Influencers are helping 'free birth' gain fans, despite medical risks

NPR | By Bek Shackelford

Published October 20, 2026 at 3:51 PM MDT

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.

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