An unregistered doula could be charged with providing false evidence to an inquest into a wellness influencer's free birth ...

A newborn baby died after her mother delivered her using a home-birthing pool hired from “freebirth” Instagram influencer Emily Lal, a coroner has found. The findings made in the Coroners Court of ...

TRIGGER WARNING: This post contains information about stillbirth and infant loss, which may be triggering to some. A 17-year-old mother allegedly gave birth to her baby boy at home, and somehow the ...

The practice known as "free birth" — giving birth at home without a midwife — carries severe risks. But social media influencers are bringing attention and followers to the practice.

Stacey Hatfield’s death is being investigated following a “rare” complication she suffered after giving birth at home. The Australian influencer, 30, died on September 29, shortly after welcoming her ...

More than nine in ten babies in the UK are born in hospital, but rates of home births are rising. Advocates say there are many advantages to delivery outside a medical setting: You’re in the comfort ...

"Free birth," when a person gives birth without the help of a medical professional, has been popularized in recent years by influencers. Experts say it’s dangerous, but people who choose to give birth ...

Australian wellness influencer Stacey Warnecke (née Hatfield) died following a complication suffered after giving birth at home. She was 30. Sharing the news via Instagram on Sunday, October 19, the ...