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Community midwives detail screening, informed‑disclosure and documentation practices for planned home births
Summary
Midwives described the intake process for families considering planned home birth, highlighting transfer‑planning, informed‑disclosure forms (often required by CPM credentialing), documentation of declined tests, EMR variation, and screening for communication and trust.
At a working‑group meeting, community midwives outlined the interview and screening process they use when families seek planned home birth care. The presenters listed concrete items midwives routinely discuss during intake: transfer rates and emergency procedures, health history, obtaining existing medical records, prior disciplinary actions, professional training and education, and whether the midwife carries liability insurance.
Midwives said they use an informed‑disclosure document that explains who they are, their training, and the state legal status of community…
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