> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://elyse-kelly.gitbook.io/home-births-midwives/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://elyse-kelly.gitbook.io/home-births-midwives/interviews/question-log-mothers.md).

# Question Log - Mothers

## What was the year(s) in which you gave birth at home?

## What was your reasoning for giving birth at home, instead of in a hospital? / How did you know giving birth at home was the right option for you?

## What was the process like for finding a midwife?

## What sort of actions did your midwife take to make your birthing experience more comfortable?

## Were their options for pain control?

If there were, what were they and did you take them?

## Did you run into any complications during the birthing process?

If so, did you have to complete the birth in a hospital?

## Would you give birth at home again?

## Would you recommend giving birth at home to other expectant mothers?