Help Your Clients Choose the Right Birth Location with Confidence
A free guide for doulas to compare
home, hospital, and birth center birthsĀ
designed to support meaningful
conversations and informed choices.
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Whether you're new to supporting out-of-hospital birth or a seasoned doula looking for better tools, this free PDF is here to support you. Created by homebirth midwife and educator Beth Barbeau, this guide walks you through the key pros and cons of each birth setting so you can better educate and empower the families you serve.
Use it as a personal resource—or share it directly with clients who are exploring their options.

You'll Get...
- Practical insights into the unique strengths and trade-offs of each setting
- Thoughtful prompts to reflect on what matters most to each client (autonomy, atmosphere, safety, etc.)
- A resource you can share directly with families to support informed decision-making

Beth is a homebirth midwife, educator, and founder of Indigo Forest with over 40 years of experience in holistic maternity care. She pioneered the Holistic Doula Program at the Naturopathic Institute and has supported hundreds of families and doulas alike.
Known for her warm, intuitive approach and deep respect for the birth process, Beth now teaches online at Indigo Forest — helping families and birth professionals navigate pregnancy, birth, and early parenting with confidence and care.

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