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More Australian women choose homebirths due to care dissatisfaction and autonomy demands, despite risks and staffing shortages.
In Queensland, more women are opting for homebirths or freebirths due to a desire for autonomy, dissatisfaction with mainstream maternity care, and ongoing access challenges post-pandemic.
While risks exist, many emphasize informed choice and respectful care.
Chief Midwife Officer Liz Wilkes notes rising demand but highlights workforce shortages as a barrier to expanding safe options.
Advocates call for compassion and systemic improvements over judgment, stressing that women want healthy outcomes and deserve support tailored to their needs.
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Más mujeres australianas eligen partos en el hogar debido a la insatisfacción con la atención y las demandas de autonomía, a pesar de los riesgos y la escasez de personal.