Episode 8: Transporting Makes Home Birth Safe
When a birthing person and family choose a home birth, it is often difficult to imagine needing to transport to the hospital to give birth. The reality of home birth is that there are certain situations when a transport is the safest and best option for mom and baby. The majority of hospital transports are non-emergent and probably look a lot different than what you might expect. In this episode we talk through the typical process of a transport, reasons why we transport, and the wonderful birth providers in our community. Ultimately, transporting is what makes home birth safe.
This podcast is hosted by Sara Ohgushi, ND & Jackie Kirihara, ND. Two naturopathic midwives from Portland, Oregon share stories, answer common questions, and offer insights to inspire interest and curiosity about birthing and home birth.
Sara Ohgushi, ND is a Naturopathic Midwife who has been practicing home birth midwifery for 23 years and has attended 800 births in Portland, Oregon & Southern Washington. Jackie Kirihara, ND is a Naturopathic Physician & Midwife in Portland, Oregon