Warning over home births, vaccine refusal after unregistered baby case in Hong Kong
A Hong Kong doctor and a children's rights group are warning against unassisted home births and vaccine refusal, citing extreme risks to mothers and newborns. Their concerns were prompted by the arrest of a couple who claimed to have delivered their third child at home without registration, citing privacy. While not illegal, unassisted home births are strongly discouraged by the Midwives Council due to potential complications like oxygen deprivation or infections. AI
