MysticalOne
19 May 2023 #1
I am looking for information related to home birth in Poland. And I can't believe that I am the only woman that wants to do this in Poland (for sure not.. But where are the other fearless ladies?!). Where I come from (NL) this is common and accepted, in Poland however the info I find is scarce on this..
My partner is Polish and I seek to prepare both of us for this important life event, thus I educate myself online for the moment.
Important points that I read so far:
- It's very uncommon to have a home birth here... Most women (98% or so) apperantly prefer the hospital option...
- It is legal to give birth at home, but general insurance only covers hospital births. (No problem for me)
- You would have to find yourself ahead of time an experienced midwife that would agree to doing a home birth and of course pay her from your own pocket.
- A third option would be a birth clinic. Apperantly you pay 2500-6000zl for one in a remote area and around 10.000zl in big cities. (Correct me if I'm wrong about prices)
Does anyone recommend certain birth classes or other services for pregnant women?
If you know women who gave birth at home in Poland or a midwife who assisted in a home birth, please share below. Any relevant information and stories would be greatly appreciated!
My partner is Polish and I seek to prepare both of us for this important life event, thus I educate myself online for the moment.
Important points that I read so far:
- It's very uncommon to have a home birth here... Most women (98% or so) apperantly prefer the hospital option...
- It is legal to give birth at home, but general insurance only covers hospital births. (No problem for me)
- You would have to find yourself ahead of time an experienced midwife that would agree to doing a home birth and of course pay her from your own pocket.
- A third option would be a birth clinic. Apperantly you pay 2500-6000zl for one in a remote area and around 10.000zl in big cities. (Correct me if I'm wrong about prices)
Does anyone recommend certain birth classes or other services for pregnant women?
If you know women who gave birth at home in Poland or a midwife who assisted in a home birth, please share below. Any relevant information and stories would be greatly appreciated!