Because I was low risk and I wanted a midwife attending me for the whole pg and birth and I really, really wanted a normal physiological birth - I knew home was the only place for me. Now I've had two, I want another one because I love being in my own space, I love the fact Dh can just potter around while I'm labouring, that my children are close and safe, that my baby is born into my arms and sleeps in my bed from day zero. I love the first day when you introduce baby to the house and walk from room to room realizing the first impression your baby has of the world is the home you and your partner have created. It's so special.