With an increasing number of women opting for home births in the United States, they still only constitute a small fraction of total deliveries. Recent trends indicate a significant rise, particularly in the during and post COVID-19 pandemic. Efforts to improve midwifery education and certification standards, along with state-level regulatory support, can enhance the quality of care provided during home births. These measures help ensure that midwives are well-prepared to handle various birth scenarios and provide safe, high-quality care.

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