Being in a familiar surrounding whilst in labour is likely to make you feel more relaxed
and this helps labour to progress.
• Labour may be less painful and you are less likely to need strong pain relieving drugs.
Injections and equinox (gas and air) are available in the home.
• You are less likely to need medical interventions such as forceps or epidural.
• You do not need to be separated from your partner, older children and family after the
birth.
• No disruption in having to leave your home to attend the hospital.