2020 Birth Statistics

At the Midwives of New Jersey, we believe that providing our clients with diligent care, evidence-based options and education, and spending the time to create relationships built on trust equates to overall better birth outcomes. You will find that our birth statistics are much lower than national or state averages for maternal and newborn health.

2020 Birth Statistics

Total Births – 337

 

Stat	Number	%
Total Cesarean	44	13.1
Total Vaginal	293	86.9
Waterbirth	119	35.3
Episiotomy Total	0	0
Epidural Total	89	26
OOH Births (Home & Birth Center)	159	47
OOH Transfers	22	13.8
Attempted VBAC	19	5.6
VBAC Success	17	89.4

In 2020, Midwives of New Jersey had 337 total births. We had 44 total cesareans giving a total cesarean rate of 13.1%. 119 (35%) of the 337 clients who planned to deliver vaginally labored in the tub. 0 (0%) of our clients required an episiotomy. 89 (26%) of our patients who planned to deliver vaginally required an epidural for pain management. 159 (47%) of all births occurred out of home. 22 (13.8%) of the 159 clients attempting an out of home birth were transferred to the hospital. Of the 19 clients who attempted labor after cesarean, 17 (89.4%) had a successful VBAC.