I understand the inequity and injustice of not having access to medical treatment if you need it, and having to endure being untreated for a birth complication, but for the most part, when birth is a normal process, no one needs to 'endure' not having a Dr present, whereever it is you birth your baby.

I find it equally puzzling that anyone would think having a homebirth is something someone would have to 'endure' if they have a normal birth. Not having access to necessary medical treatment for a complication is not the same as birthing normally assisted by midwives, as the latter does not require a Dr.

As yes, I come from an Asian country where until as recently as 30 years ago, homebirths were the norm.