Homebirth on the CMP FAQs

Am I eligible for a home birth on the CMP?

Can I have a waterbirth on the CMP?

Do you offer any antenatal classes?

Do you offer any postnatal support groups or classes?

How do I apply for a home birth with the CMP?

How frequent are my antenatal appointments?

How many midwives will be at my birth?

If I don't get on the CMP what options do I have?

If I need to contact my midwife?

I'm 16 weeks pregnant but still have not heard from my midwife

Is my house suitable for a homebirth?

What are the geographical boundaries?

What happens after the birth?

What happens if there is a problem in labour or immediately after?

What is my responsibility to the CMP?

What is the cost?

What is the role of my midwife when I am in labour?

What pain relief can I have?

What will my midwife bring to the birth?

What's my GP's role?

When do I hear if I have a place on the CMP?

When should I apply?

When will I meet my midwife?

Where do I see my midwife?

Who runs the CMP?

Who will be my midwife?

Why do I need to do a back-up hospital?

Why does my midwife need to reschedule my appointment?

Will I get a place on the program?