I Had a 10-Pound Baby at Home…

Short answer? YES.

**** This is not medical advice****

Having my third baby at home was one of the most peaceful experiences of my life. I didn’t feel pressure to speed things up, I wasn’t poked and prodded by different nurses, and I wasn’t stuck in a cold room on a ticking clock. I was home. Supported. Safe. And deeply at peace.

Why I Chose a Home Birth

One of the main reasons I chose a home birth was continuity of care. The hospitals near me have provider groups ranging anywhere from 4 to 16 doctors and midwives. Unless you choose to be induced, it’s truly luck of the draw who will deliver your baby.

This time, I got to work with one provider the entire time—someone I trusted fully. That was a dream in itself.

Third Baby = False Starts?

Apparently, third babies love to keep you guessing! I had so many false starts leading up to the real thing. Even the morning before my son was born, I had cramping and spotting and was sure labor had started… only for everything to stop once the sun came up.

Had I been planning a hospital birth, I likely would’ve gone in that morning and ended up waiting around all day—probably feeling pressure to “get things going.” But because I was home and trusted my provider’s wisdom, I stayed relaxed and didn’t rush anything. That confidence made all the difference.

Did I Tear?

Nope. In fact, the only time I tore was with my first—and smallest—baby (7 lbs 4 oz). That was also the only time I delivered on my back.

There’s something to be said for instinctive, unmedicated pushing positions!

What If You’d Needed to Go to the Hospital?

We had a clear plan in place. I live 4–10 minutes from the nearest hospital depending on traffic, and I had total confidence in my midwife’s ability to assess when/if that would be necessary. We talked through it ahead of time, and I felt fully at peace knowing we had options.

Was It Medicated?

No. Just like with my second baby, I went completely unmedicated—and again, it was a much better experience than my first delivery.

My first birth involved pitocin, intense shaking, and a last-minute epidural they definitely should not have given me (I didn’t speak up when I started feeling an urge to push, and it was a scramble from there). This time, the labor was intense (less intense than my first with pitocin, but more intense than my second), but it was on my terms—and it was still easier than that first go-round.

Postpartum Recovery

This was by far my smoothest recovery. I gave myself permission to rest deeply, and physically, I felt better faster than with my previous two births.

Emotionally and mentally? Having three kids under three has been my hardest transition yet. I’ve also been dealing with chronic inflammation and some underlying health issues, which I’m sure made everything feel a bit heavier—but I’m healing, and I wouldn’t change a thing.

The Best Part?

There were so many good parts like being taken care of and feeling even stronger comradery and teammate-ship with my husband, which was amazing! It really made me feel so loved and so close to my husband.

I think my absolute favorite part was my kids coming home early the morning after I had our third baby and singing happy birthday on his birthday. It was the sweetest thing ever!

Thinking About Home Birth?

Every woman’s story is different—but if you’re curious about home birth or wondering what it’s really like, I hope this gives you a bit of insight and encouragement.

And if you're on your own journey of healing or exploring natural living, I share more behind the scenes of my experience on Instagram and YouTube—raw, real, and faith-filled.

**** This is not medical advice****