“Laledet Bebayet” - The Guide to Home Birth in Israel (Hebrew) by Ilana Shemesh, Midwife.

Women have always given birth at home. Only in the 20th century did the trend change, and the vast majority of women in the Western world switched to giving birth in hospitals. Currently in Israel, home births are becoming a more popular choice. More midwives, doulas, childbirth preparation instructors and other professionals recognize the value and importance of home birth and are turning to it, each in their own field. More and more women are becoming aware of their right to freedom of choice in childbirth, taking responsibility for their bodies, their wombs, their birth and their baby.

This wave gave rise to the need for a guide to home birth in Israel. Ilana Shemesh - the wise, experienced senior homebirth midwife in Israel - wrote "Giving Birth at Home" over a period of 7 years, while diligently collecting research, literature, personal stories and additional sources of information. The result is a book that combines knowledge from various fields, guidance and recommendations, research and scientific sources. All of this, interwoven with dozens of birth stories and photos is presented in "Giving Birth at Home" in clear, precise, and moving language.

If  considering a homebirth, this book can help you find clarity.