Challenging Unjustified Stigmas About Natural Birth in NYC
You might have wondered about natural birth in NYC and felt the noise around “hospital versus home” or “medicated versus unmedicated” start to swirl. At Our Birthing Center, we recognize that birth is deeply personal, and the last thing you need is a label that doesn’t fit.
We’re here to clear up misunderstandings and help you feel confident in your choice, whatever path you follow – because you know what’s best for your baby and family better than anyone.
Natural Births Still Face Skepticism
If you’re preparing for a natural birth, you might be met with raised eyebrows when you go against the grain in search of a space to labor and birth outside of the hospital, which has become the norm. Much of this skepticism comes from the long-standing perception that hospital births are the “default” standard of care, simply because they are the most common and medically supported option in the U.S.
According to a recent study, more than 1 in 8 birthing people reported mistreatment during labor in hospital-based settings. Stepping into birth feeling safe and seen is hugely important, as it will ultimately impact how confident you feel in your intuition and body when the time comes.
The Myths That Need a Reality Check
One myth we’ve heard spiralling is that natural birth means you’re rejecting modern medicine altogether. The truth is that you’re simply choosing a setting and plan that supports your body’s natural rhythm while still having expert care nearby.
Another misleading myth is that natural birth means forgoing professional support or compromising safety. That's simply not true. At our center, we embrace the wellness model, which means you receive the same high level of continuous, expert support and safety monitoring you'd expect if you were admitted, all within a calm, comfortable, and non-clinical environment.
What You Deserve From Your Birth Setting
You deserve a birth that honors your intuition and your choices, to feel seen, heard, and supported. In low-risk pregnancies, we can guide our moms with tips for staying mobile, eating healthy, laboring in a tub or shower, and more. All of this allows you to steer the experience in the direction that feels right for you. And should anything shift, the team is ready. That arrangement matters when you’re looking for a place that takes off the pressure and encourages you to listen to your body’s cues, rather than enforcing blanket rules over every pregnancy.
When Natural Birth is the Right Fit for You
If you’re healthy, have a low risk pregnancy, and you value continuous support and mobility in labor, then a natural birth at Our Birthing Center might make sense for you. Our locations in Morristown and On The Hudson, serving NYC and Northern NJ, are supported by credentialed providers who share one goal: giving you an empowered birth experience.
Call 862-444-2420 or email info@OurBirthingCenter.com.
