worry you but if you have the anti-Ro or anti-La
antibodies, a hospital birth might be the best option because there is a slight risk of neonatal heart problems, although these can usually be detected by scan. If you have an active Lupus flare at the time of delivery, home birth can be more dangerous and if you are taking clexane or other blood thinners risk of bleeding is increased. Additionally Lupus patients have higher risk of premature labour, in which case home birth is out of the question, or having to induce due to problems like pre eclampsia or lack of placental blood supply.
So even if you do manage to book a home birth, you need to also make arrangements for what hospital you will give birth in if for some reason you must have a hospital birth, and remain at least somewhat emotionally prepared for it.
Home birth does however reduce the risk of assisted labour, which can lead to more bleeding or clotting problems, c section, and infection. Also because its more relaxed most people report quicker less painful labours.
I've had alot of hospital related complications in the past and really feel homebirth is by far the best choice for me, but your individual risk factors may be different, you may be just as comfortable in a birthing centre or a good hospital, it all depends on your reasons for wanting a home birth as well.
If you do intend to go ahead with a home birth though, and meet serious opposition, and i cna help in anyway, pm me.
I do know what its like at least
