Moving to FL: What are the homebirth laws/regs?

[sostinkinhappy]

I am not a trained birth professional, but would like to have a home birth in FL. I am familiar with my current states laws, but have no idea about FL. Can any of you help me understand what the laws/regs are in FL? Specifically, we will be in Okaloosa County when the birth occurs if that helps at all.

Thanks!

[green_momma2007]

Homebirth is completely legal in Florida. Midwives have to use a risk score, and if you are more than 3, you need a OB consult. I need one since a VBAC is considered a 3 risk score. IF you're having a healthy pregnancy then most likely you wont need to consult an OB.

[onlyboys]

Also, insurances have to cover midwives, including state insurance (like medicaid).

[mama to 2 girls]

I live in FL and just wanted to add that while it is legal to have a homebirth they CANNOT attend breech or twin births that part is ILLEGAL.