Is Home Birth Illegal in Nebraska? The Law Explained

There are A LOT of misconceptions out there when it comes to home birth in Nebraska.

The Attorney General misinterpreted the law on home birth decades ago, and many are still under the impression today that home birth is illegal in Nebraska. Good news — this is simply not true!

Nebraska Revised Statute 38-613 prohibits Certified Nurse Midwives from attending home births. A CNM is only one type of midwife, and the only one recognized by the State of Nebraska. Nebraska does not offer licensure for other types of midwives. There are no laws prohibiting Direct Entry Midwives, Certified Midwives, Certified Professional Midwives, Traditional Midwives, Doulas, Birth Keepers, Birth Photographers, or anyone who is not a Certified Nurse Midwife from attending home births in Nebraska.

Home birth midwives are highly educated and experienced in birth. If you are considering birthing at home in Nebraska but aren’t sure where to start, I would love to point you in the right direction! Every mom deserves to know all of her options and make the best choice for her and her family!