One of the main decisions during pregnancy is where you would like to give birth. There’s three main options in most bigger German cities, including Berlin:
Hospital
There are 19 hospitals in Berlin that have delivery rooms
You will deliver your baby with an on-staff midwife or your “personal” Beleghebamme (learn more about the different types of midwives)
Birthing center (Geburtshaus)
There are currently 5 birthing centers (Geburtshäuser) in Berlin
Home birth (Hausgeburt)
I was unable to find the exact number of midwives offering home births in Berlin – the most current information listed 43 midwives that offer home births and/or births at a birthing center
Spots for an out-of-hospital birth tend to go very quickly, so if this is an option you are considering, contact the birthing center(s) and/or home birth midwives as soon as you can. (Learn more about an out-of-hospital birth in Berlin)
Similarly, hospitals have certain periods where you can pre-register, so check with the hospital you’re targeting to see when you need to contact them. Things to consider when choosing where to give births
Check out our article How to Choose Where to Give Birth in Germany? to learn more about how to decide on the right option for you. It also includes a pro and cons style comparison of the options.
Next Steps
See our overview of all Berlin hospitals with delivery rooms, including details on their information sessions and registration deadlines.
Or, check out our detailed article on out-of-hospital births in Berlin if you’d like to find out more.
