to give birth in a familiar, safe environment

to integrate the birth experience centrally into family life

to avoid routine obstetrical procedures

to have freedom of choices in pregnancy and birth

to feel in control of one’s birth experience

to receive preventative care throughout pregnancy

to become educated and empowered to care for oneself in pregnancy

to trust in one’s own body and its natural ability to give birth

to feel connected to our motherly ancestors and the way they have given birth throughout many centuries